Why Does my Jaw Hurt?

Why Does my Jaw Hurt?

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, known as TMD, is a prominent label for the different kinds of jaw pain. TMD is defined by problems with the joints or muscles of your jaw. The temporomandibular joint is the joint that connects your jaw to the temporal bones in your...
Migraines in Adolescents

Migraines in Adolescents

Many children who suffer from migraines have to skip school because of their pain. They end up missing school events and staying home, bedridden. The bright lights, loud sounds, and constant motion at school intensify their pain, making school an optimal place for...
Migraines and Vertigo

Migraines and Vertigo

About 30-50% of those who suffer from migraines experience dizziness or spinning during their headaches or migraines. These symptoms can be a precursor to headaches, or they can become most severe during the middle of a migraine episode. The symptoms can last anywhere...
When do I need to go to the ER?

When do I need to go to the ER?

There are roughly 1.2 million migraine-related ER visits every year in the US. More than a quarter of these visits result in a re-visit within 6 months due to headache pain. 80% of the patients do not see a physician, or physical therapist, or visit any headache...
Migraines, Headaches, and Car Accidents

Migraines, Headaches, and Car Accidents

What is the risk of suffering from migraines after experiencing a car accident? Some people complain that their headaches worsen after the accident while others complain that their headaches are a new symptom which did not exist before the accident. Your migraine...