Inversion tables are devices that look like a cross between a bed and gym equipment that are designed to safely allow you to spend a few minutes each day in an upside down state without the need for headstands or … Continue reading
When an employee approaches you to tell you that they have a problem with migraines and it can affect their work it might seem a bit daunting. As an employer you are responsible for the health of your employees while … Continue reading
Karl Spencer Lashley was a prominent psychologist and behaviourist between the 1930s and 50s. He also happened to suffer from migraines with aura. Although primarily his research focused on locating which areas in the brain were responsible for learning and … Continue reading
Following the introduction of the 2010 Equality Act “employers must make reasonable adjustments to accommodate a worker with a disability”. Under this act a person is disabled if they have a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and … Continue reading
In recent years scientists have been finding increasing evidence that shows some types of migraine may be linked to your genes. Twin studies have been helping to prove this with their results showing that migraines are more likely to occur … Continue reading
Migraines are a debilitating disease for around 15% of adults in the UK (Source NHS) and can be brought about by a range of triggers including certain foods, stress and even weather conditions to name but a few. Migraine Matters … Continue reading
It takes an incredibly long time to develop new drugs that build on the latest medical discoveries, and even longer before they are affordable and widely available. It can take in excess of twelve years to make a new medication … Continue reading