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Posted By Vernon B. Williams, MD
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30-Nov-2016
Approximately 38 million Americans suffer from migraine headaches. These episodes often interfere with work and social activities. Athletes are not immune from this disabling condition. Migraine headaches are best defined as throbbing headaches that last from four to 72 hours, often accompanied by additional symptoms including nausea, vomiting, visual disturbances, light sensitivity and ...
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Posted By Vernon B. Williams, MD
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21-Nov-2016
37 “Healthy” Things You Have Permission to Stop Doing Right Now The news that flossing is not essential for dental hygiene took many of us by surprise, but that's not the only health habit that may not be helpful. READ FULL ARTICLE
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Posted By Vernon B. Williams, MD
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20-Nov-2016
Though holiday songs, cards and greetings herald it as ‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,’ for people suffering from chronic pain conditions, these final weeks on the calendar can feel anything but merry. Even for those who aren’t burdened by illness, the holidays are often stressful. But when you’ve got a condition characterized by pain, the stress and ill-effects on ...
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Posted By Vernon B. Williams, MD
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15-Nov-2016
The Carolina Panthers still hope left tackle Michael Oher will play again this season, despite the fact that Oher remains in the concussion protocol nearly two months after first experiencing symptoms. Oher has missed the past six games and the team has said little about the nature of his symptoms during the time he’s been sidelined. But a league source said Oher is experiencing sensitivity ...
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Posted By Vernon B. Williams, MD
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14-Nov-2016
FLOWERY BRANCH — The NFLPA is not leaving any stones unturned when trying to look out for the wellness of its membership, even if the latest stone is currently banned. The union, which represents the players in the NFL, is actively looking at marijuana as a pain-management tool and plans to form a committee to study the benefits of the drug. Marijuana is a banned substance under the terms of ...
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Posted By Vernon B. Williams, MD
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9-Nov-2016
Every year, large numbers of people in the U.S. see chiropractors for relief of headaches; back, shoulder, foot and neck pain; and for help with numbness and tingling or a loss of strength in the arms and hands. About 35 million adults nationwide saw a chiropractor in the previous 12 months, according to a survey done by the Gallup Panel that was released in August. The survey, conducted on behalf ...
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