Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic condition known for causing widespread pain and tenderness throughout the body and extreme fatigue. FM affects both males and females, but women are more likely to get it than men. In fact, up to 90% of those diagnosed are female, according to the National Institutes of Health. Some men get [...]
Astoundingly, 80% of adults experience low back pain at some time in their life. It is the leading reason for people to miss work days and the number one contributor to job-related disability. In a recently conducted survey, more than a quarter of adults reported having low back pain in the last 3 months. Low [...]
A migraine is something no one looks forward to having. While it is going on, the only thing you can think about is finding relief. A migraine is characterized by the following symptoms: A day or two before a migraine: Feeling depressed or cranky Restless or nervous Very happy and exuberant Extremely tired Craving food [...]
Due to a popular film of the same name, vertigo is often confused with the fear of high places. What really is vertigo and what can be done for it? These are some of the questions we will be addressing in this article. What is Vertigo? Vertigo is a medical condition causing you to [...]
Tension headaches can feel like a vice is gripping the sides of the head or like a tightening band around the forehead. They are often accompanied by neck tightness. A connection has been seen between them and people who sit for long periods of time at work. Sitting for a long time can weaken your [...]
Should fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome be cared for using medication? This has been the focus of Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, researcher and medical doctor. He proves, through his diligent research, that medication is ineffective when trying to help either of these conditions. His research describes the frustration felt by those trying to cope with fibromyalgia [...]
Fibromyalgia sufferers may always have symptoms present to some degree or another. The muscle pain and fatigue can be impossible to ignore. Just like other conditions that can have triggers, such as migraines, there are things that can cause flare-ups in fibromyalgia symptoms: Weather or temperature changes: Dampness, cold, heat, humidity, and storms can all [...]
Sciatica can be difficult to deal with as one never knows when it is going to occur. Most have heard of sciatica and may know about the sciatic nerve, but not everyone knows that it runs below the piriformis muscle. If the piriformis muscle becomes tight, it is referred to as piriformis syndrome and can [...]
It may surprise you to learn that lower back pain often has its origins in the neck. While these two regions seem far apart, they are intricately connected. First, let’s take a look at some health conditions that may cause lower back pain and then we will discuss how to find relief. Lower Back [...]
It is not an uncommon occurrence for vertigo patients who find their way to our office to have experienced some type of injury to the head or neck in the past. Vertigo is a common complaint following a neck injury. It can come on soon after the incident or in some cases can arrive weeks [...]
Meniere’s disease is debilitating for the one suffering as it affects a person’s balance system. It is known for: Severe vertigo Tinnitus – ringing in the ears A feeling of fullness in the affected ear Hearing loss that can become permanent if not cared for Those suffering from Meniere’s can often only think about when [...]
When one suffers from migraines, he or she is often rendered incapable of performing a regular daily routine or even going to work. Family physicians may recommend strong prescription medications such as: Maxalt Relpax Imitrex Zomig While these medications may offer some temporary relief, they can be expensive and often come along with serious side [...]
Headaches can be debilitating for those who suffer from them. Is one headache just as bad as another? The truth is there are headaches much worse than a mild tension headache. These are called cluster headaches. They are even worse than a migraine. This is why they are nicknamed “the suicide headache.” The Migraine Trust [...]
The widespread muscle pain associated with fibromyalgia is not the only symptom that can cause problems. For people with fibromyalgia, the combination of the pain and disturbance of normal sleep is a vicious cycle. The pain makes sleeping more challenging, and then the sleep deprivation magnifies the pain. The sleep problems that can be associated [...]