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6 Ways to Ensure a Successful At-Home Sleep Study

An at-home sleep study is a convenient and effective way to diagnose sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, to get accurate results, you need to prepare and follow some best practices. Here are six ways to ensure a successful...

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Botox for TMJ Disorder: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) can cause significant pain and discomfort, affecting your ability to eat, speak, and even sleep. One increasingly popular treatment option is Botox for jaw pain. In this blog, we'll address frequently asked...

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Exploring the Latest Treatments for Facial Nerve Pain

Facial nerve pain symptoms can be frustrating and even confusing at times. It causes a sharp, electric shock-like sensation that can come out of nowhere and disrupt what would normally be a productive day. If you suffer from facial nerve pain, just...

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TMJ Headache Location: Is Your Jaw To Blame For Your Headaches?

If you suffer from frequent headaches, determining the cause can be frustrating. One overlooked culprit of headaches is temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD/TMJ). TMJ headache locations are distinct and have patterns that set them apart from...

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What are The Benefits of Microcurrent Therapy for Anxiety?

Anxiety disorders affect over 40 million adults in the United States each year. While therapy and medication can help, some people seek alternative treatments like microcurrent therapy. Microcurrent therapy uses subtle electrical currents to...

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What Triggers Facial Pain? Taking a Look at Facial Pain Causes

If you've ever experienced facial pain, you know how unpleasant it can be. Your face is extremely sensitive, so any type of ache or soreness can really get in the way of your day. What actually causes pain in your face? As it turns out, there are...

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Alternative Treatments for Sleep Apnea Without CPAP

Sleep apnea is a disorder characterized by pauses in breathing and loud snoring during sleep. It affects 39 million adults in the United States and keeps plenty of significant others awake in the meantime. The most common treatment is continuous...

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Understanding Ear and Jaw Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Multiple conditions, like TMJ, an ear infection, or stress, can cause jaw pain by your ear. While the pain can often resolve on its own, there are certain things you can do to alleviate the pain. Additionally, you should know when the pain is severe...

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Who Can Benefit From IASIS Neurofeedback Treatment?

Neurofeedback, also known as EEG biofeedback, is a type of therapy that trains your brain to better regulate itself. IASIS neurofeedback is a specific form of neurofeedback that uses microcurrent stimulation to gently encourage and reinforce...