The Biology of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is one of the most prevalent neurological disorders in the United States. As of 2019, nearly 1 million people are living with the condition. Parkinson’s gets worse over time, [...]
Parkinson’s disease is one of the most prevalent neurological disorders in the United States. As of 2019, nearly 1 million people are living with the condition. Parkinson’s gets worse over time, [...]
Studies show that people with Parkinson’s benefit from complementary and alternative therapies (CAM). These therapies slow down disease progression and alleviate symptoms. Around 40% of PD patients have used at least [...]
A spasm is an involuntary and sudden contraction of the muscles. It is usually caused as a result of abnormally sustained muscle contractions that are a result of pain, fatigue, [...]
Trembling hands and involuntary movements in the legs, arms, or head are often signs of Parkinson’s disease. However, these symptoms can also occur due to a common and less severe [...]
As one of the most common nervous system disorders, it is estimated that 48.9% of the population experiences some form of headaches. What’s worse is that only a minority of [...]
Botox is usually known for all its rage in the cosmetic industry, with 18 million people in the United States alone having gone under the knife in 2018 for cosmetic purposes. [...]
Sometimes, when you wake up from a long, hard night’s sleep, you find that you have difficulty moving your neck. It’s almost fixed in place, and you can only move [...]
Migraines aren’t as uncommon as you’d think. Globally, they’re the third most prevalent medical condition. In just the United States, one out of every four people deals with migraines. What makes [...]
Simply put, dystonia is when your muscles start moving of their own accord in abnormal ways. They may contract involuntarily, causing twitches, spasms, tremors, and strange body postures. While the [...]