Have you been diagnosed with Myofascial Pain Syndrome and are unsure on how to treat the neck pain associated with it? Myofascial pain is defined as a disorder in which the connective tissue surrounding your muscles, known as fascia, becomes tight or damaged. Many people [...]
While the most common causes of constant headaches are stress and tension leading to musculoskeletal headache, specialists red flag persistent headaches that become chronic after a car accident. Because we are all unique, not everyone presents in the same way. If you suffered from headaches [...]
Neck pain specialists see more and more patients needing relief from neck pain caused by stress. It is not surprising after the year we have had – levels of stress have skyrocketed in 2020 thanks to COVID-19 and the financial implications of the pandemic. While [...]
Head & Neck Pain expert, Dr. Andrew Smith offers headache sufferers three easy tips for helping reduce the frequency and intensity of chronic headaches!
With most Americans working and schooling from home these days, it's SO important to keep our necks stretched and posture on point. Take a listen to these 2 easy and effective exercises from Dr. Andrew Smith, head and neck pain expert at The Head And [...]
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are treated in various ways, ranging from simple pain management to surgery. Here, we take a look at some of the treatments that are commonly used and explain which of them is best. Pain management In some cases, depending on the severity of [...]
Persistent headaches can be prevalent during pregnancy, particularly during the first trimester. If you are experiencing them, you will be looking for possible solutions to help prevent or ease the pain. Below, our headache doctors highlight what causes pregnancy headaches and how you can find [...]
TMJD can cause plenty of pain and discomfort, and symptoms can vary from mild to severe. It is recommended that you seek the advice from a doctor who is a specialist regarding TMJD treatment options. However, considering the current state of the world in light [...]
Commonly referred to as a ‘pinched nerve’, cervical radiculopathy is can be a painful condition. It occurs when a nerve in the neck is compressed or irritated, branching away from the spinal cord. Cervical radiculopathy mostly occurs in people with the highest risk being the [...]
Your jawbone connects to your skull at a pair of joints known as the temporomandibular joints (also known as ‘‘TMJs’), which are in front of your ears, allowing you to open and close your mouth. With your jawbone holding your teeth and gums, your jaw [...]
