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The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...

Chronic pain is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions, with 50.2 million adults reporting daily pain. Not surprisingly, chronic pain can take a toll on your physical health, mental well-being, and even your work performance. Back pain is a major contribution to missed work days, and that doesn’t even...

Headaches are a common ailment, and according to the World Health Organization, nearly everyone has experienced one at some point. Dehydration, hormonal fluctuations, sleep deprivation, and even intense exercise are all common causes of headaches. But it’s not just the headache triggers that can vary from person to person: the type of headache...

Although pharmaceuticals are a common go-to for headache relief, they aren’t the only option. Current research shows that nutritional supplements, such as vitamin B, can play a big role in migraine prophylaxis (prevention). If you suffer from chronic headaches, you may be interested in nutritional supplements to prevent or treat headaches, especially if...

Unmanaged chronic pain can make depression symptoms worse, but that’s not the only reason you might not find the depression relief you need. For some people, managing chronic pain and taking the right medications still doesn’t fully alleviate depression symptoms. When this happens, it’s called treatment-resistant depression, and, unfortunately, it affects up...

The occasional headache may temporarily press the pause button on your daily plans, but chronic headaches 一 a common headache disorder marked by 15+ headache days per month 一 can wreak havoc on your professional, social, and family life. Some headache triggers, such as scents, food preservatives, and stress, cause instant headaches....

Ketamine infusions are well-known for their role in chronic pain management, but they don’t stop at physical pain. Intravenous ketamine infusions can also help treat mood disorders, including PTSD, treatment-resistant depression, and anxiety. As a concierge medicine style practice, our team here at Beverly Hills Migraine & Pain Management Institute tailors our services...

Fibromyalgia may be dubbed an “invisible illness,” but for those who live with it, fibromyalgia symptoms are ever-present and cause widespread pain, sleeping difficulties, fatigue, and emotional distress. Although physical therapy, stress management, and pain medication can temporarily relieve some fibromyalgia symptoms, sometimes it’s not enough. As a chronic pain...

Although many people think of arthritis as a single disease, the reality is that there are over 100 different types of arthritis. In general, arthritis is characterized by joint pain and inflammation, but the causes, risk factors, and treatments can vary depending on what type of arthritis you have. As a chronic...

In each of your joints, little fluid-filled sacs 一 called bursae 一 cushion your bones, muscles, and tendons. While you might not think about this part of your anatomy often, it’s hard to ignore them if they become inflamed. Inflamed bursae, also known as bursitis, are painful and can limit...

Although diabetes is the no. 1 cause of neuropathy, it’s not the only one. Regardless of what contributed to your nerve damage, we want you to know that neuropathy treatment is available here at Beverly Hills Migraine and Pain Management Institute in Beverly Hills and Northridge, California.  Here, Dr. Benjamin...

The symptoms of migraine headaches — nausea, throbbing pain, light and noise sensitivity 一 can make it hard to manage daily life. Not to mention, migraine attacks can last up to 48-72 hours, taking you out of commission for days at a time. Although prescription medications can help prevent migraine...

The World Health Organization estimates that nearly everyone has had a headache at one point, and as many as half of Americans have missed work because of a headache or migraine. An occasional headache is bad enough, but chronic headaches can take a serious toll on your mental and physical...

Fibromyalgia affects 4 million people, and although it can’t be cured, there are many treatments to help you find relief from your symptoms. Dr. Benjamin Taimoorazy diagnoses and treats fibromyalgia here at  Beverly Hills Migraine and Pain Management Institute in Beverly Hills and Northridge, California.  But how do you know...

Did you know there are over 100 different types of arthritis? Collectively, arthritis affects over 50 million adults and 300,000 children in the United States. The exact symptoms vary depending on what type you have, but in general, arthritis is characterized by joint inflammation and pain. Although it can be...

The occasional headache isn’t anything to fret about; after all, nearly everyone experiences an occasional headache now and then. Dehydration, eye strain from looking at a computer, wearing a too-tight hat, and lack of sleep can all contribute to occasional headaches, but when does a headache warrant a trip to...

Neuropathy is a painful condition that can lead to burning pain, numbness, loss of balance, and muscle weakness. With symptoms as diverse and debilitating as these, neuropathy can have a profound impact on your quality of life. Dr. Benjamin Taimoorazy and our team here at Beverly Hills Migraine and Pain...

More than 20% of Americans experience chronic pain, the type that lasts for 12 weeks or more, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Unfortunately, 36.4% of them experience high-impact chronic pain, meaning their pain is severe and debilitating.  Dr. Benjamin Taimoorazy and our team here at Beverly...

Chronic pain affects 1 in 5 Americans, and it can be debilitating. Chronic pain can affect all aspects of your life from personal relationships to your ability to perform well at work. This type of pain severely limits your ability to live a full and active life, and managing chronic...

The Ketamine Infusion Center in North San Fernando Valley covers Northridge, Chatsworth, Sherman Oaks, Tarzana, Studio City and operates under supervision of Dr. Benjamin Taimoorazy, a triple-board certified Anesthesiologist, Headache and Pain Management subspecialist.    What is Ketamine? Ketamine is an FDA approved anesthetic that has been used safely for...

Chronic pain is pain that lasts longer than 12 weeks, but even after just a few days of pain, your quality of life can dip. Chronic pain, regardless of what causes it, can affect your work performance, your personal relationships, and even your mental health. As a chronic pain physician,...

Fibromyalgia affects approximately four million American adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And if you’re one of them, you’re no stranger to sleep disturbances, fatigue, and anxiety/depression. Perhaps the most disruptive symptom of fibromyalgia is widespread pain, whether that’s migraines or musculoskeletal pain.  Here at Beverly...

Nerve blocks don’t cure or treat any underlying condition, but they can provide pain relief. Nerve blocks are a type of interventional pain management that reduces pain by “blocking” your nerve’s ability to send pain messages to your brain. Nerve blocks are just one type of pain management techniques offered...

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition known for causing widespread pain, fatigue, and emotional distress. For the four million American adults who have fibromyalgia, the constant dull ache paired with fatigue and brain fog can make it hard to make it through the day. Here at Beverly Hills Migraine and Pain...

Back pain is one of the most common ailments. Cleveland Clinic estimates that nearly 80% of adults experience back pain at some point in their lives. Sometimes back pain is short-lived, but what happens when pain lingers? Because Dr. Benjamin Taimoorazy and the staff at Beverly Hills Migraine and Pain...

Arthritis pain is challenging to deal with at any time, and it can be even more challenging during the winter months when temperatures cool down. Average temperatures during winter in Southern California hover around the 40s, and this is cool enough to exacerbate arthritis.  Staying active is important for people...