Autumn seasonal produce is so delicious, flavorful, and packed with healthful nutrients. Who does not love going to the farmers market and consuming all the bounty? Before you toss everything into your juicer we did some research for you. It is important to understand the goal of juicing before starting. ...
The first Pain Awareness Month was in 2001 when the ACPA (The American Chronic Pain Association) led a coalition of groups to establish September as Pain Awareness Month. ACPA established Partners for Understanding Pain and 80 organizations, both health care professionals and consumer groups, including the NAACP supported the effort....
Pain management has always been a part of neurosurgery, and we are trained to diagnose and manage many different types of pain. However, some complex and chronic types of pain require the help of a physician with special pain management training. We are pleased to welcome Dr. Maher Fattouh, 20+...
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the brain and spinal column. MS causes the body’s immune system to attack the protective sheath that covers nerve cells and fibers. This can cause communication problems between the cells and the brain — which can leave you in a lot of...
If you’ve ever experienced a migraine, you’re well aware of how painful and irritating it can be. At Midwest Neurology Associates, we don’t only provide back pain relief for Crown Point, IN, residents. We also provide pain relief for those who suffer from migraines and severe headaches. The first step...
Throughout history, water, one of the four classical elements, has represented purity, life, renewal, and transformation. Although the symbology is romantic, it also speaks to scientific reality. Water is necessary for life on Earth; in fact, there are approximately 11 gallons of water in the adult body, making up an...
As the leading provider of MS treatment in the Crown Point, IN, area, we’re dedicated to helping our patients keep their brains and bodies as healthy as possible. Our brains consume a lot of energy, using up an average of 20 percent of the body’s calorie intake. They also require...
As the leading provider of MS treatment in Crown Point, IN, our team works closely with patients to provide the most effective pain relief available to treat their symptoms. We use innovative technology to investigate biological disorders that cause pain to originate, and these can be behavioral, learning, and developmental...
Our spines have one of the most complex, beautiful, and confusing designs in the animal kingdom. They are in an S-curve that is in constant need of support in every body position imaginable. When we stand up and sit upright, gravity pushes down on our backs (or the top part...
Sometimes it’s hard to always keep your head in the game – especially when an annoying headache or debilitating migraine takes over! There can be many triggers, ranging from environmental to dietary, but below are five common ones you should be aware of. In fact, just being aware of these...
Are you struggling while living with chronic pain? Have you been searching for something to improve your pain so that you can function as you did before? If so, you may benefit from receiving massage therapy. The neurologists at Midwest Neurology Associates in Merrillville, IN, are encouraging their patients to...