Quick, Easy Remedy To Tackle Frontal Headache

A frontal headache is pain felt primarily in the forehead or frontal region of the head. It may be mild or severe and can be acute or chronic. Many times it is easy to get rid of by home remedies.

Symptoms

Pain in the forehead area

Pressure or tightness across the forehead or behind the eyes

Sensitivity to light or sound

Fatigue or mental fog

Nausea (sometimes)

Runny or blocked nose (if sinus-related)

Causes

Most common cause is over thinking or tension headache

It can get triggered by stress, anxiety, poor posture, lack of sleep

Inflammation of the sinuses due to infection or allergies

Nasal congestion

Eye Strain and prolonged screen use

Uncorrected vision problems

Dehydration — reduced fluid levels can cause frontal headache

Caffeine withdrawal

Migraines

Home remedies

Cold or warm compress

Drink water regularly it gives cooling effect

Adequate rest and sleep

Reduce screen time

Practice good posture

Tea or coffee sometimes help

Yoga and meditation

Massaging temples, forehead, and neck may ease pain

Sujok Therapy

Press with blunt object or probe stick for five to 10 minutes on the highlighted area (see figure). Then apply single moong seeds on the same area and keep for three to four hours. You can remove it if you get relief or keep a while longer.

Consult a doctor if you do not get relief by self-remedies.

(Rajshree Vora is an obesity consultant, dietitian and nutritionist, Sujok therapist, counsellor, and yoga therapist. You can write to her at enquiry@rajshreeyoga.com)

Published on: Sunday, May 25, 2025, 12:00 AM IST