Fibromyalgia is a medical condition that causes widespread pain throughout the body. It affects nearly 20 million of those living in the USA. In addition to pain, you may experience extreme exhaustion, trouble sleeping, fibro fog (impaired thinking ability), and depression. Caring for this condition can be difficult as no one really knows why it […]
If you have ever suffered through the excruciating pain of migraines, you know they are so much more than bad headaches. If you have not ever had migraines, you may wonder if the headaches you are having are actually migraines. Migraines are as unique as the person suffering from them, and not all the symptoms […]
What is the brainstem? What is its role in the functioning of your body? How will an upper cervical adjustment help? This article will help you find the answers to these questions. What Is the Brainstem? The brainstem rests below the cerebrum and connects the rest of the brain to the spinal cord. It is […]
Sports-Related Injuries Experiencing an injury during a sports game is nearly inevitable, which is the number one reason why it's crucial that you take precautions in regards to the possibility of injuries. Admittedly, not all sports target the same body parts. Knowing this fact alone is not enough. It’s imperative to put that knowledge into […]
When you have an improper curve in your spine it is called scoliosis. Your spine naturally has a front-to-back curve. However, if you view someone from behind, a side-to-side curve should not be visible. If you are suffering from scoliosis, you will be able to see a side-to-side or twisting curvature that does not belong. […]
Vertigo is described as the sensation that you or the things around you are spinning when there is actually no motion. It affects up to 10 percent of those under the age of 40. Once you reach 40, the number affected jumps to 40 percent. In a recent decade, vertigo was the reason for 2.5% […]
Neck injuries are a very commonplace problem that can occur very easily. In fact, you may not even notice it has happened until you begin feeling pain. This may happen hours, days, or sometimes years later if the injury is not promptly cared for. How do injuries happen? Any of the following can be responsible: […]
Sciatica is known to cause lower back pain that is often felt in the hips and may travel down the back of the leg into the foot. It is due to an irritation or pinching of the spinal nerve roots in the lower region of the back. Many people visit their family physician for help […]
A concussion or traumatic brain injury can alter the way the brain works. This can be temporary or permanent. Some symptoms of concussions are: Headaches Memory loss Confusion Feeling off balance Problems with concentration It is entirely possible for a person to get a concussion and not lose consciousness, resulting in some people having endured […]
Tinnitus is the term used when you hear some type of noise – ringing, roaring, hissing, or clicking – but there is no outside source causing it. Tinnitus is not a disease but rather an underlying condition. One in every five people suffers from tinnitus. It can lead to concentration problems and even depression. The […]
