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daith piercing

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Coldwater, MI

I am trying to figure out what side to get the piercing on I get my migraines on the right hand side so should I get the piercing on the right hand side is there any help somebody can help me with?

February 2, 2019
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Members shared mixed experiences about which side to pierce for migraine relief, with most recommending getting the daith piercing on the side... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences about which side to pierce for migraine relief, with most recommending getting the daith piercing on the side where migraines occur most frequently, though several strongly suggested getting both ears done at the same time to prevent migraines from shifting to the unpierced side. Many community members described significant relief after their piercings, ranging from complete migraine elimination to reduced frequency and intensity, though some noted the piercing didn't help at all and emphasized finding a professional piercer who knows the correct placement. A recurring theme was the importance of realistic expectations, with members acknowledging that results vary widely by individual and suggesting alternative or complementary treatments like Botox, Topamax, Feverfew supplements, and essential oils for those seeking additional relief options.

A MyMigraineTeam Member

I suffer from migraine headaches for years I got it done on the right side and its been 3 years now and no migraines I might get a small headache but nothing like I had

March 8, 2019
A MyMigraineTeam Member

I would because I had my left one done first and wound up having to go back and get the right one done later on just get them both done at the same time and be done with it you'll be glad you did

February 9, 2019
A MyMigraineTeam Member

I tried just getting one side done and it didn’t really help. I had to take it out to have an MRI and just left it out. I have a friend who had both sides down and they helped her. I had chronic migraines for 20 years and was willing to give it another try. I went to piercer she suggested. But I decided to get both done at the same time. When she did the second one it was like an actual release of pressure from my head. They have to know what they are doing and get them in the correct spot. Unfortunately, I was in the hospital to have a shoulder replacement and they tapped them down. One came out the day I got home. The migraines are worse now especially on that side. I’m getting it redone as soon as I can.

March 28, 2019
A MyMigraineTeam Member

I got one on both sides, one in September and one in october of last year. I've had 5 one day headaches since, but nothing compared to the 10 day migraines I'm use to. I got the first on the side my migraines are the worst on. My next migraine I only felt in the top of my head opposite of the side I had the piercing on, so I got the second one done. It has been so freeing.

March 12, 2019
A MyMigraineTeam Member

I got my daith pierced almost a year ago and I don’t regret it.... I have yet to get a migraine since I did it, my only regret is that I waited so long to do it....

February 9, 2019 (edited)