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Temporomandibular joint disorders, more commonly known as TMJ, are usually the result of inflamed and painful chewing muscles around your jaw. For some, it’s a once-in-a-while issue that can come from too much chewing, like indulging in a piece of gum all afternoon. For others, however, TMJ disorder can be a chronic issue that results in constant pain and discomfort. For most people, pain in the area of the jaw joint or muscles does not signal a serious problem. Below are the natural remedies for TMJ disorders . The causes of TMJ disorder is relatively subjective, but may be linked to stress fractures, an imperfect bite, tooth grinding or tooth clenching related to stress. Luckily, a TMJ massage can act as an effective, non-medicinal way to relieve chronic TMJ pain. Here are some tips that can help you address the underlying issues no matter what the cause. Strengthening exercises are best to perform between TMJ flare-ups. During times of intense pain, they can make the pain worse. Her...

Still, researchers aren’t sure why women have a higher risk for developing fibromyalgia than men. The only way to test for it is to rule out other possible conditions. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes fatigue, widespread pain, and tenderness throughout the body. The condition affects both sexes, although women are far more likely to develop fibromyalgia. Between 80 and 90 percent of people who get a diagnosis are women, according to the National Institutes of Health. Sometimes men receive a misdiagnosis because they may describe fibromyalgia symptoms differently.  Women often report higher pain intensity than men. The reasons behind this may be related to hormones, immune system differences, or genes. Read on to learn how different fibromyalgia symptoms and what is the effects of fibromyalgia in women . Symptoms of fibromyalgia    The primary symptoms of fibromyalgia are:   Widespread pain throughout the body   A heightened, painful response to pr...

 Fibromyalgia is more common in women than men, who may experience symptoms differently. For example, women tend to report higher levels of pain, and they often have additional symptoms, such as heavy or painful menstruation. Fibromyalgia symptoms vary from person to person. Some describe the pain as sharp and shooting, while others report a dull ache. Many doctors dismissed people with fibromyalgia. Because the disease was so poorly understood, these doctors mistakenly believed that symptoms were faked. Some analysts speculate that this may be because doctors historically tended to disregard women’s pain. In this article, we explore the effects of fibromyalgia in Women . We also describe the common treatments. Stronger menstrual pain in women with fibromyalgia Menstrual period cramps can be mild or painful, depending on the woman. In a report by the National Fibromyalgia Association, women with the condition have more painful periods than usual. Sometimes the pain fluctuates with ...

 Scoliosis is a spine condition that occurs when the spine curves or twists to the side. This can pull the ribcage out of position and put strain on the muscles of the back, causing pain and discomfort. Scoliosis isn’t a rare condition. About 7 million people in the United States develop some form of scoliosis that could need treatment from a specialist. Although it often appears in children, scoliosis can develop at any time. People who have this condition may: be born with it (congenital) develop it as a young child (early onset) develop it as an older child or teenager (adolescent idiopathic) develop it as an adult (degenerative or de novo) Below are some simple scoliosis relief stretches you can do at home or in the gym to temporarily relieve back pain. Stretching with scoliosis is most beneficial when done on a regular basis; start with a few times a week, then work your way up. Chest Stretch Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms in front of your chest Pull your ...

 Spinal Cord is made up of small bones called vertebrae that are stacked on top of each other. It also has a natural curve that helps you bend and move. When you have scoliosis, your spine curves more than it should. It forms a "C" or "S" shape. The condition is often diagnosed during the first seven years of a child’s life. Category The largest category of scoliosis is idiopathic scoliosis, a term used to refer to cases that have no definite cause. Idiopathic scoliosis is broken down by age group: Infant: 0 to 3 years Juvenile: 4 to 10 years Adolescent: 11 to 18 years Adult: 18+ years Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is the most common. Types Doctors identify a cause for an estimated 20 percent of scoliosis cases. These consist of different types of scoliosis, including: congenital, in which spinal deformities are apparent at birth neurological, when nerve abnormalities affect muscles in the spine Scoliosis can also be categorized as either structural or nonstructur...

 It’s normal to be a little nervous about the unknown. If you haven’t tried chiropractic care before, rest assured, there is evidence that shows that chiropractic techniques such as spinal manipulation also called spinal adjustment and other forms of manual and mechanical therapy are safe and may be effective for relieving your pain and other symptoms. I encourage you to try chiropractic treatment for herniated discs . Herniated discs occur when the rubber pad that supports the spinal disc slips out of place.  Often times, the disc presses up against a nerve, which can lead to minor or excruciating pain.  A disc can herniate by stretching or moving the wrong way, lifting heavy objects improperly, getting into a car accident, or simply from getting older.  No matter how it happens, it is painful and isn’t something anyone should have to suffer from long-term.  Chiropractic Care for Herniated Discs At your first appointment, your chiropractor will take a complete ...

