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The Healthy Programmer
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The Healthy Programmer

by Joe Kutner
June 2013
Intermediate to advanced
254 pages
6h 37m
English
Pragmatic Bookshelf
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Treating Headache Symptoms

Dim the lights, lie down, close your eyes, and try to relax. That’s the best way to treat a headache, because it has no side effects and won’t cause a rebound headache. If possible, place a cool wet towel on your forehead. Despite its simplicity, this strategy has proven to be effective.[82]

Other studies have found that relaxation techniques such as mediation, tai chi, and yoga are effective at relieving headaches.[83][84] Some individuals prefer to do mild exercises at the onset of a headache—although this likely masks the pain until it can subside rather than actually reducing it.

But sometimes you just can’t relax. You have a job, places to be, and things to do. When that’s the case, it may be time to hit the ...

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