Blogs by Dr. Blair Schmaus
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Other Possible Reasons Why You Have Neck Pain
Complaints about upper neck pain, or generalized neck pain is very common, especially in adults. In fact, once a year, there's an estimated 1 out of 3 people get affected by this health concern. Some may be harmless and superficial and go away on their own. It is rarely life-threatening. But in some cases, it becomes a recurring pain and might cause concern. Others may even require medical attention. There are several reasons why neck pain happens, and the reason behind it usually differs for every person. Sometimes the cause may be rooting from the spine, or it could be [...]
Addressing Meniere’s Can Help Resolve Your Vertigo
Meniere's disease is a disorder in the inner ear that leads to vertigo attacks as well as fluctuating hearing loss and tinnitus. During an attack of Meniere's disease, fluid tends to build up in the inner ear, which can cause pressure on nerves and result in vertigo and symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and headaches. This may seem like a simple problem that will pass without intervention, but you shouldn’t be so confident. Problems in the inner ear can cause long-term damage to permanent disability if ignored. Hence it is crucial to be alert and have the initiative to get checked [...]
Migraine Timeline: The Progression of An Episode
Migraine is a neurological condition that afflicts about 35 million Americans each year. Contrary to popular belief, it's not a simple head throbbing but rather a set of symptoms. Studies have yet to find its root cause but have found several possible triggers, including weather changes, hormonal fluctuations, stress, and dehydration. Additionally, research work has revealed that migraine episodes tend to have a pattern of progression. Some patients who visit a chiropractor for migraines share similar symptoms and experiences, especially during the four distinct phases of an episode. Are you familiar with these phases? How much do you know about [...]
7 False Beliefs About Neck Pain
The Internet has helped people access a massive amount of knowledge on different things, including popular remedies for common problems like neck pain. Sadly, it has also become a source of misinformation because of unverified accounts and the lack of control over the pieces of content published online. Because of this, some individuals fail to get the help they need from professionals like doctors who provide chiropractic atlas adjustments, physical therapists, and even rheumatologists. To help you avoid getting stuck in a similar situation, we gathered the top seven misleading beliefs about neck pain. #1. Only manual workers suffer from [...]