Waking up feeling dizzy in the morning can be a strange and scary way to start your day. If it happens occasionally, it may not be a big deal, but if it happens regularly, it could be a sign of a health issue that needs attention. What Causes Morning Dizziness? There are many different reasons …
Dizziness happens when something affects your sense of spatial orientation. Spatial orientation is your brain calculating the position of your body in relation to your surroundings. When that happens, you may feel woozy or lightheaded. You also may feel unsteady, as if you’ve lost your sense of balance. Feeling dizzy when you stretch your arms …
Cervical vertigo is a condition that causes both neck pain and dizziness. It is associated with a number of neck conditions. Cervical vertigo can also occur after an injury to the cervical spine. Although in most cases, symptoms do not appear until months or years after the initial injury. What causes cervical vertigo? The exact …
Cervical vertigo is a type of vertigo that occurs due to problems in the neck, specifically the cervical spine. When someone has cervical vertigo, they may feel dizzy or feel like the room is spinning. This happens because the neck helps control balance, and when the nerves or muscles in the neck are compressed or …
Dizziness or lightheadedness when standing occurs in about 15 to 20 percent of older adults. It is more common in people with comorbidities, especially high blood pressure, and in people living in long-term care facilities. Many falls can be caused by dizziness when standing. Older adults should avoid standing for long periods of time. The …
Enjoying a glass of wine or a pint of beer is a common pleasure for many, but the association between alcohol consumption and joint pain is less widely recognized. While the occasional drink is unlikely to cause lasting harm, regular or excessive alcohol intake can lead to uncomfortable symptoms, including aches and pains in various …
Alcohol is a popular social lubricant, a way to unwind after a long day, and an important part of many cultures around the world. While moderate alcohol consumption may not pose a significant health risk to most people, some individuals experience a mysterious and unpleasant phenomenon that brings us to the discussion of joint pain …
Arthritis is one of the most common medical conditions affecting millions of people worldwide, especially middle-aged adults. It causes inflammation in the joints, leading to discomfort, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Various factors, such as genetics, aging, injury, and lifestyle, can influence the development of arthritis in patients. As such, preventing arthritis is important to maintaining …
People with arthritis can experience sleep disturbances. Pain-related insomnia is a big problem for people with arthritis. Up to 80 percent of people will have trouble falling asleep and/or staying asleep, and that’s true for people with osteoarthritis or other types of arthritis. The reason people with arthritis are more likely to have sleep problems …
Arthritis occurs when joints become inflamed, or in the case of osteoarthritis, when the cartilage that cushions them wears away and causes the bones in the joint to rub against each other. Arthritis is often a natural result of aging, but it can also be the result of a congenital defect or injury. Joint pain …
