You may be shocked to learn that children as well as adults suffer from vertigo. In fact, as many as 5 percent of those who are age 17 and under in the United States have problems with dizziness or balance. For some reason, girls seem to have a slightly higher incidence of these problems (5.7 […]

Headaches are very common. Almost everyone has had an experience with headaches. They may range anywhere from mild and achy to severe and painful. As many as 90 percent of the population suffers from headaches. A person’s life quality and well being can be negatively impacted by headaches, especially if they are severe. Some headaches, […]

Migraines are one of the most common issues that affect people in the US with nearly 39 million sufferers. That accounts for about 18% of women, 6% of men, and 10% of children. So why are there still so many migraine myths circulating online? Common doesn’t always mean well-understood in the medical field. With that […]

Very few people realize that migraines in children can definitely happen. Here are some enlightening facts: As many as 10 percent of school-age children have migraines. Half of all migraine sufferers have their first attack before age 12. Migraines have been seen in children as young as age 18 months. Infant colic has recently been […]

Migraines are a neurological condition that often leaves their sufferers with little hope of finding help. Around the world, a billion people suffer from this condition, causing them to miss out on social, family, and work activities. This can lead to depression and anxiety. How do these people cope with the pain of migraines? It […]

Vertigo, or the false sensation of spinning, can be a symptom of several different conditions.  The way the body maintains its sense of balance is complicated, but it involves the ability of the inner ear to communicate effectively with the brain about how your body is positioned in space.  Any interruption of these signals can […]