Neck pain has always been around but has been receiving an increasing amount of attention lately. This is partly due to the rise of mobile technology, "text neck" and postural problems that come along with the digital lifestyle. When you dig a little deeper, neck pain can actually be quite complex. It can have several [...]
If you are experiencing vertigo, the Internet can be a great resource for finding out more information, discovering home remedies, and knowing when it’s time to seek medical attention. Unfortunately, there is just as much misinformation available as there is good information (if not more). With that in mind, we’ve compiled this discussion of 7 [...]
Neck pain is a common condition. When seeking the care of your family physician, he or she may suggest one of the following to find out the source of the pain: Diagnostic imaging: x-rays, MRIs, and CT scans Lumbar puncture: to rule out spinal meningitis and similar conditions Blood tests: to rule out such things [...]
Getting a migraine is a very common occurrence. In fact, many people – about 4 million US residents – have what is called a chronic migraine. This means that they have a migraine for more than 15 days during a 30-day period. A migraine is more than a bad headache. It is a neurological condition [...]
Seeing children with migraines is rare. Unfortunately, many parents and their kids don't know that it actually does happen. That's because whenever we think about migraines, we often associate it with adults. While throbbing head pain is the symptom most often associated with a migraine, there are other symptoms as well. These are: Nausea and [...]
Sciatica can be a debilitating condition. It happens when the sciatic nerve is irritated, which sends radiating pains down the affected side. Typical sciatica presentation affects the lower back, hip, buttock, back of the thigh, and calf. The pain is often described as burning or stabbing, and the leg can also feel numb or weak. [...]
Back pain is one of the most common injuries that is endured while one is at work. Most places of employment hire a specific person such as a risk manager to keep an eye on safety problems and reduce the risk of injuries. But each individual also has a responsibility to be cautious and alert [...]
One may have heard the term vertigo and upper cervical chiropractic but may not really understand what they mean. In this discussion, we'll deep dive into the two topics to help you cope better with your vertigo attacks. What is vertigo? It is related to, although not the same as, dizziness. The difference is [...]
One of the characteristic features of Meniere's disease is the vertigo that accompanies it. Meniere's is a disorder that affects the inner ear and typically causes a combination of symptoms: Vertigo Tinnitus (ringing in the ear) A feeling of fullness in the ear Fluctuating hearing loss While there are many theories about the origins of [...]
Neck pain is an extremely common condition. The neck is a complex combination of bones, muscles, and ligaments. Any of these structures can be strained or injured, leading to pain, stiffness, and discomfort. One thing to consider is how we are caring for our neck during the hours we are asleep. The position we choose [...]
When most of us hear the word whiplash, we think of a high-speed car accident with airbag deployment and maybe a trip to the hospital. However, the truth is that an injury does not need to be spectacular to injure the tissues of the neck. A whiplash injury is caused when the neck is forced [...]
Finding effective migraine relief is a top priority for anyone experiencing the throbbing or pulsating sensation in the head. Medications can offer some reprieve while one is undergoing an episode. However, unless the underlying cause of migraines is addressed, they will continue to occur. The good news is that there is a safe, natural, pain-free [...]
Are you looking for natural relief for Migraines in San Diego? If your answer is yes, then you've come to the right place. Migraines can sap a person’s energy leaving one unable to perform a normal daily routine. Around the globe, 46% of people have an active headache issue. In the United States, 10-12% cope [...]
Sciatica can cause a world of pain to sufferers. This condition is thought to be the cause of up to 10% of all lower back pain complaints. Sciatic pain occurs when pressure is placed on the sciatic nerve. This can be caused by a large number of factors ranging from poor posture to slipped discs. [...]