 Scoliosis, the medical term for curvature of the spine, affects millions of people, an estimated 2 to 3 percent of the population. The most common form is idiopathic scoliosis in which the cause is unknown, and it most commonly occurs between the ages of 10 and 18. Girls are much more likely than boys to require treatment. The severity of scoliosis and the need for scoliosis relief is determined by the angle at which the spine is out of normal alignment. Milder cases generally require no treatment. If the spinal curve is less than 25 degrees, ongoing monitoring is recommended to see if the angle is increasing. If the curve is increasing over time, or if it is between 25 and 40 degrees, treatment with bracing is used. When the angle exceeds 45 to 50 degrees, surgical correction may be necessary. Scoliosis can be classified by etiology: idiopathic, congenital or neuromuscular. Idiopathic scoliosis is the diagnosis when all other causes are excluded and comprises about 80 percent of...

 If your job or favorite hobby puts strain on your hands and wrists, you might wonder if you have carpal tunnel syndrome. Maybe you’ve got some symptoms, like tingling or numbness in your fingers, and you want to make sure it doesn’t get worse. The good news is that there’s a lot you can do to protect yourself and prevent your symptoms from getting worse. Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on your median nerve. This nerve gives you feeling in your thumb and all your fingers except your pinky. When the median nerve goes through your wrist, it passes through a narrow path -- the carpal tunnel -- that’s made of bone and ligament. If you get any swelling in your wrist, this tunnel gets squeezed and pinches your median nerve, which causes your symptoms. There’s no one, surefire way preventing carpal tunnel syndrome . But if you reduce stress and strain on your hands and wrists as much as you can, you may keep it from getting worse. What You Can Do To Help Prevent It Here are s...

 Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway surrounded by bones and ligaments on the palm side of your hand. When the median nerve is compressed, the symptoms can include numbness, tingling and weakness in the hand and arm. The anatomy of your wrist, health problems and possibly repetitive hand motions can contribute to carpal tunnel syndrome. Proper treatment usually relieve carpal tunnel syndrome and restores wrist and hand function Symptoms  Carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms usually start gradually and include: Tingling or numbness. You may notice tingling and numbness in your fingers or hand. Usually the thumb and index, middle or ring fingers are affected, but not your little finger. You might feel a sensation like an electric shock in these fingers. The sensation may travel from your wrist up your arm. These symptoms often occur while holding a steering wheel, phone or newspaper, or may wake you from sleep. M...

 A herniated discs refers to a problem with one of the rubbery cushions (disks) that sit between the individual bones (vertebrae) that stack to make your spine. A spinal disk has a soft, jellylike center (nucleus) encased in a tougher, rubbery exterior (annulus). Sometimes called a slipped disk or a ruptured disk, a herniated disk occurs when some of the nucleus pushes out through a tear in the annulus. A herniated disk, which can occur in any part of the spine, can irritate a nearby nerve. Depending on where the herniated disk is, it can result in pain, numbness or weakness in an arm or leg. Many people have no symptoms from a herniated disk. Surgery is usually not necessary to relieve the problem. Symptoms Symptoms vary greatly, depending on the position of the herniated disc and the size of the herniation. If the herniated disc is not pressing on a nerve, the patient may experience a low backache or no pain at all. If it is pressing on a nerve, there may be pain, numbness or we...

 The temporomandibular joints open, close, and move the jaw. These joints are under pressure from chewing, talking, and other motions. That means they are also a common source of pain, and muscle and joint problems. Chronic temporomandibular joint pain warrants a trip to the doctor or dentist to assess the cause. The following are the TMJ cause and treatments , keep reading. There are different causes of TMJ disorder, including arthritis or a jaw injury. But if TMD is related to tightness and imbalance in the TMJ muscles because of clenching, a professional jaw massage might be what the doctor ordered. Teeth grinding often plays a role, as does a habit of tensing the joint without realizing. TMJ problems often cause the following symptoms: Pain, particularly in the chewing muscles or jaw joint or an ache around your ear  Limited movement or locking of the jaw. Pain in the face, neck, or shoulders, or near the ear. Clicking, popping, or grating sounds when opening your mouth. T...