We will all had a least one headache during our lifetime, with most of us having multiple episodes. Usually Tylenol or ibuprofen paired with rest, massage, ice or heat will generally help relieve our symptoms. Sometimes, such as with a migraine, we will need to take a...
What are the two major types of dizziness?
A common complaint that we frequently evaluate and treat is dizziness. Visits for this problem are usually complicated by the fact that patients often have a difficult time describing what they feel. Time and cost of the medical visit, therefore, can be decreased...
How to Know if a Concussion is an Emergency
Impact to the head can cause a "brain bruise", or concussion. Only about 10% of people who have a concussion actually get knocked out, while most will have other symptoms which occur alone or in combination. Common complaints include headache, dizziness, confusion,...
Relief from Benign Positional Vertigo
Benign Positional Vertigo is a very common cause of dizziness. The classic symptom is dizziness that suddenly occurs when turning over in bed. It is caused by a blockage in one or more of the fluid filled canals in the equilibrium center (inner ear). A physician will...