Obstructive sleep apnea is a big health problem in our country today; nearly seven percent, or almost 1 in 15 people living in the United States today has some form of sleep apnea, while only 20 percent of those patients are getting the proper treatment. Apnea comes from a Greek word that means … [Read more...] about Could You Be Living with Sleep Apnea?
Effective Treatment for Peripheral Neuropathies
In an earlier post, we discussed the pain and discomfort related to carpal tunnel syndrome but did you know that carpal tunnel is just one of more than 100 medical conditions known under the blanket of Peripheral Neuropathies? Peripheral Neuropathy refers to disorders of the peripheral nerves, … [Read more...] about Effective Treatment for Peripheral Neuropathies
What You Should Know About ADHD
Misdiagnosis of any medical condition can be a scary thing to contemplate although it happens all the time. With respect to Attention Deficit Disorder/ Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, the number of cases that are misdiagnosed are staggering. According to one research study by a … [Read more...] about What You Should Know About ADHD
New Hope for Stroke Sufferers
Chiropractic neurology is gaining popularity in the treatment of many conditions, from vertigo to headaches, pain management and traumatic brain injury to name a few. But did you know that this drug-free, non-invasive treatment is also helping stroke victims? The brain-based therapy that composes … [Read more...] about New Hope for Stroke Sufferers
Understanding Dystonia – Part Two
Last week, we touched on the common movement disorder Dystonia, that causes muscles to spasm involuntarily due to a malfunction in the the neurological mechanism that relaxes muscles when they are not in use. While part one of this two-part post on Dystonia outlined the various forms and signs of … [Read more...] about Understanding Dystonia – Part Two
Understanding Dystonia – Part One
Dystonia is a movement disorder that causes muscles to spasm involuntarily due to a malfunction in the the neurological mechanism that relaxes muscles when they are not in use. The often repetitive and twisting movements can result in irregular and awkward posture and even pain, ranging from mild to … [Read more...] about Understanding Dystonia – Part One
Chronic Pain Relief: No Drugs Required
Click here to view ABC's Nighline Special on This Topic Imagine living with chronic pain so severe that you have to wear sunglasses 24 hours a day or cannot hug your loved ones or walk more than a few feet without stumbling. Pain that severe is a reality for many and millions more suffer from some … [Read more...] about Chronic Pain Relief: No Drugs Required