It might seem like an open-ended question, but it is an important one. Chronic pain can rule the world around you, and that’s no way to live your life. If you have ever experienced pain or a pop when yawning, talking, or chewing it is called temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). The TMJ is the area […]
We discussed this topic several years ago, but we feel it is important to revisit it again. There are numerous myths out there about sleep apnea. And, these myths might be preventing people from getting the care they need. So, sit back, relax, and let’s bust through some of those common myths and misconceptions about […]
Has your child ever said, “Mom, my head hurts”? Odds are you’ve heard this before and it often worries you. Headaches are common in children, occurring in children as young as two or three years old with the vast majority being benign and manageable with proper treatment. Tension Headaches The most common type among children […]
Don’t hold back–the longer you wait, the worse it can get. We talked about the deadly Hoboken train crash, which was caused by undiagnosed sleep apnea. So, with that being said, why haven’t you sought treatment yet? Sleep apnea is a potentially life-threatening condition where breathing stops and starts repeatedly throughout the night. With more […]
Affecting nearly 75 million Americans, high blood pressure is a known risk factor for stroke and heart disease. The American Heart Association has put together blood pressure recommendations to help people remain healthy, while avoiding hypotension or hypertension: Hypotension (too low): Lower than 90/60 mm Hg Normal: Lower than 120/80 mm Hg Prehypertension: 120/80 to […]