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A member asked:
When i have a headache, hitting myself in the head usually temporarily relieves it. im aware this isnt a solution, but why does that happen?
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I'd say it's the old counter irritation technique where one sensation blocks the other sensation of,perhaps, muscle contraction of scalp muscles. It's usually a temporary effect though.
Answered 6/14/2023
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