The aim of acupuncture treatment in migraine therapy is to reduce the frequency, severity, and duration of migraine attacks and to improve the person’s quality of life. Let me elaborate further:

Main objectives:

🧠 Regulating pain mechanisms: Acupuncture may increase the release of substances such as endorphins and serotonin, which are the body’s natural painkillers.
⚡ Balancing the nervous system: It aims to reduce excessive neural stimulation associated with migraine.
🩸 Improving blood circulation: It may relieve pain by regulating circulation, especially in the head and neck area.
😌 Reducing stress and tension: Since stress triggers migraines, the relaxation effect is an important benefit.
💊 Reducing the need for medication: In some patients, regular acupuncture has been observed to decrease the use of painkillers.

Acupuncture in migraine treatment is especially preferred in the following situations:

💊 When adequate response to medications is not achieved; It is chosen as a supportive treatment in patients where preventive or attack therapies are ineffective.
🚫 When medication side effects occur; It is a good alternative for individuals experiencing side effects such as stomach problems, dizziness, or weight gain.
🔁 If there are frequent migraine attacks; It is preferred to reduce attack frequency in patients experiencing four or more attacks per month.
😖 If stress, anxiety, or sleep disorders accompany; The relaxing and regulating effect of acupuncture provides an advantage in these patients.
🌿 In patients seeking natural / complementary treatment; It is suitable for individuals who prefer non-pharmacological methods.
👩‍⚕️ During pregnancy or in certain special conditions; In cases where medication use is limited (strictly under physician supervision).
⏳ In individuals with a long history of migraine; It can be used as a supportive treatment in patients with chronic migraine.