Do you have a sudden, intense, stabbing sensation in your cheek or jaw? If yes, this could be a sign of trigeminal neuralgia (TN). Trigeminal neuralgia, also called tic douloureux, is a neurological disorder that affects the trigeminal nerve, which is the nerve responsible for providing sensation to the face, jaw, and forehead. It is …
There are several common causes of hand and wrist pain. These include carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fractures, and tendonitis. Many patients often turn to modern medicine to manage hand and wrist pain symptoms, but alternative medicine can also be an effective treatment option. One study found that hand and wrist pain caused by …
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Do you have an overactive bladder that has repeatedly put you in an embarrassing situation? Does the loss of bladder control now become a huge health problem and social issue for you? Well, you are not alone. According to studies, almost 70% of the population experiences temporary to chronic urinary incontinence. This condition can occur …
Fatigue is an all too common problem for many adults and seniors. In fact, research suggests that almost half of the general population experiences this lethargic condition. Fortunately, fatigue is self-limiting and may be resolved with proper rest, nutrition, or by treating the underlying medical condition that causes it (e.g., anemia). However, there are instances …
Acupuncture was first used and introduced in China as a form of traditional medicine thousands of years ago. However, its relevance in the medical field, specifically in pain management, still reverberates until now, in the 21st century. There might be limited use of this procedure in Western medicine, but that doesn’t stop it from outperforming …
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Menstrual cramps, which is medically termed as dysmenorrhea, affects an astounding 95 percent of women who have monthly periods, according to the journal Human Reproductive Update. Also known as period pain, this level of discomfort varies from the annoying to severely painful, which could disrupt a woman’s activities. The causes of menstrual cramps are different …
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Did you know that of the 5 types of low back pain, only one type can be helped by “back cracking”? Low back pain could be caused by many underlying conditions. The five common causes include reduced mobility, reduced stability, herniated disc, spinal stenosis, and sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction. In this blog post, we will …
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For more than 2,000 years, Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) using herbs has provided help and relief among many communities across Asia. The majority of Chinese herbal medicines have anti-inflammatory properties, but some of these herbs are far more effective than others. According to Scientific Reports, Chinese herbal medicines that can treat inflammatory conditions are called …
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Also known as new age, holistic, or complementary medicine, alternative medicine describes the age-old treatment procedures that are now considered to be outside of modern medicine. Despite the connotations, many patients prefer alternative medicine to modern medicine. Some health care professionals may even use alternative medical methods with modern procedures to help their patients. Here …
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Neck pain has many causes and experts say it is rarely a symptom of a more pressing problem. However, neck pain may be prolonged, severe, and extremely uncomfortable. It may also trigger headaches, dizziness, or nausea and vomiting. At least 86.8 percent of the general population experience neck pain. According to the Best Practice & …
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