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Review
. 2024 Aug;28(8):753-767.
doi: 10.1007/s11916-024-01269-9. Epub 2024 May 18.

Advances in Exercise in the Clinical Trials of Migraine: A Scoping Review

Woo-Seok Ha  1 , Min Kyung Chu  2
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Review

Advances in Exercise in the Clinical Trials of Migraine: A Scoping Review

Woo-Seok Ha et al. Curr Pain Headache Rep. 2024 Aug.

Abstract

Purpose of review: This review aimed to investigate emerging evidence regarding the effectiveness of exercise for migraines, focusing on the results of recent trials. Additionally, it explored the possibility of exercise as a treatment for migraines.

Recent findings: Between 2020 and 2023, five, four, one, and two trials were conducted regarding the effect of aerobic exercise, anaerobic exercise, Tai Chi, and yoga, respectively, on migraine; all studies showed significant effects. Two trials on aerobic exercise showed that high-intensity exercise was similar to or slightly more effective than moderate-intensity exercise as a treatment for migraines. Three trials on anaerobic exercise reported its effectiveness in preventing migraines. Regarding efficacy, side effects, and health benefits, aerobic exercises and yoga are potentially beneficial strategies for the prevention of migraines. Further studies are needed to develop evidence-based exercise programs for the treatment of migraines.

Keywords: Aerobic exercise; Anaerobic exercise; Chronic migraine; Exercise; Headache; Migraine.

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