Acupuncture stimulate nerve endings that promotes release of endorphins which is a pain killing substance that relives the pain. Acupuncture is helpful in episodic migraine than chronic migraine. Acupuncture helps to relax or less stressed. Stress act as a trigger for migraine.

Acupuncture is considered safe for Migraine as per clinical guidelines in UK.Patient can undergo acupuncture along with preventive medications.Acupuncture is completly safe for pregnant patients rather than using medications.

A German randomized controlled trial proved that acupuncture is more effective and safe in patients with topiramate with adverse effects.Studies concluded that acupuncture should be considered as first line treatment for migraine rather than using drugs with unwanted side effects.

Reference

The role of acupuncture in treatment of migraine by Albrecht Molsberger (CMAJ,2012 March 6)