Osteoarthritis is one of the most common forms of arthritis, described as a degenerative joint disease. This disease affects both women and men equally. Although, women over the age of 50 are for more likely to develop OA than men. Men are however still at great risk....
We have all had those days when we struggle with a stiff back, and a herniated disk is no joke. Back pain can range from a mild discomfort to an intense pain, whether it be from lifting heavy weights in the gym or sitting at a desk for 12 hours. As the discs in our...
One of the most common questions amongst people diagnosed with this disease is "Can you die with lupus?" To answer that question, lets dig into a little more detail about Lupus as a disease. Lupus is more common in women than in men and as many as 1 in every 250 women...
Did you know that nearly 50 million Americans suffer from knee pain? The knee is the largest joint in our body and one of the most complex. We rely on our knees to stand, walk, run and even sit. They ensure our movement and mobility. Looking after our knees is very...
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache. It can cause mild to moderate pain in the neck, head and eyes. Patients describing these headaches all tend to agree that it feels like a tight band around the head. The majority of people who suffer from tension...
Leg pain comes in various forms. It may range from a meek annoyance or pain that comes and goes over time. It may even become incapacitating pain which makes it impossible to even sleep, let alone walk or engage in everyday activities. Patients often describe it as...
Did you know that 91% of people miss work or cannot function normally during a migraine attack? Migraine studies estimate that 13% of adults in the U.S. population have migraine with 2 - 3 million being chronic sufferers. Migraines occur most often in people between...
Fibromyalgia causes widespread pain to an estimated 5.8 million people in the United States today. This disease is categorized a musculoskeletal disorder which is known to amplify the way the brain processes pain. Fibromyalgia will typically begin after some type of...
Besides a growing belly, woman who are pregnant have a higher risk of developing migraines. These chronic pregnancy headaches are one of the most common complaints and discomforts experienced by pregnant woman. Migraine headaches are different from stress or tension...
Fibromyalgia is a common and chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain. This disorder affects 2% -8% of the general population. Roughly one-quarter of those suffering from this disorder are work disabled. The condition is known to affect mostly...
