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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?

Q: 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?

: 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.

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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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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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