
07/10/2025
🌿 Nerve Pain and Constant Daily Migraines: Understanding and Managing
💫 Overview
Nerve pain (neuropathic pain) and chronic migraines are often intertwined conditions that cause persistent daily discomfort and exhaustion. They stem from dysfunction within the nervous system, resulting in heightened pain sensitivity, inflammation, and nerve signal misfiring.
Common symptoms include:
• Throbbing or pulsating head pain
• Neck and shoulder tension
• Tingling, burning, or shooting pain along nerves
• Sensory sensitivity (light, sound, smell)
• Fatigue, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating
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💊 Medical Management
1. Amitriptyline
• A tricyclic antidepressant often used in low doses to reduce nerve pain and prevent migraines.
• Helps calm overactive pain pathways and promote sleep.
• Side effects can include drowsiness, dry mouth, or dizziness.
2. Emgality (Galcanezumab)
• A monthly injection that blocks CGRP (Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide), a molecule linked to migraine attacks.
• Reduces migraine frequency and severity over time.
Both medications target neurological pathways—Amitriptyline supporting nerve modulation, and Emgality preventing vascular and sensory overreaction.
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🌸 Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Integration
Aromatherapy offers a natural complementary approach by calming the nervous system, reducing tension, and improving emotional balance.
When used alongside medical treatments, essential oils can support daily symptom management and overall wellbeing.
🌿 Recommended Essential Oils
Purpose:
Essential Oils:
Application
Pain Relief & Inflammation
Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Lavender
Diluted massage to temples, neck, or base of skull
Nervous System Support
Frankincense, Chamomile, Lavender
Inhalation or diluted topical application
Stress & Sleep Support
Clary Sage, Geranium, Bergamot, Cedarwood
Diffusion before bed or during relaxation
Migraine Onset Relief
Peppermint + Lavender blend
Roll-on to temples and pulse points at first sign
Purpose:
Essential Oils:
Application
Pain Relief & Inflammation
Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Lavender
Diluted massage to temples, neck, or base of skull
Nervous System Support
Frankincense, Chamomile, lavender
Inhalation or diluted topical application
Stress & Sleep Support
Clary Sage, Geranium, Bergamot, Cedarwood
Diffusion before bed or during relaxation
Migraine Onset Relief
Peppermint + Lavender blend
Roll-on to temples and pulse points at first signi