Finding Cures For Headaches Depends On Cause

There are two classifications of headaches which should be considered when seeking cures for headaches.  They are primary and secondary headaches.  Primary headaches include migraine, tension, and cluster headaches.  Injuries, brain tumors, and infections are considered to be the causes of secondary headaches.

Tension seems to be the main cause of most heads.  They can be caused by stress and a negative emotional state.  Food, environment, and chemicals can also be the culprits causing headaches.  Cures for headaches can come in the form of both prescription and non prescription medications; however, they do have side effects which come along with them.  Also if these medications are used over a long period of time they will eventually lose their effect on the body.

To avoid these problems there are alternatives to these pain relieving medications.  They are natural remedies.  These remedies are not meant for cluster or migraine headaches.  Here are some of the cures for headaches which are considered to be natural remedies:
1)    Cut back on your caffeine intake.
2)    For relief of a stress headache a massage of the head, neck, and shoulder area will relax your muscles.
3)    Dehydration can cause headaches.  To help prevent headaches and for the overall consideration of your general health drink 8 glasses of water a day.
4)    It is suggested that oils made of peppermint, lavender, or eucalyptus can be used to relieve a tension headache.
5)    Try not to get too little sleep or too much sleep because each will cause headaches.  Try to get a steady as well as a good amount of sleep everyday.
6)    A hot bath will keep your muscles from contracting and release the tension from your body by relaxing your muscles.  This should relieve a tension headache.
7)    A stress headache can be relieved by the use of acupuncture or acupressure.
8)    Exercise such as an energetic walk, a jog, or a swim will improve blood circulation and release tension from your body.

A sinus headache is another type of pain that can be very menacing.  It is ultimately caused by a sinus allergy or an infection.  Generally medication is used to open up the nasal passages, take care of the infection, and cause drainages of the sinus cavities.  Cures for headaches of this nature include Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, and aspirin.   Antibiotics are prescribed as needed as well as decongestants.