Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Lavandula (lavender) has a long history of traditional use for various types of headaches, including migraines and tension-type headaches, largely due to its reputed calming, anxiolytic, and mild analgesic properties. Traditional herbalists have recommended lavender in the form of essential oil (aromatherapy, topical application) or infusions for headache relief. However, when it comes to cluster headaches specifically—a severe, relatively rare, and distinct neurological condition—there is little evidence that lavender has been traditionally or effectively used for this indication. The majority of historical and ethnobotanical references focus on general headache relief rather than cluster headaches in particular.

Scientifically, some small clinical studies have investigated lavender essential oil for migraine relief, with mixed but occasionally promising results for inhaled lavender. Nevertheless, there is a lack of clinical trials or robust scientific data specifically addressing lavender's efficacy for cluster headaches. As a result, its use for cluster headaches is considered primarily traditional, with a low level of supporting evidence for this specific condition.

In conclusion, while lavender is widely used in folk and traditional medicine for various headaches, there is minimal to no scientific validation for its use in cluster headache management.

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