What is hormonal migraine? Hormonal migraine is a specific type of migraine that is closely linked to hormonal changes in the body. To understand what hormonal migraine is, it is important to have a basic knowledge of migraine in general. Migraine is not just an ordinary headache; it is a complex…
Back pain: Not just a man’s issue Back pain is not limited to any one gender, but there are some differences in how women and men experience and manage it. In this section, we will review the unique aspects of back pain in women and why it is important to take…
Introduction to heel spurs in children Heel spur is a condition involving pain and inflammation of the heel. It is usually associated with overuse and repeated stresses on the heel and its fascia, the structure that surrounds the muscles and supports the arch of the foot. In children and adolescents, heel…
What are chronic headaches? Chronic headache is a term used to describe a form of headache that recurs regularly over an extended period of time, usually at least 15 days a month for three months. There are different types of chronic headaches, including tension-type headaches, migraines and Horton’s headaches. The causes of chronic headaches can…
Understanding the link between headaches and stress Before going into details about how stress can cause headaches, let’s first understand the basis of this relationship. Stress is the body’s reaction to strain and can activate a range of physiological and psychological responses. These reactions can in turn affect different parts of our body, including muscles,…
What you need to know about torticollis in children Torticollis, also known as acute torticollis or twisted neck, is a condition where the neck muscles become inflamed and painful. Torticollis can also affect children, and it is important to understand the differences in how it affects them compared to adults. …
Introduction to Frozen Shoulder Frozen shoulder is a condition characterized by gradually decreasing mobility of the shoulder joint due to inflammation and thickening of the joint capsule. It can be painful and affect your daily life and function. The right exercises are a key component in managing this condition and regaining…
What is Torticollis ? If you suddenly become stiff and have pain in your neck, you may have torticollis . The muscles around the neck and throat can start to cramp and lock the neck, making it difficult to move your head. Neck pain affects most people at some point in…
Introduction to heel spurs and the importance of self-care To understand how to best care for heel spurs , it is important to know what the condition is. Heel spurs are an inflammation of the tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, known as the plantar fascia. This tissue…
Introduction to Calcific tendinitis and Frozen Shoulder What is calcific tendinitis? Definition of calcific tendinitis Calcific tendinitis means that there has been calcification in or around the muscle tendons in the shoulder joint. Most often it is the supraspinatus tendon that calcifies, but the long biceps tendon can also…
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