Can kratom be used to relieve headaches?

Everyone experiences a headache at least a few times in their lifetime. According to current research, up to 75% of the adult population experiences this difficulty to varying degrees. The main cause of this condition is often primarily stress, but for example the weather or our hormones also play a role. Long-term or, conversely, intense short-term pain can make it very difficult for us to function on a daily basis and disrupt our concentration. He can do it kratom to help with a headache? You can find the answer in the article.

If you suffer from pain for a long time, it is quite possible that you have already tried some of these medications. If we are talking about prescription drugs, there is a big risk that they will help you, but at the same time they will suppress you so much that you will not be able to carry out normal daily activities (eg driving a car, working, etc.). If we look at natural alternatives, cannabis or kratom are offered. Today we will deal with the second option, i.e. kratom, which, according to many users, can suppress pain with the right dosage and at the same time work completely without limitations.

Unfortunately, this claim has not yet been scientifically confirmed, so it is necessary to look more deeply into the issue in order to be able to judge for ourselves whether kratom can help or not. Please sit back, here we go!

Headaches and migraines

In this section, we will first introduce some headaches and list the differences between the pain and migraine so that we can better identify what is really bothering us. As for headaches, we distinguish several basic types:

Tension headache

This type of pain is primarily caused by tension in our daily lives. We usually feel the pain in the forehead and in the back of the head and neck. It most often appears in the middle of the day and we get rid of it within half an hour. Episodic tension pains are more long-term, lasting up to 15 days each month. Chronic pain is diagnosed if it occurs regularly for more than 15 days per month. 

Cluster headache

The main reason is once again a high work pace and an unreasonable level of stress. This is a recurring series where the pain does not last as long, but is very intense and often manifests itself in the eye area, from where it can travel down the face. It affects men much more often (approximately 3 to 5 times).

NDPH (New daily persistent headaches)

In the original "New Daily Persistent Headache" it occurs every day and for a long time. With this pain, one remembers its beginning. This is a type of chronic pain and often requires medical attention. 

Sinus headaches

We feel them inside the forehead, cheekbones or behind the bridge of the nose. These pains cause severe discomfort and are often caused by allergic reactions. This type is often accompanied by, for example, a cold or a fever. 

Migraines

This is a type of headache where the pain lasts for a long time, which in our case means hours or even days. Its symptoms include fatigue, excessive sensitivity to light and noise, bloating, nausea or vomiting. Pains of a pulsating type are typical for migraine. It is recommended to avoid any physical activity in this condition. If the frequency of occurrence rapidly increases to every few days, immediate medical attention should be sought.

Let's take a look at the difference between a migraine and a headache before we get to kratom itself.

The difference between a migraine and a headache

In this section, we'll take a closer look at the differences between a headache and a migraine.

Location: Migraines often develop in one part of the head, whereas headaches can be felt around the entire head, neck and back.

Symptoms: Migraine causes pain of a pulsating nature, accompanied by nausea, excessive reaction to light and noise or vomiting. Headaches affect the already mentioned places on the whole head, neck and back.

Extension: Migraine occurs in approximately 12% of adults, headaches are much more common, as we have already mentioned, 75% of the global population occasionally suffers from headaches. 

How does kratom work for headaches and migraines?

We have already featured Kratom many times in our cannabis blog articles. Briefly, we will repeat its definition: it is a tree from Southeast Asia that has been used by local indigenous people for hundreds of years for the power of the alkaloids it contains. In our region it is most often found in powder form, while in its homeland it was used primarily in the form of smoking leaves or as a tea. In addition to the powder, we also sell extracts, which are recommended for more experienced users.

They were not kratom Mitragyna speciosa (= professional Latin name) can have either a stimulating or, on the contrary, a sedative effect on us. Not infrequently, its users seek out the effects of kratom as well as a helper in the fight against pain, both chronic and acute. This is closely related to our topic today. The hidden heroes of our powder are active substances called alkaloids.

Mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine are psychoactive substances whose effects we can use to eliminate pain. It is important to watch the dosage, because we can very easily become addicted to kratom. In addition, when taking an excessive dose, we can also start to notice side effects, such as fatigue or nausea. 

For pain, we dose kratom in medium-high doses, somewhere around 5 g, while we should start gradually and have full control over the dosage throughout the duration of use. Five grams is a relatively high dose for complete beginners, so they should start somewhere around 2 grams and observe the effects and then regulate the amount of kratom used.

Types of Kratom: Which is Best for Pain?

When it comes to kratom strains, this is a fairly individual matter. Red or green kratom is recommended, as their analgesic abilities seem to be the best. Green, on the other hand, is milder and more suitable for complete beginners red kratom it is stronger and has a dampening effect. We should definitely not overdo it with the dosage, so as not to expose ourselves to the risk of sedation.

Kratom red (red) is further divided into different "substrains", which are most often named after the place of abundance, but this is not the rule. It is among the most frequently searched strains Maeng da Red kratom, which is highly praised by many consumers for its pain relief. However, it is necessary to repeat again that this is not a medical remedy, but a folk alternative method.

Kratom Dosing for Migraines

Studies show that for migraines, a dosage somewhere between 5g and 8g is effective. A high dosage will ensure a sedative effect. However, this is far too high a dose for an inexperienced individual, for the first introduction to kratom, only 2-3 grams are generally recommended, with the following dose being determined according to the effects that the previous administration induces.

A very important aspect is also the choice of the type of kratom that the user decides to use. As we mentioned before, when dealing with headaches or migraines, most people turn to red or green kratom. It is equally important to find out what dosages are ideal in our case, while eliminating the risk of addiction and building tolerance as much as possible. It is therefore ideal to find the smallest possible but at the same time highly functional dose.

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