A Real Pain In The Neck: Pinched Nerves
The word “pinch” doesn’t usually bring a smile to our faces. In fact, it probably makes us think “ouch!” A pinched nerve is caused by too much pressure from surrounding tissues. The compression irritates the nerve and interrupts its ability to function properly. Pinched nerves most commonly occur in the neck or back (sciatica) and…
Read MoreSomebody’s Watching Me, It’s My Anxiety
What is anxiety? Anxiety is defined in the psychiatric literature as “a mental condition characterized by excessive apprehensiveness about real or perceived threats, typically leading to avoidance behaviors and often to physical symptoms such as increased heart rate and muscle tension.” However, what is causing such a surge in this feeling in people, especially youths…
Read MoreApril Showers Bring… Allergies!
When spring rolls around many people get excited over the thought of warmer weather and longer days. However, those who suffer from allergies mainly dread the thought of runny noses and itchy eyes. They never stop to smell the roses because the consequences would be unbearable for them. When people are super sensitive to pollen…
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