Parkinson’s disease is a condition that is neurological in origin. It is chronic, progressive, and long-lasting. It results in dying brain cells, in particular, the neurotransmitters responsible for releasing the chemical dopamine. This causes problems with motor skills. Symptoms can vary for each person diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The following are often present in someone […]
Chronic fatigue is not to be confused with fibromyalgia. The two conditions are similar in some ways and they can both be helped by upper cervical chiropractic care; however, they are entirely different conditions. Chronic fatigue causes those who suffer from it to have extreme exhaustion not relieved by any amount of rest. There was […]
Recently, the movie “Concussion” has made people more aware of this serious health condition. The movie alerts us to the reality of how concussions impact not only professional athletes, including football players, but the general public, too. In fact, according to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), as many as 4 million people […]
Babies are precious. They bring much joy to their parent's lives. Moms want to be especially careful during their pregnancy to ensure the health of their baby. Correct prenatal care can not only be beneficial for you and your baby, but it can also help your delivery go smoothly. So, if you are a mom-to-be, […]
It seems as if almost everyone has had an experience with back pain at one time or another. It is among the leading causes of doctors visits, disability, and missed work days. It may sound odd, but there is a big chance that the problem in your middle or lower back is linked to a […]
By the time a third of Americans reach the age of 50, they have already been afflicted with some type of neck and/or back pain. The neck has a huge responsibility of supporting the weight of the head and keeping it balanced. It also has a great range of motion, allowing the head to turn […]
It may surprise you to find out that nearly 20 percent of chronic headache conditions are related to issues with the neck, according to The News-Press. This type of a headache is referred to as a cervicogenic headache. Not only is the neck involved but often posture plays a role. It doesn’t seem to matter […]
If the median nerve, the central nerve of the wrist, is put under pressure, carpal tunnel syndrome can be the end result. There are typical symptoms that people experience when they have carpal tunnel syndrome: Constant pain in the hand or wrist area Dropping things due to muscle weakness in the hand Tingling and numbness […]
We know that when we hear the term immune system, we are referring to overall health of the body. For if the immune system is worn down, the body is often sick and unhealthy. Each day more and more research is being done to give us a deeper understanding of what the body is and […]
What sort of shoulder pain are you experiencing? Are you feeling weakness in the shoulder? Do you have numbness or tingling that reaches all the way down the arm? Is it a sharp, stabbing pain? Listed below are just a few common causes of shoulder pain: Labral injuries Shoulder dislocations or separations Problems with the […]
