San Diego Brain Center

Migraines are the 6th most disabling illness in the world. Find relief for yours by giving us a call today!

Migraines tend to run in families. About 90% of migraine sufferers have a family history of migraine. Find relief for yours by giving us a call today!

Migraines are the 3rd most prevalent illness in the world. Find relief for yours by giving us a call today!

Ginger is a great remedy to use when a headache sets in as ginger suppresses blood vessels from swelling and nerves are instantly relieved of pressure!

Fact of the day: Migraines are the 3rd most common disease in the world!

Regular exercise is a great way to release endorphins in the body which are the body's natural painkillers! Two triggers of migraines are stress and inadequate sleep. Exercise reduces stress levels among individuals and aids in better sleep!

Often times, headaches can be caused by dehydration so it's important to always stay hydrated. Water can decrease the amount of pain felt when a migraine hits, or even clear it completely.

The lack of sleep, and sleep disturbance, is often times a playing factor that can cause migraines. Make sure to consistently get a good nights rest of sleep!

Did you know that 25% of people that suffer from migraines also suffer from visual disturbance called an aura which lasts about one hour?

Poor posture often leads the jaw to clench, which can cause tension headaches. Improving your posture, taking breaks to change postures, and strengthening your core muscles are all ways to help headaches related to poor posture.

Drink plenty of water in order to help prevent migraines. Staying hydrated can lessen the pain of headaches once they do occur.

Did you know? Cough headaches occur when you cough or place strain on your body.

Chemical activity in your brain, the nerves or blood vessels surrounding your skull, or the muscles of your head and neck (or some combination of these factors) can play a role in primary headaches. Some people may also carry genes that make them more likely to develop such headaches.

Wishing you a happy, safe and healthy Fourth of July!