contrast therapy
Treatment for Cluster Headache
Contrast therapy for Cluster Headache involves the alternating application of hot and cold stimuli, which modulates neural blood flow and triggers a sympathetic nervous system response. The rapid temperature changes induce vasoconstriction and vasodilation, potentially interrupting the trigeminal-autonomic reflex and reducing inflammatory mediators associated with the headache pathogenesis. This non-pharmacological intervention aims to provide immediate pain relief and potentially interrupt the neurological cascade that precipitates cluster headache episodes.