Daith Piercings & Migraines: Trend, Theory or Total Myth?
There’s no doubt that a daith piercing can add an extra something to your stack, but can they actually help relieve migraine pain or is it just another wellness rumour?
Let’s explore the theory, the science behind it (although there’s not much) and what you should consider before getting a daith piercing for migraine relief.
What Is A Daith Piercing?
A daith piercing goes through the small fold of cartilage just above your ear canal. It’s a popular piercing anyway for its unique look and aesthetic, but has recently garnered attention due to the idea that it can provide migraine relief.
Where Did The Theory Come From?
The theory that a daith piercing can help relieve migraines originates from acupuncture and auricular therapy or nerve stimulation.
In acupuncture, there’s a pressure point in our ear that is said to relieve migraine pain and people believe that, due to its positioning, a daith piercing can constantly stimulate acting as a permanent form of acupressure. And, that’s not all. There’s also a theory that a daith piercing may affect the vagus nerve which plays a role in managing pain and inflammation, both key triggers for migraines.
So the idea? A daith piercing can help regulate the body’s pain signals and offer relief for migraines because of it’s location.
So, Do Daith Piercings Really Help with Migraines?
There’s no definite answer!
Whilst some people have reported fewer and less painful migraines after a daith piercing, there’s no scientific evidence to prove that the theory is true. In fact, many health experts believe that this could be a type of placebo effect - we believe it will help, so it does!
Should You Try a Daith Piercing?
If you love expressing your personality through your stack, want to switch up your ear style and are migraine prone, it might be something you want to explore!
We don’t market a daith piercing as an alternate treatment for migraines, but always say it’s worth a try and if it doesn’t work you still have a pretty new piercing.
Thinking of Daith Piercing? Here’s What You Need to Know…
- A daith piercing is a type of cartilage piercing
- Not everyone can get a daith piercing due to their ear anatomy
- A daith piercing can take 6 - 12 months to fully heal
So what’s the verdict on daith piercings relieving migraines?
It falls between trend and theory, but there’s no denying that people’s personal stories spark curiosity and continue to fuel it’s popularity!
Whether it brings migraine relief or not, a daith piercing is a cute addition you anyone’s stack so what’s not to love?!
