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TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome)

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders facts The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the site where the upper jaw (maxilla) and lower jaw (mandible) meet. TMJ disorders are a group of complex problems with many possible causes. Symptoms of TMJ disorders include headache, ear pain, dizziness, and fullness or ringing in the ear. There are many treatment options Continue Reading

Diabetes

TCM Classification of Diabetes The Chinese language includes two terms for diabetes. The traditional name, Xiao-ke, correlates closely with diabetes in most instances. Xiao-ke syndrome means “wasting and thirsting.” The more modern term, Tang-niao-bing, means “sugar urine illness.” Reference to diabetes by the traditional term appears in the earliest texts, including the first medical text Continue Reading

Parkinson’s disease

Definition Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects your movement. It develops gradually, sometimes starting with a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. But while tremor may be the most well-known sign of Parkinson’s disease, the disorder also commonly causes stiffness or slowing of movement. In early stages of Continue Reading

Tennis Elbow

Tennis Elbow Causes of Tennis Elbow  Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is caused by tendonitis or swelling around the tendons on the outside edge of the elbow. It is called tennis elbow because it’s caused by an injury to elbow from movements used in racket games like tennis. As a result, often people suffering from lateral epicondylitis Continue Reading