They are the mother of all headaches and can
cripple those who suffer from them,
but new research may hold the key to relief.
Help may be at hand for migraine sufferers who experience "aura" - which involves visual disruptions, numbness, tingling and weakness before a headache begins. US researchers have designed a hand-held device that can be used at home which delivers a magnetic pulse to the head.
For the study, participants were randomly given a fake stimulation device or a real one. Those who used the real device had less pain and recurring headaches and were less likely to need medication than those who used the fake device.
At this stage it's still unclear how expensive the treatment will be and how it should be administered for optimal effectiveness, however researchers also report that the device did not make symptoms worse or cause serious side effects.
Source: http://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/health/health+news/relief+for+migraine+sufferers,7615
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