Atlanta Medical Clinic: Medical Blog
Study: Nasal Applicator Provides Effective Migraine Relief
The SPG nerve block has become an increasingly common treatment for migraine and chronic headaches. A 2015 clinical trial shows that it stops pain quickly. How the SPG is involved with headache disorders The SPG nerve block directly targets the sphenopalatine ganglion...
Annual Physical Therapy Exams Are Becoming a New Health Standard
Many of us only think of therapy in the context of injury recuperation. With the rise of focus on preventive care, though, a yearly physical therapy checkup could soon become a recognized health standard. The impact of preventive care It’s become common knowledge that...
Avoid Knee Replacement Surgery
If you are experiencing constant knee pain and are not able to comfortably perform everyday activities, it may seem like a good idea to have the joint replaced. However, many health experts are now warning that surgery should be considered a last resort. Knee...
The Benefits of Vitamin D for Neuropathy
Half of diabetics suffer from neuropathy One of the ill effects of diabetes is damage to the peripheral nervous system, called peripheral neuropathy (PN). Approximately 50% of individuals diagnosed with diabetes experience PN in some form. It occurs most often in...
Diet “Tricks” That Work Against Weight Loss Goals
We all want diet tricks that are easy to implement and can help us to lose weight faster, but many strategies actually work against the best efforts of those who use them. 1. Going without breakfast In one nutritional study, mice were divided into two groups. One had...
Chiropractic and Exercise Work Better for Neck Pain Than Drugs
Comparing neck pain relief options Recent research reveals that chiropractic care and a series of carefully designed exercises provide better pain relief than pharmacotherapy (prescription drugs) for patients who are suffering from chronic neck pain. This form of pain...
The Many Health Benefits of Massage
Previously only available at spas, resorts, and high-end health clubs, massage therapy is now common within diverse healthcare settings, business wellness programs, events at natural food stores, and elsewhere. Those who are considering this therapy may be surprised...
What’s the Difference Between Acute Pain and Chronic Pain?
At first glance, pain doesn’t appear to be a complex idea. Something hurts, that’s all. However, pain conditions can be extraordinarily difficult to understand and diagnose. By learning about pain, it’s easier for you to communicate with your physician and get the...
For a Healthy Weight, Eat Within a 12-Hour Window
Many nutritionists and doctors have believed that eating in the middle of the night could work against achieving a healthy weight, but until recently, there wasn’t any hard evidence to back up that perspective. In a study published in December, a Salk Institute team...
Using H-Wave Electrotherapy for Sports Injuries
Better circulation and nerve function When any part of our body becomes damaged from sports injuries, the role of the blood is critical in refreshing the area. Electrotherapy, as accomplished by the H-Wave® device, bolsters blood flow so that more vital nutrients can...