Pain.. we all have it from time to time. An astounding 100 million plus Americans suffer from chronic pain, or pain that lasts for more than 12 weeks, to a cost of more than $600 billion a year according to a report from the Institute of Medicine. With so many people suffering from the effects of … [Read more...] about PEMF for Chronic Pain Relief
National Caregivers Month
November is a month filled with thanks. We thank our Veteran’s for their service on Veteran’s Day, we celebrate gratefulness all month long through social media-driven initiatives like #30daysofthanks and of course, Thanksgiving itself. There is one more group that is recognized during the month of … [Read more...] about National Caregivers Month
Thanksgiving Truth or Fiction: Does turkey make you tired?
The Thanksgiving feast is over and everyone is lounging around watching football or holiday movies. So why so tired after a big meal? The humble turkey has been blamed for the after-meal sleepiness for generations but is that really what makes us long for a nap? … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Truth or Fiction: Does turkey make you tired?
Is is a Migraine? How to Know.
If you have ever suffered from the intense throbbing, extreme sensitivity to light and sound and other debilitating symptoms that a migraine headache can bring, you probably would like to know what can cause such a severe headache and how to prevent them or lessen the painful effects. … [Read more...] about Is is a Migraine? How to Know.
Fall Prevention
Did you know that falling is the number one cause of injury among older Americans? The risk of falls is even higher for those who suffer from a neurological condition such as Parkinson’s disease, neuropathy, ALS (Lou Gherig’s disease) and others. There are several ways that you can lower the risk of … [Read more...] about Fall Prevention
Sciatica and You… What You Need to Know
The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body, beginning in the lower back, going through the buttocks and down the leg. That the nerve is compressed or inflamed, the condition is known as sciatica and it hurts! Characterized by mild to severe pain, burning, tingling and numbness, sciatica can … [Read more...] about Sciatica and You… What You Need to Know
A Pain in Your Neck?
If you’ve ever woken up with pain or stiffness in your neck, you are not alone. By some estimates, nearly half of American workers suffer from some degree of neck pain. Although neck pain usually improves in a few days and is rarely an indicator of anything serious, there are some things that are … [Read more...] about A Pain in Your Neck?
Suriving Summer with Chronic Pain
If you ever heard someone say that they can predict a change in the weather based on a change in the pain level in their bodies, you may have wondered if there is indeed a connection between pain and the weather. Or you may be the one who experiences those changes, subtle or otherwise, as the … [Read more...] about Suriving Summer with Chronic Pain
Chronic Pain and Chiropractic Neurology
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, approximately 76.2 million people, that’s one in every four Americans, have suffered from chronic pain.Chronic pain is defined as any pain that last longer than three months. In a healthy individual, pain should cease after the underlying cause … [Read more...] about Chronic Pain and Chiropractic Neurology