I have read some pretty detailed explanations of the trigeminal nerve and they only served to confuse me even more. I am going to try to explain it in a way that is far easier to understand. If you look at the entire nervous system… Read More »The Trigeminal Nerve
Ingredients 3 1/4 cups peeled, cubed pumpkin 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cups vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh garlic 1 onion, diced 1 cup baby spinach leaves 6 ounces feta cheese, cubed salt and pepper 2 cups Arborio rice Directions Preheat oven to 400… Read More »Pumpkin and Feta Risotto
So, your dentist has recommended splint therapy. What now? There are some important questions that you need to ask before committing to a treatment plan. 1. What is the the expected outcome? Why is this particular splint being recommended for me? 2. What are my… Read More »Splint Therapy Questions For Your Dentist
TMJ Hope has reached 2,500 members on our Facebook page! Let’s celebrate! Here’s your invitation:
When I started TMJ Hope a little over two years ago, I had a mission in mind, but no idea what would come of it. The mission was to help TMJ disorder patients thrive through support, information, and community. Of course, that is still the… Read More »Introducing: Beyond Hope
Do you ever refuse to go out to dinner because you aren’t sure what you can order that is TMD friendly? Eating out is such a big part of our social lives, here is a list of TMD friendly menu items from our favorite restaurants.… Read More »Dining Out With TMJ Disorder
In the last post, I shared with you my journey up until about a year ago. If you haven’t read it, click here to catch up. Once I realized that I was the only one that was going to make any changes in my own… Read More »The Road to Feeling 85% Better – Part 2 – One Change Causes a Huge Shift
Making the decision to have TMJ total joint replacements implanted at age 24 was not easy. Advice came from all directions and all viewpoints; I should do it because it would increase my quality of life…I should not do it because it was a gamble… Read More »My Road to Feeling 85% Better After a Diagnosis of Chronic Intractable Pain – Part One
Lavender has a huge array of health benefits. It helps to get rid of migraines, dizziness and digestive disorders. It promotes natural sleep and eases insomnia, and it can be used as an antiseptic and disinfectant to heal wounds. One of the other major ingredients… Read More »Lavender Lemonade
Overall Health The following foods are so good for you that they should be an essential part of your diet to help you stay healthy. Flax seed. This is a great supplement for a woman’s diet. Flax seeds are high in omega-3 EFAs and lignans,… Read More »75 Healthiest Foods for Women