Multiple sclerosis, also known as MS, is a chronic condition affecting the central nervous system, or CNS. In healthy individuals the nerves are covered with a protective coating that is known as myelin. When an individual has the condition known as MS, this protective coating is destroyed, which leaves the nerve fibers completely exposed. When … Read more
If you suffer from the condition of multiple sclerosis, or MS, and the pain related to that condition, you understand how painful muscle spasms can be, right? When you have a muscle that has tightened up, it can be extremely debilitating, causing you to cringe with the extreme pain that comes along with it. This … Read more
There can be a number of reasons why you may be experiencing pain in your shoulder area, but did you know that for many women it is common to have shoulder pain caused by bra straps? Unfortunately, most women can’t avoid the need for bras, but there are ways to relieve pain and help your … Read more
It’s pretty safe to assume that most people are not the biggest fans of pain. However, whether it’s something we enjoy or not, it’s one of the ways your body communicates with you. Think about it like this: what if you were to put your hand on a hot stove- your hand would get severe … Read more
We believe myofascial pain can be cured. So, to answer some readers’ noted questions; yes, myofascial pain can be cured. But, how is this possible? And what exactly is a myofascial pain? Before going onto an explanation on what myofascial pain is all about, along with some notes on how it is currently being treated, we … Read more
Your stomach is a very sensitive place that you are trying to deal with on a regular basis. For some people, it can be especially hard to allow things to “sit well,†no matter what it is that you’re trying to eat. In some cases, you may be fending off a disorder that is usually … Read more
At this point, most of us have heard of acupuncture and acupressure. A passing thought with knowledge toward a vague definition means little until real back pain occurs. There are specific points on the body which can be addressed should such pain arise. Such points are not always in the back, however. In fact, much … Read more
Herbal treatments can be a wonderful supplement to synthetic medications and medical treatments, particularly for illnesses that require long-term care. For centuries people have been using the healing properties of plants to treat everything from injury to stress. There are a number of herbs that you can take for autoimmune disease, which can help with … Read more
Scientists have conducted many studies concerning arthritis –a health condition causing inflammation and swelling of the joints and muscles. Those studies associate the use of artificial sweeteners with inflammation and swelling of these joints. Whether you’ve received an arthritis diagnosis or suffer from joint pain due to other conditions, it is very well possible that … Read more
The condition known as cubital tunnel syndrome is the result of compression of the ulnar nerve in the area where it passes under a bony bump on the inside of the elbow. This condition can occur on one or both elbows. The ulnar nerve is fairly unprotected in the area on the inside of the … Read more