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Ayurvedic Treatment for Migraine
Do you often experience throbbing headaches, sensitivity to light or sound, or feel nauseated during certain times of the day or month?
These may be signs of a migraine, a chronic neurological condition that affects millions and can be extremely disruptive to daily life. Unlike regular headaches, migraines often occur in recurring episodes, with symptoms that extend beyond just head pain. Triggers vary from stress and hormones to sleep disturbances and certain foods.
But what makes migraines so unique to each person? Ayurveda offers a deeper, individualized understanding - connecting body, mind, and doshic balance to the root of the condition.
Ayurvedic Perspective
Ayurveda often correlates migraine with Ardhavabhedaka (half-head splitting headache) , a Vata–Kapha disturbance in the head. Imbalances in the finer wind forces (Prana Vayu and Vyana Vayu) and heat-regulating factors (Tarpaka Kapha and Sadhaka Pitta) are also involved.
A weak Agni leads to Ama accumulation, which may lodge in the head region and exacerbate headaches.
For instance, heavy, dry foods or skipping meals can aggravate Vata, while emotional stress can further disturb the mind and digestive fire. In sum, Ayurveda sees migraine as a signal of aggravated Vata and Kapha (and associated Pitta imbalance) in the brain, often worsened by toxins and stress.
Causes according to Ayurveda
Migraines may be triggered by factors that disturb the doshic balance:
- Dietary factors: Heavy, oily, or hard-to-digest foods (like excessive fried or fatty foods) can aggravate Vata and Pitta. Skipping meals or fasting also disturbs digestive balance.
- Lifestyle stress: Excessive screen time, loud noises, or intense mental stress elevate Vata and Kapha. Lack of sleep or irregular sleep patterns further weaken the nervous system. The AyurvedicClinic notes that long sun exposure and anger can heat up Pitta, triggering migraines.
- Environmental factors: Dry, cold winds (Vata-provoking) or very hot, sunny weather (Pitta-provoking) can precipitate attacks. Seasonal changes often cause dosha imbalances that manifest as headaches.
- Accumulation of Ama: Poor digestion (weak Agni) leads to Ama. Toxins in the bloodstream aggravate all doshas, especially in the head, making migraines more likely.
Ayurvedic management focuses on restoring balance by pacifying aggravated doshas, particularly Pitta, and realigning the digestive system. This holistic approach includes:
Read more about the ayurvedic perspective here
Conventional vs Ayurveda Perspective
Conventional Perspective
Ayurveda Perspective
What & Why
- A chronic neurological condition characterized by unilateral recurring, throbbing headaches accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.
- Common causes include: stress, hormonal fluctuations, certain foods, sleep disturbances, sensory overload, and genetics.
- Primarily an imbalance in Vata, Kapha dosha and weak Agni
- Various dietary, lifestyles and environmental triggers can trigger imbalance Vata and Kapha dosha (as mentioned above) depending on individual body type including the conventional causes
Ayurveda Perspective
How
- Symptomatic relief through pain relievers, antiemetic medications, and preventive medications.
- Correct the root imbalances i.e. the aggravated Vata & Kapha doshas and disturbed Agni through diet, herbal medication, lifestyle changes, and Ayurvedic panchakarma therapies
When to consult doctor
Seek Ayurvedic consultation for migraine if:
- Frequency/severity: You experience frequent migraine attacks (more than a few per month) or they significantly disrupt life.
- Medication reliance: You want to reduce long-term medication use or if drugs cause side effects.
- Holistic care: You have accompanying digestive or stress-related symptoms that may be contributing factors.
- Personalized plan: You prefer a treatment strategy tailored to your mind–body type rather than a one-size approach.
Ayurveda can help identify your personal triggers and balance your system, potentially reducing migraine frequency and intensity over time.
Our Approach
Expert Doctor led diagnosis
Our experienced Ayurvedic doctors will help in identifying the root causes leveraging modern diagnostic tests, questionnaires, pulse checks in clinics etc.
Personalised solutions
We will create personalized recommendations of:
(i) herbal medicines and
(ii) easy to follow dietary suggestions
Continued care through our dedicated health coaches
Our energetic doctors double up as health coaches offering help at any time you need them to ensure the right outcome is achieved. They are just 1 whatsapp text away.
Expert Doctor led diagnosis
Our experienced Ayurvedic doctors will help in identifying the root causes leveraging modern diagnostic tests, questionnaires, pulse checks in clinics etc.
Personalised solutions
We will create personalized recommendations of:
(i) herbal medicines and
(ii) easy to follow dietary suggestions
Continued care through our dedicated health coaches
Our energetic doctors double up as health coaches offering help at any time you need them to ensure the right outcome is achieved. They are just 1 whatsapp text away.
How much time does it take?
1-2
Weeks
Reduction of Symptoms
2-6
Months
Root cause resolution
Why Yuvrit?
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Authentic: Leveraging classical evidence backed and proven ayurvedic treatments |
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Standardized Protocols led: Dr GG led development of treatment protocols and training of all doctors |
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Modern and Integrative: Integrates modern diagnostic tools and methods and adaptive to changes |
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Quality Focus: Robust R&D process led interventions, scientific lab tests to ensure safe and proven efficacy for proprietary products |
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Continued care: Coach led engagement post consultation to ensure right health outcome is delivered |
