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When Is Dizziness a Cause for Concern?

Nov 11, 2024

Feeling dizzy more often than seems normal? It could be more than just standing up too fast. Learn when dizziness might signal a bigger health issue and how expert care can help you regain your balance.

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I'm At Risk for Dementia — What Should I Do?

Oct 18, 2024

Dementia affects millions of Americans, and while there’s no way to cure the disease, there are some things you can do to reduce your own risks. Here, learn a few simple steps you can take beginning today to protect your brain and your health.

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Understanding Your Treatment Options for Epilepsy

Sep 16, 2024

Living with epilepsy and not sure about the right therapy? Knowing your treatment options is key to managing seizures effectively. Keep reading to learn about your options and how personalized care can help.

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Let's Talk About Your Daytime Sleepiness

Aug 12, 2024

Struggling to stay awake during the day? It might be more than just a late night. Keep reading to learn about the surprising reasons behind chronic daytime sleepiness and how you can reclaim control of your nights and days!

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Risks of Self-Treating Migraines

Jul 25, 2024

Struggling with migraines and trying to manage them on your own? Read on to learn about the risks involved with self-treating migraines and how seeking expert help is the key to effective and long-lasting relief.

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Can Sleep Disorders Run In Families?

Jun 20, 2024

Struggling with sleep and wondering if your family history could have something to do with your troubles? Keep reading to learn which sleep disorders are more likely to run in families and why understanding this connection is important.

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Stop Doing This If You Want to Avoid Cognitive Decline

May 10, 2024

Ever wondered how your daily routine affects your brain health? Find out which common habits might be putting your cognitive function at risk and how you can turn things around with this helpful guide.

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Is It a Headache or a Migraine?

Apr 11, 2024

Sidelined by head pain and not sure if you’ve got a headache or are experiencing a migraine? It can be hard to tell! Keep reading to learn more about these two conditions and the ways we can help you find relief.

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Signs Your Migraines Need Medical Attention

Mar 02, 2024

Battling recurrent migraines but aren’t sure what signs mean your head pain requires medical attention. We’ve got you covered. Keep reading to learn what you need to know about getting help for migraines.

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Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Feb 21, 2024

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

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Are Cognitive Disabilities Inevitable?

Feb 12, 2024

Wondering if age-related memory and thinking changes are inevitable as you get older? The answer might surprise you. Take a moment to learn the facts and the steps you can take for the best brain health as you age.

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Tips for Helping a Loved One With Dementia

Jan 10, 2024

It’s difficult to watch someone you love struggle with dementia. Keep reading to learn the ways you can make things easier on them—and you—with our top tips for helping a loved one with dementia.

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How Sleeping Too Much Can Be Detrimental

Dec 11, 2023

Worried that you’ve been sleeping too much and it could be affecting your health? You could have a condition called oversleeping. Learn why sleeping more isn’t always a good thing and when it’s time to seek professional help.

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Why You Shouldn't Attempt to Fix Serious Sleep Problems Yourself

Nov 14, 2023

Worried you’re struggling with a sleep disorder? Serious sleep disorders are more common than you think, and attempting self-treatment can be risky. Here’s why professional help is critical for effective and safe treatment.

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What Kinds of Memory Problems are Normal?

Oct 10, 2023

Find yourself misplacing keys or forgetting names and wondering if it's just a part of aging or something more? Keep reading to understand the difference between typical memory problems and signs of conditions like dementia.

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How to Manage Your Neuropathy Symptoms

Sep 05, 2023

Struggling with the tingling, numbness, and pain of neuropathy? Fortunately, there are strategies that can make a big difference in managing your condition. Keep reading to learn how you can take control of your neuropathy with our expert guidance.

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5 Common Causes of Back Pain After 50

Aug 04, 2023

Are you over 50 and struggling with back pain? You’re not alone. Back pain often strikes people as they get older. Keep reading to learn five common reasons people develop back pain after 50 and how we help restore your quality of life.

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Understanding the Neurological Causes of Dizziness

Jul 05, 2023

Ready to unravel the mystery behind your ongoing dizziness? Keep reading to discover the neurological causes that may be affecting your balance and why seeking specialized care is key for lasting relief.

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Could This Be the Cause of Your Frequent Tension Headaches?

Jun 05, 2023

Struggling with the dull, achy pain, tenderness, or pressure associated with frequent tension headaches and wondering why? Keep reading to learn about this type of headache and five of the most common causes.

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Help! I Can Get to Sleep but I Can't Stay Asleep

May 02, 2023

Are you able to fall asleep at night but find yourself waking up throughout the night or too early in the morning? You could be one of the 25% of American adults struggling with insomnia. Here’s what you need to know.

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Is Working From Home a Pain in Your Neck?

Apr 04, 2023

If you’ve developed neck pain since you started working from home, you’re not alone. Poor habits and bad ergonomics can trigger acute and chronic neck pain. Keep reading to learn more about this condition and how we can help.

