Symptoms Sciatica is the term for pain and unpleasant nerve sensation brought about by pressure or injury caused to the sciatic nerve which runs from the lower back down the back of the leg. Symptoms include: lower back pain, pain in rear or leg, hip pain, burning or tingling down the leg, weakness or numbness […]
Symptoms Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a sensorimotor disorder of the nervous system that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. People experience various sensations especially when at rest or just before falling asleep. Symptoms include: various sensations in the legs, itchiness, pins and needles, creepy crawly feelings, sleep disturbances, restlessness and inability to
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Psoriasis is a difficult skin condition that manifests itself as itchy, scaly, red patches of skin. It is caused by an autoimmune condition where skin cells replicate too quickly, and it is not contagious. This means that immature skin cells appear on the surface of the skin most often on the knees, elbow, or other joints, leading to discoloration and flakiness. Studies have shown that often depression and anxiety can be linked to the appearance of psoriasis as well.
Symptoms PMS or premenstrual syndrome is a combination of physical and emotional symptoms that occur in a women’s body one to two weeks prior to her period. Over 90% of women suffer from some form of PMS, whether it is mild or severe. These symptoms are caused by hormonal changes within the body and can
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Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the motor system of the central nervous system. When certain nerve cells within the brain degenerate, they can no longer send sufficient dopamine throughout the brain which in turn leads to motor control issues ranging from dyskinesia (uncontrolled movements) to brady kinesia (frozen movements or inability to consciously move). Other symptoms may arise as well: tremors (in the arms, hands, or legs), stiff muscles, slow movement, problems with balance and walking, dementia and confusion, depression and general cognitive decline.
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Symptoms Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease in which the body’s own immune system attacks myelin, which wraps around nerve fibers. This then affects how the nerves work and inhibit the fibers from sending signals correctly throughout the body. This leads to: muscle spasms and stiffness; fatigue, unusual sensations, pain, tremors, difficulty concentrating, bladder/digestive problems.
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Muscle, joint, and general pain are physical symptoms associated with injuries as well as many ailments such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, infections, stress, or side effects from medications.
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Symptoms Migraines are throbbing headaches, generally localized to one side of the head. There is no definitive cause of migraines but some have identifiable triggers such as allergies, light, or stress. Migraines typically recurr and can last for hours or even days. One might also experience: light, sound, and even touch sensitivity, visual disturbances, pulsing
Symptoms Menopause is a time in a woman’s life of drastic hormonal changes with the cessation of egg production, typically beginning between the ages of 45 and 55 and lasting about 7 to 14 years. During this time, the ovaries no longer release eggs and stop producing estrogen, marking the end of menstrual cycles. With
About 30% of people suffer from insomnia and about 10% of people suffer from chronic insomnia. People who have insomnia have a difficult time sleeping. This includes falling asleep and staying asleep.
