By Brain and Spine Specialists
What Is Cervicalgia? Understanding the Top Causes of Neck Pain
December 2, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsNeck pain is one of the most common everyday complaints. Studies show that more than one in four people experience neck pain at any given time, which helps explain why the phrase “a real pain in the neck” exists. What…
Is Cracking Your Neck Bad for You? What Neurologists Want You to Know
December 1, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsQuick Take: The occasional neck crack isn’t dangerous, but doing it too often or too forcefully can strain joints, nerves, or blood vessels. Sometimes it feels impossible not to do it; that satisfying pop that seems to release pressure and…
Can Stress Cause a Seizure? 7 Common Seizure Triggers to Know
July 24, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsSeizures can catch you off guard, but paying attention to certain patterns may help you feel more in control. If you or someone you love is living with epilepsy, learning to recognize common seizure triggers is one of the most…
Multiple Sclerosis vs. Atherosclerosis: What’s the Difference and Is There a Connection?
May 19, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsWhy These Two Conditions Get Confused If you’ve ever heard of multiple sclerosis (MS) and atherosclerosis, you might wonder if they’re related. After all, the names sound quite similar, and both involve inflammation. But while they share this common characteristic,…
Waking Up with Headaches? Here’s What It Could Mean
May 12, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsWaking up with headaches can throw off your entire day before it even starts. If you’ve been noticing this more often, you’re not alone—and you might be wondering why it keeps happening. While the occasional morning headache might not be…
Heads Up: What Your Headache Location Means
May 5, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsWhy Headache Location Matters Headaches are one of the most common neurological symptoms people experience, affecting nearly everyone at some point. While it’s easy to brush off a headache as just another part of a stressful day, the location of…
Can Your Brain Eat Itself Without Enough Sleep? The Truth About Sleep Deprivation
April 22, 2025 | Brain and Spine Specialists“Does your brain eat itself when you don’t get enough sleep?” It’s a question that sounds more like science fiction than medical science, but as it turns out, there’s a kernel of unsettling truth behind it. Sleep isn’t just about…
Living with Neurologic Disease
March 18, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsNeurological disorders affect millions of people worldwide, impacting movement, cognition, sensation, and overall well-being. From multiple sclerosis and functional neurological disorder to brain disorders and nervous system disorders, these conditions can vary in severity and complexity. Living with a neurological…
Botox for Migraines: What to Expect
March 15, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsFor those suffering from chronic migraines, finding an effective treatment can be life-changing. If you’ve tried various migraine medications with little relief, you may be wondering if Botox for migraines could be the right solution for you. Approved by the…
Peripheral Neuropathy – Symptoms and Causes
March 13, 2025 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsPeripheral neuropathy is a common neurological condition that affects millions of people, causing symptoms such as tingling, numbness, weakness, and pain in the hands, feet, and other areas. This condition occurs due to damage to the peripheral nerves, which are…