I bought a large gel pack and keep in in the freezer. When my head is really hurting, I slip the gel pack into my pillowcase. It's about the same size as my pillow. Then I lie on it and it seems to help some.

I also have hydromorphone pills and they help too, along with a sleeping pill. I try not to take sleeping pills too often though-I don't want to have a problem later.

I hope you get some relief.