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Manage Migraines in The New Year
Migraines, Headaches 5 min read

Manage Migraines in The New Year

Migraine headaches can be incredibly debilitating, causing intense pain and other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, and even changes in your vision and visual field. If you have lived with head pain and migraines, the last thing you want is to experience them in 2023.  Migraine sufferers can experience chronic […]

January 26, 2023
‘Tis the Season for a Migraine
Headaches, Migraines 5 min read

‘Tis the Season for a Migraine

Holiday office parties. Getting Christmas cards together. Grocery shopping. Gift shopping. Gift wrapping. Decorating. Holiday happy hours.  All of these things can contribute to holiday headaches. And not just proverbially – we mean it quite literally: The holidays are stressful, and stress can mean actual head pain.  What Is a Stress Headache? Stress is defined […]

December 12, 2022
When Ear Pain Isn’t
Ear Issues, TMJ 5 min read

When Ear Pain Isn’t

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) consists of three bones – two small upper ones and one larger lower bone called the condyle. This joint allows you to open and close your mouth. If it becomes damaged or worn out, pain can occur. TMJ disorders are very common and can go away without treatment. However, some people […]

November 14, 2022
Don’t Sleep on These Subtle Signs- Children with OSA
Child Development and Prevention, Mouth Breathing 5 min read

Don’t Sleep on These Subtle Signs- Children with OSA

What is different about children with OSA? Obstructive sleep apnea (also known as OSA) occurs when a person’s airway collapses during sleep. This causes snoring and interrupted breathing. In some cases, people stop breathing entirely, causing loud gasping or choking sounds as the person is roused from sleep. In many cases, the person with OSA […]

October 28, 2022
Allergy Season Is Upon Us
Headaches 4 min read

Allergy Season Is Upon Us

Crisp leaves. Trees changing colors. Pumpkin spice lattes. And achoo!  Achoo!  A — choo! Ah, yes. Fall’s here. Also known as allergy season for many people.  If the change of seasons brings sneezes, congestion and sinus headaches, this blog is for you.  Fall and Allergies What are your fall allergies?  Pollen. Mold. Dust mites. Dog […]

October 12, 2022
Breathing Bad? Mouth Vs Nasal Breathing
Mouth Breathing, Sleep Apnea 6 min read

Breathing Bad? Mouth Vs Nasal Breathing

Breathing is kind of a natural body function, right? So you probably don’t think much about it. But do you know that you can actually breathe incorrectly? Breathing correctly is very important to your health and well-being. It’s also essential for the proper functioning of your heart, lungs, brain, muscles and many other organs in […]

September 12, 2022
Change of Seasons Mean A Change in Sleep?
Sleep Apnea 6 min read

Change of Seasons Mean A Change in Sleep?

Summer is many people’s favorite season. Schedules slow down, and we can take vacations, visit with friends and enjoy all the season has to offer before fall comes back around. Summer means later nights, indulging in our favorite foods (and drinks) and general relaxation. But, as with anything, there’s a price to pay for too […]

September 2, 2022
Summertime Sadness
Headaches 4 min read

Summertime Sadness

You may look forward to the fun and activities of summer each year. Pool parties, vacations and barbecues are just a few of the things that we look forward to each year But, what if you’re experiencing headaches regularly?  If you’re living with head pain, none of the things we mentioned will be any fun. […]

August 19, 2022
Bad Behavior Before Bedtime
Sleep Apnea 5 min read

Bad Behavior Before Bedtime

Obstructive sleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disorders.  According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, nearly 30 million U.S. adults have obstructive sleep apnea; about 23.5 million of those cases are undiagnosed. It can be caused by the collapse of soft tissue in your throat, which blocks airflow during sleep. The […]

May 25, 2022
Is TMD NBD?
Locking Jaw 5 min read

Is TMD NBD?

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is a jaw joint condition that can cause a range of concerning symptoms, including severe pain. But perhaps the scariest side effect of the condition is a locked jaw, which happens when the small cartilage disc between the upper and lower jaws slips or moves out of place.  If you have […]

May 10, 2022