Migraine is a neurological disease characterized by recurring headaches. It is a significant public health problem of the top reasons for disability throughout the world. This study is planned to compare the effects of relaxation techniques of the diaphragm (midsection), diaphragmatic respiration exercises, and manual therapy applications on the severity and intensity of pain and lquality of life. 42 patients diagnosed with migraine aged between 18 and 60 participated in the study. Patients were divided into 3 groups; diaphragm relaxation group (DG), manual therapy group (MG) and control group (CG). 2 types of evaluation were carried out, one of which was pre-treatment and the other was post-treatment. Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Megill-Melzack Pain Questionnaire, Headache Impact Test (HITS), and SF-36 Life Quality Scale were used. How long the attacks of patients before and after the treatment lasted and monthly attack numbers were recorded.
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Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Timeframe: Baseline and at the end of third week
McGill Pain Questionnaire (MPQ)
Timeframe: Baseline and at the end of third week
Headache Impact Test (HIT-6)
Timeframe: Baseline and at the end of third week
SF-36
Timeframe: Baseline and at the end of third week