Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Balsam (which can refer to various resinous substances from plants such as Balsam of Peru or Balsam fir) has a history of traditional use in herbal medicine, but its use specifically for migraine is not strongly supported by robust scientific evidence. Historical texts and ethnobotanical sources note that certain balsams have been used for general pain relief, anti-inflammatory purposes, and respiratory complaints. In some traditional systems, topical application or inhalation of balsamic preparations was believed to help with headaches, including those that may resemble migraine. However, these uses are largely anecdotal and not based on controlled clinical research.

There are no high-quality randomized controlled trials or systematic reviews validating the effectiveness of balsam for treating migraine. The rating of 1 is given because there is some historical mention of its use for headaches, but this evidence is weak, not specific to migraine, and not substantiated by modern research. Most current migraine treatment guidelines do not mention balsam as a recommended therapy. Therefore, while there is a tradition of use for general headache relief, there is little to no scientific validation for its efficacy in migraine specifically.

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