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A Letter to Patients: Assessment of Care at Pasadena Pain Management During COVID-19 Pandemic
To All of Our Patients, Out of an abundance of caution and concern for our patients, we decided on March 16th to suspend normal operations for the duration of this COVID-19 health emergency to reduce the spread of this virus . We will, however, have a doctor on call in our office for emergency and…
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions About COVID-19
What is coronavirus? Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses, some causing respiratory illness in people and others circulating among animals. Rarely, animal coronaviruses can evolve and infect people and then spread between people. Previous coronavirus outbreaks have included Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS). COVID-19 is the disease caused…
Read MoreLooking for TMJ Pain Relief? Try These 3 Exercises
A TMJ disorder is a painful condition that we treat right here at Pasadena Pain Management. It can cause pain in the jaw, headaches and migraines, difficulty chewing… among other symptoms. Treatment from a dental health professional is often the best solution for TMJ Pain. Physical therapy is also an alternative that you can do…
Read MoreProper Diagnosis is Critical for Migraine Pain Management
As we mark Migraine Awareness Month, we are reminding our patients and men and women across Southern California to be proactive about their health. Migraine pain is debilitating and can cause a number of other symptoms — that’s why it’s so important to get an accurate diagnosis. Migraine Misdiagnosis is Common In most cases, migraines…
Read MoreDo You Have a TMJ Disorder? You Could Be at Risk For These Other Health Conditions
If you suffer from a TMJ disorder, you know probably pretty familiar with the jaw and mouth-related pain that the condition causes. But did you know that TMJ disorders are also linked to other health problems? Here are just a few to watch out for: Allergies Allergies and TMD affect the same general areas and…
Read More#1 Best Diet Shown to Prevent Migraines and Headaches
For some people, it’s not how you treat a migraine — but what you eat that is the best prevention. For years, science has shown us that certain beverages and supplements can relieve migraines. But, what’s the best diet for migraine relief? Scientists say there’s more to just steering clear of migraine trigger foods like…
Read MoreCan Wisdom Teeth Removal Affect Your TMJ?
Wisdom teeth removal is super common. In fact, a big portion of the population gets their wisdom teeth removed before they even break through the gum line. People who don’t get them removed early will often have them removed later. Why Remove Wisdom Teeth? Dentists and oral surgeons remove the wisdom teeth for a variety…
Read MoreConcerned About the Corona Virus? Here’s What We are Doing to Protect Our Patients
With media attention building over the global spread of the Corona Virus, we felt now is the perfect time to reassure our patients about what we are doing to protect everyone in our practice. First, we are extremely prepared for this threat. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including masks, gloves, protective eyewear, and…
Read MoreThe Serious Link Between TMJ and Migraines
We know that painful migraines are felt at the top or side of the head. But did you also know that the root cause of your migraine headache may actually start at the bottom of your head — all the way down at the jaw. Why is There a Link Between TMJ and Migraines? Your…
Read MoreStudy: Most Insomnia Sufferers Have Sleep Apnea
Sleep disorders are complex. They are hard to diagnose and, sometimes, even harder to treat. But did you know that most people who seek treatment for insomnia actually have undiagnosed sleep apnea? A new study highlights this phenomenon as well as how sleep apnea treatment was able to help some insomniacs improve their quality of…
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