Many people have felt the odd sensations of prickling or numbness at times and perhaps brushed it off as nothing. But these sensations, along with burning or stabbing feelings, can escalate eventually causing extreme pain and in rare cases, even paralysis. So what is it? It may be Nerve Entrapment … [Read more...] about How Chiropractic Neurology Turned One Celebrity's Life Around
Physical Endurance and the Brain
Most athletes train their bodies every single day. However, many times the same care and discipline is overlooked when it comes to training the brain. How important is mental strength to achieving the highest possible physical performance? It could very well be the key. Conversely, studies are also … [Read more...] about Physical Endurance and the Brain
Can Bioelectronics Really Replace Drug Therapies?
An in-depth and very interesting article published by the New York Times, “Can the Nervous System Be Hacked?”, shares the efforts of neurosurgeon and Feinstein Institute president, Kevin Tracey to uncover the link between the nervous system and the immune system. More specifically, his work led to … [Read more...] about Can Bioelectronics Really Replace Drug Therapies?
"Ice Bucket" Challenge Shines Light on ALS
From Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to our neighbors' front lawn, it seems people everywhere are taking the ALS "ice bucket" challenge in an effort to raise awareness and money to help fight ALS. Raising more than $100 million to date, the challenge has been a huge success for the ALS Association, … [Read more...] about "Ice Bucket" Challenge Shines Light on ALS
Decoding the Language of the Brain
The brian is an extraordinary thing. A highly specialized organ that is responsible for everything that happens in our bodies, from thoughts to movement. The brain has several different parts and each has a unique job to do. Made up of nerve cells that interact with the body through the spinal cord … [Read more...] about Decoding the Language of the Brain
How Long Term Stress Really Effects Our Brains
There is no doubt that everyone experiences stress from time to time. We live in a fast-paced world, always on the go and the demands of work and family can feel tremendous. Our brain is wonderfully adept at handling stress in the short-term rather perfectly. But what happens to our brain when we … [Read more...] about How Long Term Stress Really Effects Our Brains
Help for Sleep Apnea Through Chiropractic Neurology
Sleep disorders are among the most commonly reported health problems in the US today. In fact, at least 40 million people suffer from sleep disorders ranging from insomnia to more serious conditions such as sleep apnea. Potentially serious in nature, sleep apnea is a chronic health problem that is … [Read more...] about Help for Sleep Apnea Through Chiropractic Neurology
TMJ: The Brain-Body Connection
TMJ, or temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders, are a group of conditions that cause pain and dysfunction in the lower jaw joint and the muscles that control jaw movement. More common in women than men, there are an estimated 10 million people who suffer from TMJ in the United States today and … [Read more...] about TMJ: The Brain-Body Connection
Shedding New Light on Scoliosis and Treatment Plans
Scoliosis is a condition that most people are somewhat aware of from a young age. For many years, elementary age children have been tested for scoliosis in school. And while the testing is typical in school age children, scoliosis can affect people of all ages including into adulthood. While … [Read more...] about Shedding New Light on Scoliosis and Treatment Plans