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Encouraging Facts About Your Epilepsy Diagnosis

Mar 08, 2023

It’s natural to feel scared or worried if you’ve been diagnosed with epilepsy—especially since so many misconceptions surround this neurological condition. Keep reading to learn some encouraging news about epilepsy.

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Dehydration and Stroke Risk: How Are They Linked?

Feb 09, 2023

Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability in the US and the fifth leading cause of death. About half of all stroke patients are dehydrated, which could make you wonder how they’re linked. Keep reading to find out.

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5 Ways to Reduce Your Carpal Tunnel Pain

Jan 13, 2023

Many things you do every day put stress on your hands and wrists. Over time, this can lead to painful carpal tunnel syndrome. Here’s a look at our top five tips for minimizing the pain and other symptoms associated with this condition.

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How Alzheimer's Disease Differs from Other Types of Dementia

Dec 16, 2022

Though similar, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia aren’t the same thing. Understanding the difference is key for managing and treating your condition. Keep reading to learn what you need to know.

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Why Do I Have Headaches so Often?

Nov 01, 2022

Most people experience headaches now and again. But getting frequent headaches is another story—and one that shouldn’t be ignored. Keep reading to learn what might trigger your frequent head pain and how we can help.

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I Feel Off-Balance Often: Can You Help?

Oct 01, 2022

Everyone feels off-balance once in a while, but if you’re experiencing persistent symptoms of dizziness, feeling like the room’s spinning, vision changes, and more, you could have a balance disorder. Here’s what you need to know.

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What's Causing My Neuropathy?

Sep 01, 2022

At least 20 million American adults have a condition called neuropathy, which can cause painful and debilitating symptoms. Take a moment to learn about this nerve disorder, including some of the common causes and how we can help.

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Understanding the Different Types of Sleep Disorders

Aug 01, 2022

Most people have trouble sleeping from time to time. But for about one-third of Americans, problems sleeping become chronic and could stem from a sleep disorder. Keep reading to learn what you need to know.

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The Importance of Individualized Patient Care

Jul 01, 2022

Are you one of the up to one billion people around the world struggling with migraines, headaches, neck or back pain, neuropathy, epilepsy, dementia or another neurological disorder? Learn how individualized patient care can help!

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The Benefits of Our Telehealth Services

Jun 01, 2022

If getting into the office for ongoing care is a burden, our virtual visits can give you the care you need from the convenience of your home or office. Here’s a closer look at some of the benefits our telehealth services provide.

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8 Common Migraine Triggers

May 02, 2022

Everyone is unique, and so are migraine triggers. However, many people share one or more common triggers. Understanding what influences your migraines can help prevent them. Here’s a look at some of the most common migraine triggers.

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4 Signs Your Tension Headache is Actually a Migraine

Apr 05, 2022

Not all headaches are the same, and if you’re dealing with a migraine, it can be worlds apart from a tension headache. Read on to explore 4 signs that your tension headache is a migraine 一 and how we can help.

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Cognitive Migraine Symptoms

Jan 18, 2021

When discussing migraines, people often focus on the headache aspect of the attack. However, if you’re a migraine sufferer, you know that headaches and pain are just one small part of the experience.

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Best Neurologist In Nyc & The United States

Jan 15, 2021

You don’t just want a doctor, you want the best doctor. You’re not just looking for a neurologist in NYC, you’re looking for the best neurologist in NYC. I’m going to let you in on a little secret: there are plenty of great neurologists out there.

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Yoga: Decreased Sympathetic Release, Stress Relief And Effect On Migraine

Jul 07, 2020

These days, stress is so common that it needs no introduction. Tell a friend you’re feeling stressed out, and they’ll nod in unison or mutter “I know how you feel.” The chronic stress of daily living — the pressure to excel at your job,...

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The Relationship Between Smoking & Migraine

Jun 15, 2020

We all know smoking is bad for our health and greatly increases our risk of lung cancer. However, your lungs are not the only organs that suffer when you smoke. The nicotine in tobacco products has a wide range of negative effects on the body.

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Vestibular Migraine: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

May 03, 2020

Most of us know what it’s like to feel dizzy. You feel faint and woozy, and you get that strange sensation that the world is moving or spinning, even though you know it is not. It’s common and completely normal to feel dizzy after getting off a ride...

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Will Correcting Your Vision Lead To Fewer Headaches?

Mar 10, 2020

I Used to Have Glasses I had a prescription of -6.5 in both eyes growing up (that’s pretty severe and required thick glasses). I was also very active growing up playing basketball, swimming, surfing, and skiing.

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What Are CFRP Antagonists?

Feb 11, 2020

As doctors and researchers continue to improve their understanding of migraines, newer and more effective treatments are emerging. In 2018, migraine treatment saw one of its biggest advancements as the FDA approved a new class of medications,...

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High Altitude Headaches

Jan 20, 2020

Snow is falling gently on the mountains, and if you’re an avid skier, you probably can’t wait to hit the slopes with family and friends. But perhaps you’re prone to developing a nagging problem whenever you venture up into the mountains to ski.

