There is an ever-growing variety of treatments for those suffering from chronic pain. There is the option of general medicine - oral and topical therapies - that can be used to reduce pain and inflammation. Your doctor may suggest non-medication pain relievers or even use alternative methods like … [Read more...] about Variety of Treatment Options for Chronic Pain
Using Interventional Pain Management to Reduce Pain
Pain management traditionally deals with evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a myriad of acute and chronic pain. As more research develops and medicine progresses, physicians learn about the complex intricacies of pain. The accessibility to research and technologies has led to a sub-specialty … [Read more...] about Using Interventional Pain Management to Reduce Pain
Kyphoplasty
A vertebral fracture or a break in one of the spinal vertebrae is a condition that can make it difficult for individuals to move freely. When a vertebral break occurs the bone fragments may rub against each other, resulting in debilitating pain. In this article, we will discuss a minimally-invasive … [Read more...] about Kyphoplasty
Foot and Ankle Pain
Foot and ankle pain can severely affect day-to-day life. Whether it’s something as minor as a stubbed toe or a persistent condition like plantar fasciitis, nobody wants to suffer from foot or ankle pain. Pain in these lower extremities can differ based on where the pain is being … [Read more...] about Foot and Ankle Pain
Increasing Your Range of Motion with Shoulder Pain
Many conditions can cause joint pain, several of which can become more likely to occur and more severe with age. A few of these conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, frozen shoulder, tendonitis, sprains, and many other injuries. For some, joint pain is a minor irritation and can go unnoticed … [Read more...] about Increasing Your Range of Motion with Shoulder Pain
Lower Back Pain Could Mean More than You Think
There is a reason that upwards of 80 percent of all adults will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. Much of it has to do with the anatomy of the lower (lumbar) spine. This area bears much of the weight of the upper body before transferring it to the pelvis. This includes the … [Read more...] about Lower Back Pain Could Mean More than You Think
How Chronic Pain Spreads
Serious sailors know that a small amount of rust on a boat can become a much bigger problem if it is not addressed quickly. The same applies to pain. Left untreated, it can become worse, become chronic and sometimes spread to other areas of the body. Chronic pain is generally defined as anything … [Read more...] about How Chronic Pain Spreads
Exercises to AVOID If You’re in Pain
Exercise and Chronic Pain Oftentimes individuals suffering with pain become hesitant to exercise. With pain comes varying levels of discomfort including aching, joint stiffness, and limited mobility. These symptoms can make exercise more difficult from a physical aspect. In addition, these … [Read more...] about Exercises to AVOID If You’re in Pain
How Your Diet Can Help Reduce Arthritis Pain
How Diet Affects Inflammation Arthritis is one of many common pain conditions affecting more than 54 million people in the United States. The swelling and tenderness of joints can cause pain, stiffness, and a decreased range of motion, all symptoms that tend to worsen with age. There are several … [Read more...] about How Your Diet Can Help Reduce Arthritis Pain