How to Get Rid of a Headache

Transcript Woman 1: Got a head ache? Woman 2 Quick Tips! Woman 1: Before popping a pill, dab peppermint oil on your forehead and temples, it relieves some types of headaches. Nifty!

Instructions Step 1: Determine location Determine the location of the pain: the temples, eyes, forehead, muscles in the face and neck, and so on. Step 2: Rate intensity Rate the intensity of the pain on a scale of 1 to 10. Determine whether the pain comes and goes or if that level of pain is …

Instructions Step 1: Eat slowly. Wolfing down your favorite frozen treat will trigger the dreaded ice cream headache. Step 2: Pinch the bridge of your nose between your eyes and wait several seconds. The pain should subside. TIP: You don’t need to press hard to bring relief, just apply firm pressure. Step 3: Press your …

Instructions Step 1: Use a cold compress Wet a washcloth in very cold water or place a damp washcloth in the freezer for 10 minutes. Place over your forehead. TIP: Use a few drops of peppermint oil on the cold cloth to speed relief. Step 2: Use heat Place a very warm washcloth or hot …

Instructions : If you feel pain when using acupressure, stop immediately. Pregnant women should not use acupressure. Step 1: Press your temples Using your index and middle fingers, apply pressure to the muscles by your temples – an area that holds a lot of tension. Keep up the pressure on this point, and the following …