Vertigo is the sensation of movement when there is none. Most people describe it as a feeling that the room is spinning. There are many triggers that can begin a vertigo attack. Sometimes we even bring them upon ourselves. Think about a child spinning out in the yard and then stumbling around for a bit. [...]
Identifying Migraine Triggers If you are one of the more than 37 million migraine sufferers across the country, identifying potential triggers is something you’ve likely considered doing if you haven’t already. If you’ve sought out medical attention for your migraines, hopefully you’ve been encouraged to keep a migraine diary in which you record different factors [...]
Fibromyalgia can be triggered by various things and prevent a person from living the life they want. It interferes with daily routines and can cause a person to feel depressed and left out of life. What are some common triggers of fibromyalgia? Being overtired Exposure to dampness or cold temperatures Injuries Being stressed Being fatigued [...]
In the Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research, the astounding results of a study involving 300 patients with Meniere’s disease were published earlier this year. While many factors may affect the onset of Meniere’s, the purpose of the study was to look at one possible cause, an upper cervical misalignment resulting from a car accident, [...]
Do you struggle with migraines? If so, you’re among the 12% of the population who does. Migraines are the 3rd most prevalent health condition in the world and are considered the 6th most debilitating. As far as relief options to get you feeling better go, you may have tried everything under the sun, from keeping [...]
Differentiating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome From Fibromyalgia While chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and fibromyalgia (FM) are not the same conditions, we are going to refer to them together in this article, simply because they are both diseases that amplify symptoms in those who suffer from them. Also, it is possible that they both stem from the [...]
Headache disorders are one of the most common conditions affecting the nervous system. There are many types of headaches – tension, cluster, and migraine to name a few. All of these different headache types comes with its own hallmark symptoms, but the one thing they have in common is the painful and disabling headache component. [...]
Fibromyalgia is the most common musculoskeletal condition following osteoarthritis. It can be a scary diagnosis for someone as little is known about it, and it is difficult to diagnose until ruling out all other possibilities. In some cases, it causes depression and social isolation. So, what should someone look for if fibromyalgia is suspected? Recognize [...]
How Much Do We Spend on Migraines? Migraines, the 8th most disabling illness in the world, can be terrible to manage. Not just a bad headache, migraines are a combination of neurological symptoms that include throbbing head pain, visual disturbances, nausea, dizziness and extreme sensitivity to light, sound, touch, and smell. While dealing with the [...]
Dizziness is something that affects most people at some point. If that concept isn’t vague enough, people also use dizziness to envelop several different conditions. Let’s take a look at four types of dizziness that a person may experience, and then we will consider a potential relief option that is natural and drug-free. 4 Types [...]
Fibromyalgia patients describe a type of foggy feeling in their head. They have such symptoms as depression, extreme tiredness, and low energy levels. This affects their daily living at home and at work. A study done of 203 patients revealed just how the disease affects the finances of the person suffering and the impact on [...]
Migraine sufferers know that an attack can put them out of commission for the better part of the day or longer. This has a big impact on their ability to maintain a regular work schedule, as well as a healthy social life with friends and family. Approximately 1 in 10 people across the United States [...]
Vertigo is one of the most common conditions experienced by those 40 and over. In fact, about 40% of people who live past the age of 40 will experience the condition at one time or another. However, since it is considered a benign condition, most doctors will just provide medication in an attempt to keep it under [...]
Symptoms of Vestibular Neuronitis Vestibular neuronitis is characterized by the following: Severe vertigo attack Nystagmus (eye jerking movements) Nausea or vomiting Symptoms persisting for between 7-10 days With vestibular neuronitis, hearing is unaffected. The duration of these symptoms can be incredibly frustrating. Traditional management involves medication and potential vestibular rehabilitation if there are residual balance issues. There [...]
Fibromyalgia affects 2 – 7% of the population in the United States according to various estimates. Women are about 10 times more likely to get it than men. As a person ages, the chances become greater that they may contract this condition. Fibromyalgia Facts You Must Know Here are some facts that may not be [...]
