Treating headache pain and taking it seriously is good. Preventing it, whenever possible, is better. There are things you can do to be a proactive patient. Many are part of a good overall health plan.

Doctor’s Orders:

• Daily exercise is a highly recommended preventative. A daily walk of 30 – 40 minutes is good for general health and in many cases can prevent the onset of headache.
• Make an honest assessment of your lifestyle. Find a small portion of the day to de-stress.
• Meditate.
• Avoid food triggers, these vary – if you don’t know what your triggers are, try keeping a headache diary.
• Get enough sleep.
• Relieve eye strain. When sitting at a desk or computer for long periods of time, be sure and shift your gaze periodically. Get up and move around as well. Use an anti-glare screen.
• Beta-blockers and antidepressants may be useful in preventing migraine (which must be diagnosed).
• Check your lighting. Improper lighting can lead to eyestrain, which can cause headache.
  
• Massage your eyes.
• Keep your neck straight while you work as much as possible. Try to improve your posture in general.