If you’ve ever dealt with clicking jaws, aching temples, or that stubborn neck stiffness that sneaks in after a long day — yeah, you’re not alone. A few years back, I had this nagging jaw tightness that slowly started to creep into my upper back. At first, I brushed it off. Stress, maybe? Too much…
It started as a mild ache at the base of my skull. I chalked it up to bad posture or too much screen time. But days turned into weeks, and that nagging neck pain just wouldn’t quit. I stretched, iced, even swapped out pillows. Nothing helped. Only when I found myself clenching my jaw during…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably flirted with the idea of minimalist shoes—those sleek, barely-there pairs that promise freedom, better posture, and a more natural stride. I was sold by the hype. But what they don’t always tell you is how transitioning to minimalist footwear can affect your lower back, especially if you’re already…
If you’ve ever felt a weird throbbing in your jaw and brushed it off as dental drama, you’re not alone. But here’s the kicker—there might be more to it. As an internal medicine physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve had more than a few patients come in with symptoms that didn’t quite fit the textbook….