The link between migraine and weather is something that’s not yet fully understood. One way that you can better understand what the connection is for you is by getting a good digital barometer. Recently I received this letter which demonstrates a great way to use the barometer I have recommended on this website.
Hi James,
In short, thanks!
Your little barometer has changed everything for me. I have known for some time that pressure was a trigger for some of my most severe headaches. This little tool has helped me understand that almost *all* of my headaches are weather related. For me it is rapidly falling pressure that does it…
After 30-some years of suffering, this is a rather huge revelation. I have set the barometer to alert me of sharp pressure drops… now I’m training myself to medicate based on the alarm… the difference is *enormous*.
I will be ordering another barometer soon so I can keep on in my office *and* my bedroom… My hope is that if I can catch the pressure change (and have the barometer literally *wake me up* to take medication) I can avoid the headache all together…
Its amazing what a little understanding (and technology) can do…
Best,
Eric
New Mexico, USA
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This has been offline for months – any idea when the digital barometer is coming back? I’m one of those human barometers and would love to know more about this….
Yes, I would too. The company originally had plans to come out with a newer better version, but looks like those plans were stalled, and the old one is no longer available. I’ll try to keep my eyes open for something to replace it!
I like the idea of the barometer helping me predict a migraine is coming. However, I wouldn’t have enough medication (Frova) to take a pill each time the pressure swings here in FL. I’m sure my insurance company isn’t any different from most; they only cover 4 pills a month, sometimes I’m lucky and a newby at the drug store will give me the whole (9 pill) package without realizing the insurance is so stingy.
Well, I wouldn’t recommend taking meds every time the pressure swung around. However, if you do see a weather pattern that could cause a problem, be especially careful about your other triggers, and take other preventative action (non-drug). If the pressure swing is extreme (this is where the barometer is a big help), you might talk to your doctor about taking medication at that time.
I find that weather related migraine attacks can be very hard to stop once they really get started. If there’s any way we can stop them early, I think it’s a help!
A cheap-non prescription alternative to relieve barometric pressure migraines. ZYRTEC-D I cannot say enough about it. It is AMAZING!!!!! Works every time for me!!!