What Is Trigeminal Neuralgia? A chronic pain condition that affects the Trigeminal nerve—which communicates sensation between your face and brain. Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) can cause severe facial pain at the slightest stimulation, even something as gentle as brushing your teeth or applying makeup. This pain can appear in short, relatively mild bursts, or if left untreated, can result in long, frequent

What is a Brain Tumor? Primary brain tumors are cancerous growths that form on the brain itself or in tissues close to it. They emerge when normal cells mutate causing them to grow and divide at an abnormally rapid pace. The resulting mass of abnormal cells eventually develops into a tumor which may require a brain tumor surgeon to remove.

What are Herniated Discs? Herniated discs, also known as a “slipped” or “bulging” disc, refers to when one of the rubbery cushions (discs) that sit between the individual bones of your spine (vertebrae) move out of position. Spinal discs have a soft, jellylike center (nucleus) wrapped in a tough, rubbery exterior (annulus). Also referred to as a ruptured disk, a

What is Lumbar Spondylolisthesis? Lumbar spondylolisthesis is a spinal condition that affects the lower vertebrae (lumbar spinal bones). This disease causes one of the lower vertebrae to slip forward onto the bone directly beneath it. It’s a painful condition but treatable in most cases, through either therapeutic and surgical spinal procedures methods. What are the Symptoms of Lumbar Spondylolisthesis? You may not experience

What is a Pituitary Tumor? A pituitary tumor is an abnormal growth in the pituitary gland, a small gland in the brain, behind the nose. It makes hormones that affect many other glands and many functions in your body. Most pituitary tumors are not cancerous (benign) and don’t spread throughout the body. But, they can cause the pituitary to make too few,

What is Glioblastoma? Glioblastoma is an aggressive cancer found in the brain or spinal cord. Glioblastoma forms from cells called astrocytes that support nerve cells. Glioblastoma, also known as glioblastoma multiforme, is often impossible to cure.  It tends to occur more often in seniors, and can cause seizures, headaches, nausea and vomiting. Thankfully, The Morrison Clinic™ posseses the specialized expertise to help