Headache & Migraine

5 August 2025

Calm the Pain Naturally with Unani Healing

Introduction:

Frequent headaches or migraines can disrupt your daily life, steal your peace, and affect your concentration. Modern treatments may offer short-term relief but often ignore the root cause. At Hashmi Dawakhana, we treat headaches with centuries-old Unani wisdom—aimed at permanent relief through natural healing, without harmful side effects.

Understanding Headaches in Unani Medicine (Suda’a):

In Unani philosophy, headaches are categorized based on the imbalance of bodily humors (Akhlat):

• Damvi (Blood) – Often linked to high blood pressure or heat.
• Safravi (Bile) – Caused by excessive heat, anger, or stress.
• Balghami (Phlegm) – Resulting from cold, sinus congestion, or digestive issues.
• Shaqeeqa (Migraine) – A severe, often one-sided headache that may include vomiting, nausea, and light sensitivity.

Common Symptoms:

• Dull, throbbing, or sharp head pain
• One-sided migraine attacks
• Nausea, vomiting, or dizziness
• Blurred vision or light sensitivity
• Neck stiffness and mental fatigue

Causes Highlighted in Unani Tradition:

• Digestive problems (constipation, acidity)
• Liver dysfunction or excess heat in blood
• Weak nervous system and stress
• Overexposure to sun, noise, or screen time
• Irregular sleep patterns or hunger

Hashmi Dawakhana’s Natural Herbal Treatment:

1. Cooling Tonics for the Brain – Formulated with herbs like Sandalwood, Gul-e-Gaozaban, and Banafsha to reduce inner heat and calm the nerves.
2. Nervine Strengtheners – Herbal formulations to soothe anxiety, improve sleep, and stabilize brain function.
3. Digestive & Liver Support – Herbal syrups and powders that improve gut health, reduce acidity, and detoxify the liver—key to preventing recurring headaches.
4. External Remedies – Herbal oils (like Roghan-e-Banafsha) for head massage to relieve pressure and promote relaxation.

Lifestyle Advice for Relief:

• Avoid hot, spicy, or fried foods that increase Safra (bile).
• Maintain regular sleep and eating patterns.
• Perform mild breathing exercises or meditation to reduce mental tension.
• Stay hydrated and avoid screen exposure during peak headache periods.

Why Choose Unani for Headache & Migraine?

• Focus on root-cause healing, not just symptom suppression
• Herbal remedies with no side effects
• Personalized to your Mizaj (body temperament)
• Offers long-term relief and prevention