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Ice Cream Headaches

Jan 06, 2020

It’s one of the most frustrating things about being human. You take a bite of delicious ice cream, hoping to enjoy it, and instead, you end up with a brain freeze — that sudden, sense-numbing headache that makes you wince and set down your spoon.

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Dark Chocolate Health Benefits, Migraines And Headaches: Friend Or Foe?

Dec 03, 2019

Don’t eat that chocolate, it will give you a headache! If you suffer from migraines, you’ve probably been given this advice, at least once or twice, by a well-meaning aunt or friend. Maybe you’ve read it on the internet or in a natural healing book...

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Aura And Migraine: Risks, Symptoms, Treatment And Facts

Nov 04, 2019

Migraines are more than just a headache. They also cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, tingling in the extremities — and for about 25 percent of patients, sensory disturbances called an aura.

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Why I Started Modern Migraine MD

Oct 31, 2019

Modern Migraine MD is a start up company that brings doctors and headache sufferers together using telemedicine and virtual visits to treat people. Migraines and many headache conditions are well suited for this type of doctor patient interaction...

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How To Stop A Migraine Once It Starts: Abortive Medicines For Migraine

Oct 08, 2019

Abortive medicines (also known as acute medicines) can help alleviate pain once a migraine sufferer experiences the onset of an attack. Unlike preventive medicines, abortive treatments are not taken every day, rather the patient takes them as soon...

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Migraines And Their Effect On Mental Health

Oct 04, 2019

When describing migraines, patients often focus on the physical symptoms — the pounding headache, the debilitating nausea, and the searing sensitivity to light. However, migraine is not merely a physical ailment.

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How An Online Doctor Can Work With You And Your Migraines

Oct 02, 2019

Pounding headaches. Nausea and vomiting. Visual disturbances that leave you unable to focus, let alone work or drive. If you suffer from migraines, you’re more than familiar with these debilitating symptoms.

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Concussion: All You Need To Know

Jul 15, 2019

It is estimated that as many as 3.8 million concussions occur annually in the U.S., as a result of sports and recreation-related activities. Other common causes include work-related injuries, car and bicycle accidents, falls, and fighting.

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Sick Of Wait Times And Long Lines? Telemedicine Has You Covered

Jul 15, 2019

Pounding headaches. Nausea and vomiting. Visual disturbances that leave you unable to focus, let alone work or drive. If you suffer from migraines, you’re more than familiar with these debilitating symptoms.

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Home Remedies For Migraines: An Ultimate Guide

Jun 03, 2019

Migraine is one of the most common conditions in the world and causes debilitating symptoms in its sufferers, so it’s no surprise that there have been considerable efforts to find effective home remedies to treat the condition...

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Preventive Migraine Medicines: All You Need To Know

May 06, 2019

A solution that stops the onset of migraine before it has even started is undoubtedly the treatment that migraine sufferers are looking for. There are a number of preventive medicines out there that aim to do just this: decrease the frequency,...

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Botox For Migraines: Will It Help And What’s Involved?

Apr 15, 2019

There are 37 million migraine sufferers in the U.S., and it’s likely that many of them are unaware that Botox injections can help alleviate some of the symptoms of their condition.

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What You Need To Know About Cluster Headaches

Mar 07, 2019

Cluster headaches get their name from their occurrence in cyclical patterns or cluster periods, and are unfortunately one of the most painful types of headache. The condition often wakes sufferers up during the night,...

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Common Migraine Types In Children

Feb 25, 2019

Migraines and headaches can occur at any age, including in young children and adolescents. However, it’s crucial to understand that the disorder can manifest itself differently in children than it does in adults.

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Lifestyle Tips For Managing Headaches And Migraines

Feb 19, 2019

It’s no secret that migraines can seriously affect your day-to-day life. They reduce productivity levels, affect your social calendar, and get in the way of precious time spent with family and friends.

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A Brief History Of Headaches

Jan 19, 2019

If I could give away a dollar for every time someone had seen me for a headache, I’d have started a small foundation. Around 13 percent of Americans experience migraines, with 30 to 70 percent of the population experiencing tension type headaches.

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Telemedicine: What Headache Sufferers Have Been Waiting For?

Jan 09, 2019

Here at Modern Migraine MD, we are firm believers that telemedicine has the power to fundamentally improve patients’ access to highly effective, specialized care for their headaches. There’s already a shortage of neurologists,...

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Considerations On Causes

Dec 18, 2018

How can we use a picture of a tree as an analogy for the causes of headache? What do we know about headaches and their root cause? The answer remains a mystery still — much like the roots of the tree remain a mystery to those of us...

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Migraines

Dec 07, 2018

Let’s talk about the M-word The surge of research on migraines in recent years is certainly making headway, yet there’s still a long way to get to the bottom of what causes the condition. If you or anyone you know has ever had a migraine,...

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