Are Your Painkillers Making Migraines Worse? Understanding Medication Overuse Headache
9 min
Are the very painkillers you rely on actually making your migraines worse? If you’re stuck in an endless cycle of headaches, your meds might be the hidden culprit — and you’re not alone. Up to 50% of chronic migraine sufferers fall into the trap of Medication Overuse Headaches (MOH) — also known as rebound migraines — without even realizing it.
By the end of this episode, you’ll discover: ✨ 3 clear signs your painkillers are fueling your migraines — not fixing them ✨ The science behind MOH — how common meds like NSAIDs, triptans, and opioids can rewire your brain for more pain ✨ An Eastern medicine approach to break the cycle — without unbearable withdrawals
You’ll also discover how gut health, the vagus nerve, and liver detox play a surprising role in stopping rebound migraines for good.
