A migraine is a serious chronic condition where a person has a severe headache lasting anywhere from hours to days. It can be felt on either side of the head, temples, and even behind the…
Migraine
Learn about migraines, their causes, common symptoms, triggers, and the best treatment options to relieve pain and prevent future attacks.
How To Treat Cluster Headaches
When treating chronic headaches, the first step is to identify what type of headache you have. Cluster headaches are characterized as a constant burning or piercing in the head usually behind the eye, and often…
Difference Between Headaches and Migraines
Approximately 37 million people in the United States suffer from migraines, and of these individuals, roughly 5 million experience at least one migraine a month. Physical pain on one or both sides of the head…
The 7 Most Common Types of Neck Injury
If your car was rear-ended two days ago, and you wake up with neck pain, the cause is obvious: you’re likely suffering from whiplash. Other times the cause of your neck injury can be more…
Your Body in Extreme Heat
Everyone who has survived a summer in the United States knows that temperatures can easily exceed 100 degrees. Natives may brush it off saying “at least it’s a dry heat,” but extreme heat actually has…
Headaches After Exercise
Exercise is extremely vital to our health. It keeps our hearts healthy, lowers our risk of diseases, and can even release pain-relieving endorphins that can help patients suffering from chronic pain. However, instead of feeling…
Migraines and Monsoons
Last month, we wrote on the topic of headaches and dehydration, especially during the hot summer months. But with the monsoon season in full swing, the changes in weather also bring what some have dubbed as…
Headaches and Dehydration
Headaches are often thought of occurring as a sign of a larger problem, and in most cases, this is true. Headaches frequently accompany colds, flu, chronic pain, and even food poisoning. However, sometimes headaches occur…
Check the Rare and Extreme Migraine Types
Migraines affect more than 14 percent of adults in the United States, severe headaches that are sometimes accompanied by problems with vision, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. However, migraines in other parts of the body can…
For Headaches and Migraines Use These 5 Essential Oils
Understanding Essential Oils Essential oils are highly concentrated liquids that consist of a plant’s leaves, stems, flowers, bark, roots, or other components. Aromatherapy also includes essential oils that, through sensory stimuli (scent), can give health…