Tension headaches are the most prevalent kind of headache that adults experience.  Upwards of 80% of people have had a tension headache at some point or another. These headaches are often described as feeling like a band is tightening around their head.  There are a number of known triggers for tension headaches, such as eye […]

Vertigo attacks can be scary, with their unpredictable nature as well as the sudden sensation that the world is rapidly spinning around you. You may even experience symptoms of nausea, headaches, vomiting or ringing in the ears. A vertigo attack can last as short as a few minutes and up to several hours. There are […]

Migraine headaches may be common among millions of people worldwide, but that does not make them anymore bearable. In fact, in the US an estimated 38 million people have a migraine at some point in their life. The question is, why do they happen? Does age have something to do with it? Migraines can affect […]

Dizziness does not quite sum up the experience of disequilibrium, since this word is often associated with vertigo and lightheadedness. It is valuable to know how to correctly describe these conditions so that your doctor is equipped with the most accurate information to meet your specific needs.   Disequilibrium or Vertigo? Vertigo could be described […]

Headaches that come on suddenly or become more frequent could be from an injury or a medical condition. Headaches originating from these issues are called secondary headaches, and medications often fall short in providing relief from them. In fact, some of the more common prescriptions can not only provide no relief but even result in […]

Vertigo is a feeling that you or the things around you are spinning about. It is one of the most common reasons for people to seek care from their family physician. Many people try to cope with it for weeks or even months before looking for help, hoping it will eventually go away. However, in […]