Health – Headaches and migraines

בריאות – כאבי ראש ומיגרנה

These are the Rebbe's letters to individuals about their own situations. Throughout, the Rebbe instructed people to consult an expert doctor and follow his guidance; anyone facing a medical question should do the same.

The Rebbe's guidance to people suffering from headaches and migraines:

Consult a specialist and follow his instructions (IK 846, 6812). The Rebbe sometimes suggested asking the doctor specifically about a medication then commonly prescribed for this, nicotinic acid (IK 3201, 5844).

Headaches often come from overthinking and nerves, so work on calming the mind (IK 1615). A headache that comes during study is likely to pass when one learns with joy and together with a chavrusa (IK 5173).

"One who has a headache, let him engage in Torah" (Eruvin 54a). The Rebbe explains how Torah study serves as healing (IK 1269).

For migraines: obtain a small mezuzah that has been checked and is kosher, wrap it in several layers, and carry it (except where carrying is forbidden, such as in a public domain on Shabbos) (IK 3201).

Shiurim in this topic

846. Blessings for Health and Long Life ברכות לבריאות ואריכות ימים

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1269. Spreading Light Through Torah, Even in Busy Times הפצת אור על ידי תורה, אפילו בזמנים עסוקים

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1615. Strengthening Bitachon and Practical Steps for Health Concerns חיזוק הבטחון וצעדים מעשיים לדאגות בריאות

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3201. Carrying a Kosher Mezuzah for Migraine Relief נשיאת מזוזה כשרה להקלה על מיגרנה

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5173. Perseverance in Torah Study Despite Slow Comprehension התמדה בלימוד תורה למרות תפיסה איטית

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5844. Strengthening Health and Trust in Hashem חיזוק הבריאות והבטחון בהשם

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6812. Health Advice, Medical Consultation, and Shidduch Guidance for a Niece עצה בריאותית, התייעצות רפואית, והדרכה לשידוך לאחיינית

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