Sujok therapy among remedies for throbbing headaches

Sujok therapy, which uses a probe and seeds on the thumb, is recommended as a home remedy for throbbing headaches, Freepress Journal reports. Causes listed include migraine, dehydration, stress, sinus infections, high blood pressure, lack of sleep, hormonal changes, caffeine withdrawal, and eye strain. Symptoms include pulsating pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, blurred vision, and dizziness.

Home remedies include staying hydrated, resting in a dark room, applying a cold compress, eating balanced meals, limiting screen time, and practising relaxation techniques. Sujok therapy involves applying pressure with a probe on the thumb's painful area, then placing black pepper or buckwheat seeds secured with medical tape for two to three hours.

The article advises consulting a doctor if the headache worsens.