Migraines can be a debilitating condition that contributes to significant losses in productivity and quality of life. Migraine is the most common neurological condition in the developed world, with a prevalence greater than diabetes, epilepsy, and asthma combined.1 It is interesting to read about people in the limelight, such as professional athletes and musicians, who […]
Vertigo is frequently the result of an inner ear problem. Some of the most common causes of vertigo include1: BPPV Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo occurs when small particles of calcium clog the canals of the inner ear. Since the inner ear is responsible for sending signals to the brain about head and body position and […]
What is Post-Concussion Syndrome? Post-concussion syndrome (PCS) is a condition that can last for weeks or months following a head injury. The injury does not necessarily have to be severe to cause post-concussion syndrome. In fact, there doesn’t appear to be a link between the severity of a head injury and the chances of developing […]
The medical profession has unfortunately had no better success at determining the cause of vertigo than a simple coin toss. It is reported that there is only a 50/50 chance that the specific cause of spinning can be identified. When a cause is able to be determined, it is often related to a minor to […]
Anyone who suffers from chronic headaches understands how much it impacts daily life. Migraines and other headache types can be difficult to classify or diagnose, and the stress of not knowing when the next episode might occur can also be very debilitating. Treatment options can be confusing and may not provide the relief that so […]
Chronic dizziness or imbalance is not only unpleasant to experience, but it can also have a significant impact on the ability of a person to function day-to-day. Activities that are typically thought of to be simple tasks, such as dressing or bathing, can become difficult or impossible for the person suffering from the effects of […]
Text Neck: A Common Problem Today In a November 2014 article in the Washington Post, a phenomenon known as “text neck” was touted as an epidemic. In a generation where younger and younger people have access to cell phones and other devices, “text neck” has become a much more prevalent condition. Mobile technology-induced head, neck, […]
The number of people in America that suffer other types of headaches is surprising alone. It is estimated that approximately 45 million people live with chronic headaches, and of those 45 million, 28 million suffer from migraines. More Migraine Facts There are other facts about migraine that may also be surprising to learn about. Migraine […]
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), or the sudden feeling that either you are spinning or the world around you is spinning, is one of the most common causes of vertigo. These episodes can range anywhere from brief, mild episodes, to extreme dizziness. Signs and Symptoms of BPPV A person suffering with BPPV may experience the […]
Migraines in McKinney TX Anyone that lives with chronic headaches knows how difficult it can be to go through day to day living, not knowing when the next episode will occur. An estimated 46% of adults worldwide have an active migraine or headache disorder. Since the exact mechanism that causes migraines to occur is still […]
