Can ice packs help relieve migraine?
As far as clinical studies are concerned, there are none. All the data on ice pads and packs are anecdotal reports. You either believe these reports or you don’t. Remember, manufacturers of these products are also in the business of making money and like pharmaceutical companies tend to exaggerate the benefits.
From internet reports, it appears that ice packs appear to help at least 50-70 percent of individuals with migraine. The pain relief is significant but not long lasting.