A doctor has gone viral after showing an easy way to relieve migraines (and it won’t cost you an arm and a leg).
Dr. Jason Singh, a physician who shares his expert advice and knowledge with his 96,000 followers on TikTok, uses the “two-towel method.”
“You need two rags or short towels,” he says in his video, which has been viewed by more than 8.1 million people.
‘One has to be cold, so put it under cold water and the other under hot water.’
She then advises wringing them both out at the same time, before placing the cold cloth on the forehead and the warm cloth on the nape of the neck.
The two-towel method involves using a cold cloth and a warm cloth (stock image)
The doctor, from Loudoun County, Virginia, USA, continued: ‘(This) will build up your blood vessels and reduce inflammation.
‘Meanwhile, the hot cloth is passed just behind the neck to improve blood flow and relax the muscles.
‘Keep them on for five to seven minutes at a time and then watch your migraine naturally control itself.’
Numerous studies have shown that hot and cold compresses are effective in reducing the intensity of headaches.
The cold temperature helps to constrict blood vessels and lessen the sensation of pain.
On the other hand, hot compresses work by increasing blood flow to the area, which can help relax tense muscles and relieve tension headaches.
Heat can also provide a calming effect, promoting relaxation and reducing stress.
While the technique may work for some people, it may not work for others. This is because migraines have different causes in different people.
Users have taken to the comments section to share their opinions.
One user said: ‘My migraine would have me laughing out loud as I carried those towels to the laundry room.’
Jack commented: ‘*Squints in case of chronic migraine.*’ (sic)
Talia added: “I do the same thing but with two buckets, one with cold water and one with hot water. And I put my feet in it. It just magically makes the headache go away.” (sic)
Someone else wrote: ‘I use a cold pressure gel cap… it changed my life!’ (sic)
Another person said: “I have to try this! Thanks for sharing and not just telling us to take Tylenol!”
Tanya commented: “I’ve been diagnosed with chronic migraines. I’m going to try this. However, an ice pack on the back of my neck works for me.”
