Unproven anecdotes claim piercing a certain area of ear cartilage, known as a "daith piercing," can alleviate migraines.

Despite the lack of evidence around daith piercing for migraines, research supports the use of auricular (ear) acupuncture to relieve migraine symptoms.

‘Ear cartilage piercings work similar to acupuncture and relieve pain by stimulating pressure points and nerve endings,’ writes Healthline.

A daith piercing or migraine piercing is done in the cartilage ridge inside the outer ear. Most neurologists do not recommend them as a migraine treatment.

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Daith piercings are thought to help ease anxiety by applying consistent pressure to a pressure point used in acupuncture. Experts weigh in.

An ear piercing for migraines — called a daith piercing — is not a proven treatment and may actually put you at risk for infections.

Daith piercing and migraine relief is tied to acupuncture and pressure points in the ear. Learn whether this treatment works, how safe it is, and if there are any known side effects.

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Sheri Utecht, 44, from Woodland, Washington, claims her 'daith' piercing, through the innermost fold of cartilage in the ear, has cured her migraines. The theory, though unproven, is it mimics ...