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Daith piercing

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Jaffrey, NH

I have heard a lot of the daith piercing. I was wondering if anyone has done it. Did it work for you? How long did it take before it work? Need pro and con's about this kind of piercing before I do it.

January 7, 2017
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Members shared widely varied experiences with daith piercings for migraine relief, with many reporting dramatic improvements ranging from... Read more

Members shared widely varied experiences with daith piercings for migraine relief, with many reporting dramatic improvements ranging from immediate pain elimination to significantly reduced frequency and intensity, though results were not universal and some found no benefit at all. Several members offered practical guidance, including seeking certified professional piercers (especially those registered with the Association of Professional Piercers), expecting a 4-6 month healing period, using surgical-grade or titanium jewelry to avoid infection, and understanding that placement matters critically for effectiveness. A recurring theme was the personal nature of migraine treatment, with members emphasizing that while it worked powerfully for some (going from daily migraines to monthly or none), it didn't work for others, yet at a cost of $25-$70, many felt it was worth trying, with the mindset that even if it didn't help migraines, they'd still have a cute piercing.

A MyMigraineTeam Member

I have had the daith piercings in the past. I had both done the same day. It was a miracle work for me. I had a migraine when I went in to get them done. It took the pain away right away. Any time I got a migraine, I just either gave a gentle pull or twisted the piercings gently. It worked the whole time I had them, but my sugar kept causing infection in them.

November 1, 2017
A MyMigraineTeam Member

I got mine in my left ear. I had a migraine when I got it and as soon as the needle went in I could feel the pressure ease off. By the time I left the shop it was completely gone.

October 30, 2019
A MyMigraineTeam Member

I got mine in the right ear. Had a migraine when I arrived at the shop to get it done. Within 10 minutes of getting the piercing my migraine was GONE. Not eased, not lessened, GONE. I went from over 4 migraines a week to 1 every 6 weeks or so. Best decision I ever made, it's been 2 years and it's still effective. $25 very well spent.

September 1, 2019
A MyMigraineTeam Member

Pros. Less frequent/intense migraines and headaches. When you do get headaches just gently twist, spin or press on the jewelry and it goes away quickly.

Cons. It takes 4- 6 months to heal completely and is difficult to change out yourself.

February 3, 2019
A MyMigraineTeam Member

I have a faith piercing. It helps quite a bit. I had to remove it for a MRI 2 weeks ago and have not been able to get it back in.

April 20, 2019

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