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29Jan, 2016
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Tension Headaches

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Tension headaches are the most common form of headaches. These headaches cause different types of pain, but the most common sensation is a dull pain that is present all over the head. The forehead may also feel tight, but other possible sensations such as sharp, constant and throbbing pain or tightness may also occur. For many patients, the triggers of the headaches can be almost untraceable. Some of the most common reported triggers include stress or staring at a backlit screen. Others include the consumption or withdrawal symptoms of alcohol, […]
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8Jan, 2016
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Heel Pain

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Heel Pain A heel spur is a small deposit of soft calcium located on the heel bone near where the plantar fascia connects. Pain in this area is usually pain from plantar fasciitis, not from the bone itself. This type of bone spur is most commonly seen in middle aged men and women, and is most often diagnosed when the patient is experiencing other types of foot pain. Around 70% of plantar fasciitis patients develop a bone spur. Over time, walking, running and dancing can cause repetitive stress disorder which […]
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6Jan, 2016
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Tips to Quit Smoking!!!!!

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Are you one of the more than 70% of smokers who want to quit? Then try following this advice. 1. Don’t smoke any cigarettes. Each cigarette you smoke damages your lungs, your blood vessels, and cells throughout your body. Even occasional smoking is harmful. 2. Write down why you want to quit. Do you want to— Be around for your loved ones? Have better health? Set a good example for your children? Protect your family from breathing other people’s smoke? Really wanting to quit smoking is very important to how […]
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29Dec, 2015
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Hammer Toe

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Hammer toe is a physical deformity that results from the muscle and ligament over the toe joint being out of alignment. An affected toe is forced into a bent position and remains fixed. Bending the toe can cause rubbing and irritation on the top of the toe joint that may lead to blisters and corns. High heels and ill-fitting shoes that force the foot into an unnatural position are the most common causes of hammer toe. Other contributing factors include arthritis, injury to a toe or a family history of […]
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22Dec, 2015
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Achilles Tendinitis

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Achilles Tendinitis The Achilles tendon attaches the calf muscle to the heel bone. Jumping, climbing and strenuous exercise can strain the tendon and calf muscle, which can cause the type of inflammation known as tendinitis. This injury can be mild enough that it can be treated by over-the-counter medications or so severe that it must be repaired surgically. Chronic tendinitis can cause microscopic tears in the muscle which can weaken the tendon and increase the risk for tear or rupture. Symptoms usually include pain and swelling near the ankle. Pain […]
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19Dec, 2015
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Facial Pain

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Facial Pain Facial Pain can be caused by any one of the many nerves or structures that make up the face. This type of pain can be caused by one of the three branches of the trigeminal nerve. Each of the three branches affects a different aspect of the face. This nerve communicates sensory information to the brain. Inflammation or irritation of this nerve is called trigeminal neuralgia. Pain in the facial area can also be caused by a bundle of nerves directly behind the nose called the sphenopalatine ganglion. […]
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18Dec, 2015
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Whiplash Injury

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Whiplash is the most common form of motor vehicle injury. It can also be caused by falls, trauma or other sports-related accidents. This type of injury happens when the neck is forced outside of the normal range of motion, and can cause significant injury to muscles, ligaments, discs and facet joints in the neck. For some, this pain can last for years following an accident. Common symptoms of whiplash include neck pain, swelling along the back of the neck, difficulty turning the head and muscle spasms. A doctor will collect […]
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17Dec, 2015
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Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

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Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy( the nerve pain which results from years of uncontrolled diabetes) Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy that involves the peripheral nervous system (PNS). While the central nervous system (CNS) includes your brain and spinal cord, the PNS includes all of the nerves that start in your spinal cord and innervate the rest of the body. Peripheral neuropathy can be caused by vitamin deficiencies, alcoholism, autoimmune diseases, some medications, diabetes and other unknown causes. Damage to the PNS can cause nerves to function improperly causing numbness, tingling or pain. Two main […]
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16Dec, 2015
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Post Herpetic Neuralgia( Pain after Shingles Outbreak)

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Post herpetic neuralgia is the lasting skin and nerve pain associated with a shingles outbreak. The threat of developing this pain condition is often the biggest worry for those who have a shingles outbreak. The most common symptom of post herpetic neuralgia is a burning pain that may interfere with sleep and appetite. Other common symptoms include itching or numbness, muscle weakness or paralysis and sensitivity to any touch. Patients who seek treatment within the first 72 hours of the rash appearance and start a course of antivirals are 50 […]
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18Nov, 2015
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Back Pain: Spondylosis, Spondylolysis, and Spondylolisthesis

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Back Pain: Spondylosis, Spondylolysis, and Spondylolisthesis Have you read your MRI report recently and ended up more confused about your low back pain than before you began? If so, you are not alone. The medical terms for low back problems confuse many medical professionals who don’t deal with these issues on a regular basis. The purpose of this post is to help explain what is going on with your back, so that you can make a more informed decision on which treatments to choose. The 3 main terms we are […]
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