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Effective TMJ and Sleep Disorder SolutionsChicago Atrial Fibrillation: Eliminate Sleep Apnea and Eliminate A-FIB
ATRIAL FIBRILLATION or A-Fib is the name give to an abnormal heart rythym that is relatively common and affects millions of adults. Atrial fibrillation can be caused by sleep apnea therefore 100% of patients with SAtrial Fibrillation should be evaluated for sleep...
Physiologic dental TMJ/TMD treatment in Illinois
Physiologic dental TMJ/TMD treatment in Illinois Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD or TMJ) is a chronic condition that involves the jaw joints and causes painful symptoms in the head, neck and shoulders. It can be caused by many factors, and it is often overlooked...
Chicago muscle pain and tension
An unlikely cause of your Chicago muscle pain and tension When you experience muscle pain and tension, you probably think back to activities you have been involved in that may have strained your muscles. If nothing seems to add up, it may be because you are feeling...
Dr. Ira Shapira represents the ICCMO in the TMD Alliance
Dr. Ira Shapira represents the ICCMO in the TMD Alliance Dr. Shapira has recently been appointed as the chair of the Alliance of TMD Organizations (TMD Alliance), representing the International College of Cranio Mandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO). Ira Shapira, a...
Acupuncture: As Effective AS Drugs In Migraine Prevention
A new article in Headache describes Acupuncture as being "At least as effective as medication for migraine prevention". Acupuncture works on the same principles as trigger point injections and Physiologic orthotics, that is it treats Migraines as an Input /Output or...
TMJ: Holistic Treatment of Your TMJ Disorder (TMD, TMJD) by Restoring Homeostasis
Patients dealing with chronic TMJ problems often find their quality of life begin a downward slide and standard medical care of the symptoms rarely is successful. TMJ has been dubbed "The Great Imposter" because the wide ranging symptoms often lead to a variety of...
Chicago sleep disorder causes
3 surprising causes of Chicago sleep disorders Sleep disorders can affect your life in many negative ways. Not getting enough sleep at night can lead to physical pain, fatigue, irritability, relationship problems, problems at work and safety risks. Many people have...
SPG Blocks in Chicago. Sphenopalatine Ganglion Blocks may be your key to a pain free life.
Patients in Chicago and the North Shore suburbs who suffer from migraines and other chronic pains can learn how to self administer Sphenopalatine Ganglion Blocks for Migraine and Tension Headache Treatment and Prevention. The book "Miracles on Park Avenue" discussed...
Lake Forest: Tension Headaches, Chronic Daily Headache, Migraine, Cluster Headache and Chronic Migraine
There is one common thread to almost 100% of all chronic headaches, the involvement of the Trigeminal Nerve. There is no universal agreement on the sequence or causes of headaches but there is agreement that there are various triggers to most headaches. Effective...
Chicago childhood sleep disorders
Can dentistry help with Chicago childhood sleep disorders? Getting a good night's sleep is crucial for everyone, from the youngest child to the most mature adult. While there are few who don't experience the occasional restless night, millions of Americans suffer from...
