You already know you are not alone if you have headaches. Nine out of ten Americans have them. Some are frequent, others less, and some cause tiring pain and nausea. What do you do when you have a headache that is pounding? Do you wait for it to go away on your own? Lie down?…
To heat or to Ice? Santa Clara expert breaks it down.
When to use heat vs ice Heat Heat dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow, increasing the amount of nutrients and oxygen around the localized area it is placed on. It also increases the rate toxins are removed from the site of injury, allowing muscles to relax. Heat packs also confuse sensory nerves decreasing…
What is TMD? Santa Clara Expert explains.
What is TMD? TMD or Temporomandibular Disorder is a condition where the sliding hinge joint between the temporal bone and Mandible is damaged leading to pain around the jaw and ear, difficulty chewing, and locking of the jaw. The Temporal Mandibular Joint controls the lower jaw’s movement and is responsible for our chewing motions. This…
ACA Enrollment
Regardless of your political stance, no one can deny that healthcare in the United States is one of the most confusing topics in our political atmosphere. However, if you do qualify for the Affordable Care Act, 2018 enrollment is currently open. The enrollment period is: November 1st- December 15th of 2017. Enroll here ACA Some…
Decoding Annoying Pain: What your Body may be trying to tell you.
“Pain it’s the last symptom to show up and the first symptom to go away” Typically patients come in thinking that their pain is the thing that has been interfering with their life, but really pain can be indicative of so much more. Back pain: Did you know that your lower back pain could…