Blogs by Dr. Bill Davis
What is Surfer’s Neck? Let’s Get to the Facts
Riding along the waves is fun and games for many surfers until upper neck pain kicks in. Like every other sport, surfing also comes with consequences that might affect a surfer's performance and life outside the activity. The tissues of your neck work together to keep you still above water. However, these parts can experience severe stress or strain from too much paddling or unforeseen wipeout, leading to an unfortunate number of people no longer enjoying their favorite pastime due to soreness on top of muscle aches. Don't give up on surfing just yet! Surfer's Neck is a common injury [...]
Diagnosing Fibromyalgia with a Blood Test – Is It Possible?
When you browse through case studies about fibromyalgia chiropractic, you can easily see a recurring trend among patients – having a lengthy diagnosis period. Most of them spend years going in and out of clinics to get an accurate diagnosis. Thankfully, with a promising breakthrough in fibromyalgia care, patients can soon quickly determine if they have the pain disorder. Recently, researchers at the Ohio State University (OSU) have experimented on diagnosing fibromyalgia with a blood test. So, how does it work? And what does it mean for patients experiencing some of the critical signs of fibromyalgia? Testing for Fibromyalgia [...]
Why Do Fibromyalgia Patients Feel Muscle Tingling or Numbness?
It’s a lovely day, and you’re off to work as usual. Despite the unexplainable fatigue and widespread pain you feel, you managed to drag yourself out of bed and prepare for another day. Then, out of the blue, a wave of other unpleasant sensations came rolling in. You feel your muscles tingle. Some areas also feel a bit numb. But, as someone who has been undergoing fibromyalgia chiropractic care or other fibromyalgia remedies, you’re no stranger to all these things. While such tingling or numbing symptoms have been a part of your life for quite a while, it won’t be [...]
Chronic Fatigue vs. Fibromyalgia: Signs, Symptoms and More
Many people find it pretty tough to tell apart chronic fatigue from fibromyalgia. That’s because their symptoms appear quite similar. So, how do you know for sure if you have CFS or fibromyalgia? What are the distinguishing features of both disorders? Can you manage them both with natural remedies like upper cervical care? Similarities of CFS and Fibromyalgia When seeking doctor assistance or upper cervical care for any ailment, the first thing you need to do is list the symptoms you experience. This will help the attending healthcare professional to gauge your condition and narrow down the root cause. [...]
What Does A Sinus Infection Headache Feel Like?
Headaches tend to come in different forms. They also get triggered by varying health conditions, including sinus infections. As a result, finding an effective way to relieve the pain tends to be tricky for some. To know if remedies like chiropractic atlas adjustment can help you, we suggest trying to get to know a bit more about your symptoms and the reason behind them. For example, how do you know if your headaches stem from a sinus infection or a completely different health condition? What are tell-tale signs you need to observe? Let’s take a closer look at how sinus [...]
All About Migraines: A Comprehensive Q&A Post
What Are Migraines? Migraines are a condition where the affected individual may experience moderate to severe headaches on one side of their head, including throbbing pain in the lower back of the head. This neurological disorder is relatively common and may affect anyone regardless of age. Migraines can be episodic or chronic. When a migraine is episodic, attacks only last less than 15 days in a 30-day period. It is chronic if it lasts more than 30 days. Regardless of the migraine type, migraines can get in the way of any affected individual’s daily routines. What Causes Migraines? Migraines [...]
Scientists Say Back Belts Don’t Prevent Back Injury
Back pain is a painful feeling, ranging from a dull ache to a sharp, intense pain in the back. In the U.S. alone, chronic back pain is the sixth most expensive condition a person can have. Back pain due to an injury can affect not only adults but also adolescents and even kids. Back pain should be taken seriously as it can negatively impact an affected person’s everyday life. Throughout the years, back belts, otherwise known as back supports and even abdominal belts, have emerged in the market, claiming to prevent back injuries on the wearer. While these back belts [...]
Understanding Vertigo, Motor Output, and The Vestibular System
Upper cervical chiropractic practitioners help vertigo thousands of patients each year. That’s because vertigo remains an everyday health complaint in the US. While it’s not exactly a specific disorder, it can cause debilitating effects that could persist for a few minutes to several hours. Unfortunately, until today, vertigo’s root cause remains quite vague. The only certain thing that doctors and researchers know so far is that the dizzying or spinning sensations often stem from a problem with the vestibular system and the body’s motor output. Not sure what these two things are? Make sure to read on so you can [...]
The Pandemic and Worsening Migraines and Headaches
The global health crisis has undoubtedly shaken the world to its core. Worst of all, it has exacerbated common health problems like a migraine episode and a throbbing headache on top of the head. Chances are, you’re among the thousands struggling with more severe bouts of headaches. According to a report, headache frequency has significantly increased in 2020 compared to the previous two years. Headache specialists also claim that most of their patients have observed worse symptoms of headaches and migraines. Have you ever wondered what’s causing this turn of events? Have you been struggling with more frequent and intense [...]
How Vitamin D and Calcium Help with Vertigo
Vertigo is indeed a widespread health concern that affects millions of people in the USA alone. If you’re no stranger to the horrible spinning sensation that it causes, chances are, you have been actively searching for ways to cope. Often, patients seek medical intervention or natural relief options like going to a chiropractor for vertigo to lessen the attacks. Interestingly, recent findings show another potential remedy that you can try – taking vitamin D and calcium supplements for vertigo relief. Evidence on Calcium and Vitamin D for Vertigo Relief Just recently, the Neurology journal published a study investigating the [...]