For tension headache sufferers, the holidays might mean more pain and less jolly. People living with stress-induced tension headaches know that the holiday season can be very difficult. The stress of the holidays can be enough to push your chronic tension headaches into overdrive. According to the American Psychological Association, most people report increasing levels […]
No one understands my tension headaches – What to do when people don’t get it
If you’re reading this, chance are you have had this feeling before. That feeling that no one really understands how awful it can be to suffer from headache after headache. You may find yourself asking, why do the people in my life not get it? Why does no one seem to understand the toll that […]
Treatment Options for Bruxism and Facial Pain
Do you clench or grind your teeth? Have you experienced bruxism? You are not alone. As much as 31 percent of the American population has dealt with the effects of bruxism.(1) For those of you that have sought treatment, you have likely ended up frustrated due to that lack of options available. In brief, the […]
Application of EMG Biofeedback for Back Pain
Low back pain is a common issue with up to 80 percent of Americans being affected by it at some point in their lives. Opinions (and even research) on what is the best form of treatment for back pain varies slightly with different disciplines. However, in the case of pain, there is likely some […]
How EMG Biofeedback and PT May Help TMJ
Temporomandibular dysfunction is more commonly known as TMD or TMJ. This sometimes debilitating condition is associated with: Jaw pain Pain around the ears Facial pain Headaches Difficulty chewing Clicking or popping in the jaw with movement TMD has been said to affect 5-12% of the population. However, my professional experience as a practicing physical therapist has […]