Migraines are a common illness among Canadians, with an estimated 11% of the world’s population having suffered from them at one point or another in their life (source). But a migraine isn’t just a particularly bad headache. It’s a specific type of vascular headache that can cause a disabling cascade of symptoms.
If you’re dealing with recurring or disabling migraines, intravenous therapy may be able to help.
Naturopathic IV Injections For Migraines
The migraine prevention IV cocktail contains magnesium, which has been show to affect serotonin receptors, and also have an effect on nitric oxide synthesis and release, as well as on NMDA (N-methyl-D-aspartic acid) receptors—all brain structures and chemicals suspected to be important in migraines do to their role on blood vessels.
In the brain, fluctuating serotonin levels can send blood vessels into spasm and aggravating the symptoms of a migraine. There is scientific evidence that supports the idea that magnesium can aid in the prevention and treatment of migraine and cluster headaches.
Magnesium is a safe alternative to try for those suffering from recurrent or disabling migraines or other types of headaches.
Meanwhile riboflavin (vitamin B2) in high doses can help reduce the incidence of migraines by helping the brain cells utilize energy.
Researchers have found that some people who get migraines may not have enough energy stored in their brain cells. Riboflavin helps the enzymes in the body tap into the energy stored in those cells.
A Belgian study of 49 patients with migraines found a benefit of dosing riboflavin. About half of the people in the study became migraine-free. Among the others, the intensity of pain was reduced by about 70%.
This IV cocktail also includes a mix of other B-vitamins, vitamin C, and minerals, all of which help support the actions of magnesium and riboflavin.
To find out if migraine IV therapy is right for you, ask Dr. JJ.
