Chronic Pain and Your Immune System Chronic pain can cause so many frustrations for people. Aching, burning, discomfort, limited mobility, emotional frustration, all of these are side effects of chronic pain. Chronic pain is a worldwide problem and the most common disability in the United States. … [Read more...] about Chronic Pain and Your Immune System
Treating Myofascial Pain and Trigger Point Pain
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 … [Read more...] about Treating Myofascial Pain and Trigger Point Pain
Chronic Pain & The Central Nervous System
Chronic pain is pain that is ongoing or lasts longer than 6 months. And while this pain can be debilitating and affect your daily life, it can also cause other serious health issues and affect the central nervous system. How Pain Signals Work in Your Body Your brain and spinal cord work … [Read more...] about Chronic Pain & The Central Nervous System
How Does Chronic Pain Affect Sleep?
Sleep is key to your bodyās overall health. But if you experience chronic pain, sleep can become problematic. In fact, sleep disturbances are present in 67%-88% of all chronic pain cases. āSleep disturbancesā is a catchall phrase for any type of difficulty sleeping. The most … [Read more...] about How Does Chronic Pain Affect Sleep?
Chronic Pain: Things to Know
Chronic pain is classified as a pain or discomfort that is ongoing and lasts three months or longer. It is typically caused by an underlying chronic condition, although not always. Unlike pain from pulling a muscle or stubbing your toe that goes away after the injury is healed, chronic pain can last … [Read more...] about Chronic Pain: Things to Know
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain
Living with chronic pain is often associated with a decreased quality of life, diminished state-of-mind, can put a lot of stress on oneās mental health. When your body aches, you know the pain is just not āin your headā and the discomfort is real. Pain becomes your whole … [Read more...] about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain
How to Treat Adult Degenerative Scoliosis
Degenerative adult scoliosis, also known as adult onset scoliosis, is when the facet joints and intervertebral discs deteriorate and lead to a curve in the spine. This side-to-side curve occurs over time as a person gets older. Commonly, it begins after the age of 40, and is more frequently … [Read more...] about How to Treat Adult Degenerative Scoliosis
Things to Know About Neuropathic Pain
What is Neuropathic Pain? When damage or dysfunction is caused to the nervous system, the nerves are unable to function properly which can cause pain. This is called neuropathic pain. The pain stems from the nerves inability to transmit sensations to the brain, resulting in a sense of … [Read more...] about Things to Know About Neuropathic Pain
What is Diabetic Neuropathy?
Nearly half of patients who have diabetes suffer from some kind of neuropathy. Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by high glucose levels. It is common and serious for patients who have diabetes. While diabetic neuropathy can cause issues with the digestive system, blood vessels, … [Read more...] about What is Diabetic Neuropathy?