Living with pain does not have to be “the norm.” In fact, incorporating a regular stretching routine into you daily activities can not only help you find pain relief, but it can prevent pain from becoming persistent. Seeing a physical therapist or specialist all the time to guide you … [Read more...] about At-Home Stretches for Pain Relief
9 Common Treatment Options for Chronic Pain
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 9 Common Treatment Options for Chronic Pain
What are NSAIDs?
Inflammation is the body’s response to injury or irritation. As a self-defense mechanism, inflammation can be key to determining what is wrong, although reducing that inflammation is crucial to managing your pain. Taking an NSAID can help reduce pain. Instead of prescribing opioids or … [Read more...] about What are NSAIDs?
Taking Your Life Back From Chronic Pain
When you are affected by pain, daily life, normal activities, and hobbies can become a challenge. Even the amount of sleep you get, the thoughts you have, and basic daily tasks can be negatively affected by pain. Your quality of life and desire to resume regular activities plays an … [Read more...] about Taking Your Life Back From Chronic Pain
Pain Management and Non-Opioid Treatments
The opioid crisis is spreading across the nation at lightening speed. Many states are cracking down on opioid prescriptions to prevent misuse and over-prescribing medications for pain management. However, this causes many chronic pain patients to feel confused and mislead regarding their … [Read more...] about Pain Management and Non-Opioid Treatments
Radiofrequency Lesioning: How it Works
If you suffer from chronic low back pain or neck pain and do not find relief from other pain management treatments or interventional medicine, radiofrequency lesioning (RFL) may be a good option. What is Radiofrequency Lesioning & Ablation? Radiofrequency lesioning (ablation) is a … [Read more...] about Radiofrequency Lesioning: How it Works
Can Warmer Weather Worsen Chronic Pain?
Although it can’t be entirely explained with an exact reason, it can’t be ignored that heat and humidity worsens chronic pain conditions. Patients report that their pain increases when there is a change in the weather, which can be directly correlated to a shift in barometric … [Read more...] about Can Warmer Weather Worsen Chronic Pain?
Trigger Point Pain & Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Causes & Treatments
Trigger point pain is a condition that can affect anyone. Pressure on sensitive areas in your muscles, called trigger points, causes pain. This is most common after muscles are contracted and used in repetitive movements. Pain can be caused by doing things you love, at work, or even by stress. If … [Read more...] about Trigger Point Pain & Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Causes & Treatments
Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy: How it Works
Platelet-rich therapy harnesses the body’s ability to heal itself. In recent years, platelet-rich therapy has been used to channel the body’s natural capabilities to regrow tissue and heal itself. What is Platelet-Rich Plasma? The liquid part of blood is called plasma, which is composed of … [Read more...] about Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy: How it Works