A migraine is a neurological condition

characterized by recurrent, throbbing headaches—often on one side of the head —along with symptoms such as:

Nausea or vomiting
Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
Sensitivity to sound (phonophobia)
Visual disturbances or aura (in some people)

Triggers may include stress, irregular sleep, certain foods, hormones, dehydration, or sensory overload.

Migraine Management (General Approach)

1. Identify and avoid triggers – stress, skipped meals, caffeine excess, bright light, processed foods, etc.
2. Maintain a regular routine – sleep schedule, hydration, balanced meals.
3. Stress management – breathing techniques, mindfulness, yoga.
4. Medications 

Ayurvedic Viewpoint
In Ayurveda, migraine is often correlated with Ardhavabhedaka , mainly involving Vata and Pitta imbalance. 

1. Causes as per Ayurveda
Irregular meals
Eating  dry  food
Eating immediately after a meal
Overexposure to sun and air from east
Excessive sexual activity
Preventing natural urges
Excessive physical  labor

2. Ayurvedic Pathology
Vata aggravation leads to pulsating, throbbing pain.
Pitta aggravation causes burning sensation, light sensitivity, and irritation.
When both get vitiated, they affect head channels (Siras), causing migraine.

3. Ayurvedic Management
A. Internal Treatments (As per practitioner’s advice)
Brahmi or Ashwagandha for stress handling
Amalaki, Guduchi, Shatavari for cooling Pitta
Miobip tablets of Bipha  helps to reduce premonitory symptoms
Snehapana with medicated ghee in chronic cases
Exact medicines should always be prescribed by an Ayurvedic physician.

 B. Panchakarma Therapies
These help detoxify and rebalance doshas:
1. Nasya – medicated nasal drops to clear channels; highly beneficial for migraine
2. Shirodhara – continuous herbal oil flow on forehead to calm mind and nerves
3. Shiroabhyanga – head massage with cooling oils
4. Virechana – gentle purgation to reduce Pitta
5. Steam and local therapies if Vata is dominant

C. Dietary Recommendations
Prefer cooling  and foods : ghee, cucumbers, tender coconut, coriander, moong dal.
Avoid : spicy, sour, fermented foods, caffeine, alcohol, excessive heat exposure.
Eat at regular intervals; do not skip meals.

D. Lifestyle Recommendations
Maintain regular sleep-wake cycle.
Practice Pranayama: Sheetali, Nadi Shodhana.
Reduce screen time and exposure to bright lights.
Gentle yoga: Child’s pose , forward bend, Shavasana .

Summary
Migraine in Ayurveda is primarily due to Vata–Pitta imbalance affecting head channels. A tailored combination of diet, lifestyle correction, internal medicines, and Panchakarma therapies can significantly reduce frequency and intensity of attacks.