It is estimated that over 10 million Americans and up to one-third of all adults will experience Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) in their lifetime. The symptoms of this complex condition vary widely. They can be so distant from the temporomandibular region that this diagnosis is often overlooked. TMD can result in
“I was terrified,” said Matt Barrie. He went to bed perfectly healthy and woke with the left side of his face paralyzed from Bell’s Palsy. The only way he could close his eye was with his own fingers, so Matt started wearing an eye patch. The paralysis altered his visual appearance and he stopped working
This time, like all times, is a very good one, if we but know what to do with it. Ralph Waldo Emerson Dear Friends, What changes we are all experiencing! Having so much free time has on one hand been a forgotten luxury, and on the other an opportunity to reflect on how to
Migraine is much more than just a chronic headache. It is a serious and prevalent neurological disease with a wide array of symptoms and varied frequency of episodes that can, for some, be disabling. The associated impact of migraine on sufferers is profound. Beyond the intense and quite varied physical symptoms, social interactions, sleep patterns,
Our Stress Problem Stress has become a regular part of many Americans’ lives. It is aggravated by work-related factors, financial issues, home life, and the complexity of our relationships. Add in a wide range of global issues and there’s enough to keep people up for many nights. The long-term effects of stress can take a
Lower back pain is a common problem If you’ve experienced lower back pain, you understand how detrimental it can be to your quality of life. Even the simplest tasks become difficult. Injuring this part of your body limits your mobility and range of motion. Your lower back bears the weight for your upper body and
We Give Wednesdays started in 2010 as a way for us to showcase and support worthy organizations in Columbia that help meet the needs of people in our community. Each month we feature one organization. During this month, we donate a percentage of our Wednesday’s revenues to the organization and feature them in our waiting
“Kindness is a language the blind can see, and the deaf can hear.” -Mark Twain For most, the holidays are a time of joy and celebration, but not for everyone. Typically, holiday-related mood and stress issues are temporary and resolve within a few days. Some, however, can have a long onset and build to
Back pain is actually quite common. It is estimated that 80% of the population will deal with back pain at some point in their lives. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke states that it is the most common cause of job related disability, and a leading contributor to missed work days. While most
We Give Wednesdays started in 2010 as a way for us to showcase and support worthy organizations in Columbia that help meet the needs of people in our community. Each month we feature one organization. During this month, we donate a percentage of our Wednesday’s revenues to the organization and feature them in our waiting
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