by Rebecca Silva | Apr 26, 2023 | Blog
Neuropathy, also known as peripheral neuropathy, is a condition that affects the peripheral nervous system. This system is responsible for sending messages from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. Neuropathy occurs when there is damage to the nerves...
by Rebecca Silva | May 21, 2020 | Blog
Here at Kennedy Health, we are taking COVID-19 very seriously. We are focused on keeping our patients and our staff safe! Here are some updates for you: We are back to our normal hours! Monday-Thursday: 9am-6:30pm Friday: Specialty Procedures Saturday: Closed Sunday:...
by Rebecca Silva | Jul 26, 2019 | Blog
“Chronic pain is no joke. It’s a cyclone of anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, panic disorder, all of which sends the nervous system into overdrive resulting in severe nerve pain. People need to become more compassionate.” cited Pop star Lady Gaga in one of her...
by Rebecca Silva | Jul 10, 2019 | Blog
The impact of Peripheral Neuropathy on the United States Do you know? “According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, more than 20 million people in the United States have been estimated to have some form of peripheral neuropathy. ” Symptoms...
by Rebecca Silva | Jun 11, 2019 | Blog
Let’s start with a fact: “Herniated disks are the primary cause of sciatic nerve pain in at least 2% of adults.” When space where the nerve roots and the spinal cord transverse decreases, it causes pressure on the spine. This leads to numbness, experiencing pain,...
by Rebecca Silva | May 10, 2019 | Blog
Every year, roughly 3 million Americans experience whiplash during slip and fall accidents according to a digital journal. Whiplash is a phenomenon when the neck suddenly moves back and forth due to a sudden jerk. It can also be identified by ‘crick’ noises heard at...
