Meniere’s disease (MD) is a problem of the inner ear that is known for: A spinning sensation (vertigo) Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) Hearing loss A feeling of congestion in the affected ear Abnormal headache Nausea and vomiting Sweating Drop attacks can also occur. This basically means you suddenly fall to the ground but do [...]
Migraines can be debilitating for those who suffer from them. It is important to know as much information as possible in order to find the best way to cope with the pain. There are some little-known facts about migraines that it is important to be aware of. Let’s take a look at two of these. [...]
Migraines are an extremely common neurological condition. One in every four households across the United States includes someone who suffers from migraines. For many of those people, a high level of stress can either bring on an attack or make one even worse. Daily stress is impossible to eliminate entirely, but there are some habits [...]
Meniere’s disease is a condition of the inner ear and is known for: Vertigo – a false sensation of movement Tinnitus – ringing in the ears Temporary hearing loss that may become permanent if not cared for Dizziness Nausea and possible vomiting Most people diagnosed with Meniere’s disease fall into the age range of 20 [...]
Migraines are an extremely common neurological condition. One in every four households across the United States includes someone who suffers from migraines. For many of those people, a high level of stress can either bring on an attack or make one even worse. Daily stress is impossible to eliminate entirely, but there are some habits [...]
Vertigo and Your Vestibular System Spinning Unbalanced Tilting Swaying These are all words that people with vertigo have used to describe their experience. Other than the sensation of movement, a vertigo attack may be accompanied by symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headaches, ringing in the ears, and abnormal eye movements. How Does the Body Balance? [...]
When coping with migraines, you might find yourself in a vicious cycle of turning to medications for pain relief. While this relief is certainly needed, the overuse of the medications designed to relieve pain might stop helping and actually start causing more headaches. Additionally, the overuse of medications designed for acute head pain episodes can [...]
Blood tests are a common way to diagnose various medical conditions. However, there has never been a blood test that could identify spinning before. Researchers at UConn Health have recently discovered a particular protein in the blood that can be used as an indicator of vertigo. That means if testing goes well, just such a [...]
Migraines are number 3 on the list of the world’s most common illnesses. In the US, approximately 12% of people suffer from migraines, the great majority being female. However, it is also estimated that as much as half of migraine cases go undiagnosed. Some chalk that fact, and the disproportionate number of women with migraines, [...]
Vertigo is a very common problem, especially as a person gets older. In fact, about 40% of people over the age of 40 will experience spinning at some point. This particular form of dizziness can make the room seem like it’s spinning. In most cases, vertigo only lasts for a few minutes. Vertigo that continues [...]
Do you experience headaches that began following a traumatic event such as an accident or injury involving a concussion or whiplash? If so, your headaches may be a result of the injury suffered. But that doesn’t mean you have to learn to live with them. Let’s take a look at how such an injury can [...]
Startling Vertigo Facts Revealed Vertigo is common health condition that results in the feeling that the room is spinning. For those over 40, approximately 40% will have at least one bout with vertigo, and some will experience ongoing issues. Here are a few things you may be surprised to learn about vertigo. Vertigo Facts It [...]
In 2012, the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine reported on a case study involving migraines and the Blair upper cervical technique. What were the results of the study, and what can it mean for migraine sufferers? A Case Study The woman in the study was 39 years of age and was experiencing both migraines and tremors. [...]
