by Sue Robbins | Jul 10, 2013 | Headache Drugs
Researchers at the University of Gothenburg, in Sweden found that singing in concert regulates heart rates among members of a group. A group of 18-year old boys and girls were asked to perform three singing tasks together – hum a single tone and breathe as...
by Sue Robbins | Jul 9, 2013 | Headache Drugs
Vestibular migraine is a disorder of the vestibular system; the parts of the inner ear and brain that help control balance and movement. People who have it usually experience vertigo or dizziness, with sensitivity to motion, light or sound sometimes occurring....
by Sue Robbins | Jul 8, 2013 | Headache Drugs
In an article about post-concussion syndrome on page 1 of the Chicago Tribune today, Dr. Robbins is quoted – “In a small but important segment of people, headaches can last months or years or a lifetime.” “Once Humpty Dumpty breaks, we...
by Sue Robbins | Jul 8, 2013 | Headache Drugs
Meditation is described as a group of techniques, with many having their origins in Eastern religious or spiritual traditions. Today, many people use meditation for well-being and health purposes. To meditate, a person focuses attention on his or her breathing. Some...
by Sue Robbins | Jul 2, 2013 | Headache Drugs
Brisdelle, (paroxetine) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of hot flashes due to menopause, and is the first non-hormonal treatment to be approved by the FDA. While all other FDA approved treatments contain the hormones...
by Sue Robbins | Jun 27, 2013 | Headache Drugs
CPH may be a variation on chronic cluster headache, but this remains unclear. CPH has a female-to-male ratio of 3:1, with a typical onset from age 25 to 35. The pain is usually about the ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve, concentrated around the eye, temple,...
