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From: debbie@csd4.csd.uwm.edu (Debbie Forest)
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Subject: Re: Migraines
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Date: 26 Nov 90 05:50:11 GMT
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In article <15746@bunker.UUCP> Pat.Shirley@f999.n142.z1.fidonet.org writes:
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>Is the subject of the migraine headache appropriate for this Echo?  My wife 
>All they do is throw prescriptions 
>for drugs like Caffergot at her.  Has anyone done anything or does anyone 
>have any information about anything that's been done, to eliminate the 
>headache itself, hopefully permanently, rather than just eliminating the 
>pain for the time being?  

my husband had very good success with chiropractic.  when he started going
(for a wrenched back actually) he was getting migraines almost every day.
about 3 times a week he'd get one bad enough to be deabilitating (sp?)
after a short time they decreased in frequency and severity, and soon
disappeared altogether.  while he was in regular treatment he managed to go
many months without a single migraine!  when he stopped going to the
chiropractor as regularly, he started getting them occasionally.  but now a
treatment once a month or so seems to keep them under control.  

btw, here's a few hints my chiropractor told me on finding a reputable
chiropractor.  look for someone who does hands on adjustments.  some use
alternative techniques like heat, massage, or biofeedback.  he said those 
might feel good, and might help, but are NOT chiropractic.  some 
chiropractors use some kind of mechanical adjustment.  he siad he's not 
real sold on this technique, it might work, but it seems counter to the
holistic nature of chiropractic and also it might be too harsh and cause
some damage.  he personally would avoid the mechanical in favor of hands on
adjustment.  watch out for people who want to sell you all kinds of
vitamins.  they should never do adjustments without an initial exam, which
should almost always include at least a couple x-rays.  beware of someone
who takes no x-rays or who takes LOTS of x-rays.  he said a degree from
palmer school of chiropractic is a good sign, but there are other good and
reputable schools as well.  he also said a very good way to decide is to
just visit the office and see if you feel comfortable there.  being a
holistic practice that treats the whole person, the place shold be clean,
the people friendly and helpful.  avoid anyone who won't take the time to
sit down and talk to you.