Is it good to take a nap if I have a headache?

Dr. Michael Breus, PhD

Psychology

It’s no surprise that one of the ways to treat a headache is to lie down and take a nap (assuming, of course, you have the luxury of napping in the middle of your day). But napping can also conflict with your nighttime sleep if it’s not planned carefully. It also appears to incite a vicious cycle: 59 percent of those in a study with tension-type headaches complained of sleep problems as a trigger of those headaches.

It’s the classic catch-22. Sleep to dull headache. Sleep to trigger headache.

Continue Learning about Headache

Migraine is a neurological condition that causes recurring episodes of moderate-to-severe headaches and other symptoms, including nausea and vomiting,...

What should you record in your headache diary?

If you’re living with chronic migraine or have experienced migraines with any frequency, you’ve likely heard this recommendation before—keep a headach...

What's the link between obesity and headache?

If you’ve ever experienced the pounding pain of a migraine, you probably want to do everything in your power to prevent the headaches. So here’s a new...

Fatigue is a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that interferes with a person’s ability to function in their normal daily activities....

Important: This content reflects information from various individuals and organizations and may offer alternative or opposing points of view. It should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. As always, you should consult with your healthcare provider about your specific health needs.

Features:

Condition Headquarters:

Is it good to take a nap if I have a headache?

Continue Learning about Headache