OROFACIAL PAIN, HEADACHE AND SLEEP BLOG

Physical Therapy Can Play Important Role Following Radiation for Head and Neck Cancer

Individuals who have been treated with radiation for head and neck cancer are at an increased risk for Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome (RFS)....

Trigger Point Injections...what's that?

Trigger point injections are sometimes an indicated treatment for jaw muscle pain and pain associated with radiation fibrosis syndrome....

Managing and Treating the Side Effects of Head and Neck Radiation Therapy

Mucositis Mucositis usually resolves once therapy is completed. Prophylactic measures may help reduce the severity and duration of...

Trismus Management Exercises From Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

The following link provides trismus excerises from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center for patients undergoing head and/or neck...

Head and Neck Radiation Basics: What to Expect

A cancer diagnosis is indubitably stressful, life-altering and overwhelming. Cancer not only affects us physically but it also influences...

What are some of the side effects of head and neck radiation?

Xerostomia/Hyposalivation Xerostomia is the medical term for the sensation of dry mouth. Hyposalivation signifies a reduction in salivary...

Lauren Levi DMD MS