I’m not throwing out my migraine medicine any time soon, as that’s still the ultimate cure to get rid of the pain once and for all. However, while I waited for that solution to take effect, I was able to participate in conversations, watch television, play video games, and more with minimal interference. If you have frequent migraines like me, you know just how huge that having added flexibility is.

Yes! Not only does TheraICE Headache Relief Cap takes seconds to slide on and off, but our customers describe putting it on as an incredibly refreshing experience. The hat is very nice, it fits comfortably and has a reusable design. Above all, the relief expert migraine hat is great for sinus pressure and has a nice design. The All Sett Health Migraine Relief Cap’s concept is simple enough: it functions as a headache hat that can be used for cold therapy or heated relief. When worn, the chosen temperature is applied evenly all the way around the head while also providing gentle compression to the skull.Cold: Depending on the desired level of cold intensity, you can put the Therafreezy in the freezer or refrigerator for 2 hours to achieve maximum cooling therapeutic comfort. You can also leave it overnight in the freezer since the high-grade thermal gel will never turn solid! Both the cold and the heat (and even the room temperature compression, for that matter) provided strong relief to the migraine-induced pain and nausea I was feeling. Though every migraine is different, so I can’t say for certain, I also believe wearing this hat has possibly helped shorten the duration of my symptoms. Technically you can use the Huggaroo Soothe Unscented Microwavable Heating Pad for with heat or cold therapy, but we think it stands out from the crowd more when used as a heating pad. Not only does it have a cozy, plush feeling that radiates comfortable heat during use, but it’s also unscented, making it especially helpful for people with migraine who have sensitivity to strong smells during episodes. Style and fit. The goal here is to find a hat that fits comfortably and securely on your head without feeling too tight or constrictive, says Dr. Natbony. While a small amount of compression can be soothing, you don’t want it to be so tight it causes more pain. Both our experts recommend considering what type of hat will fit you well. For example, a wrap with adjustable straps can fit various head sizes and shapes, while one that’s made from stretchy material that can accommodate different types of hair or hairstyles.

You can’t pull it down over your eyes or re-position it in any way to target different areas of the head. You probably won’t want to wear a migraine hat once it’s lost its temperature benefits, but Dr. Berk says you can cycle through as many cold treatments as you want. Some people store multiple hats in their freezer so they can rotate them as soon as one loses its cooling effect. As long as the cooling technology isn’t irritating your skin, Dr. Berk says migraine hats are safe to use daily. Warning signs like seeing zigzag lines, numbness or tingling, feeling dizzy or difficulty speaking just before the migraine startsSure, it was disappointing to take the cap off and realize the migraine was still lurking, but it also doesn’t mean this product is a failure. On the contrary, this headache hat did what nothing else has been able to for me in the past: It provided some ease in symptoms that made my migraines more manageable. Migraines usually last between 2 hours and 3 days, with some symptoms (such as feeling very tired) starting up to 2 days before the head pain starts and finishing after the headache stops. I admit, I was skeptical when I first read that the All Sett Health Migraine Cap could be heated and cooled equally. It sounded like a great idea, but I’d been burned before (not literally, thankfully, but that’s a real possibility, so be sure to follow the directions). You can make this hat work for you regardless of where your migraine pain is or what type of relief you need—and because the TheraICE Ice Cap is priced just right for the market, this one is a clear winner.