Chronic Pain Treatment Resources and Industry News
Hello spring: Commit to a more active lifestyle for pain management
March 6, 2020
We know that changing seasons may have an effect on pain levels, but different seasons can also affect your lifestyle. After a long, cold, rainy winter season, spring is finally
Sacroiliac joint injections for back pain
February 13, 2020
Do you know where your sacroiliac joints are? While most of us have probably heard the word “sacroiliac,” not many actually know what this is. For those with chronic back
Is your back pain due to degenerative disc disease?
February 7, 2020
Degenerative Disc Disease According to the Arthritis Foundation, a very basic definition of degenerative disc disease is: “back pain caused by worn-down vertebral discs.” There’s a little more to the
Should I see a psychologist for my pain?
January 8, 2020
Pain is the most common reason why people see a physician, according to the American Psychological Association. This is partly because we typically think about pain as purely a physical
3 New Year’s resolutions that will help your chronic pain
January 6, 2020
What do you think the most common New Year’s resolutions are? According to the National Pain Report, they are as follows: Exercise more Lose weight Eat healthier Take a more
Stop the cycle of chronic pain & sleepless nights
December 11, 2019
Pain is a key factor in the gap between the amount of sleep Americans say they need and the amount they’re getting, according to the National Sleep Foundation. On average,
Defining arthritis & finding ways to cope with the pain
December 7, 2019
Arthritis is a very common but not well understood disease. The term “arthritis” is not a single disease, but an informal way of referring to joint pain or joint disease,
You are what you eat: how anti-inflammatory diets can help with pain
November 12, 2019
Some chronic conditions may cause inflammation in your body. While medication and other treatments are important, it may be that adopting an anti-inflammatory diet will be beneficial as well. Changing
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Managing fibromyalgia in the workplace
February 17, 2021
Having fibromyalgia can make it difficult to carry out daily activities, including working at many types of jobs. Symptoms of fatigue, brain fog, and widespread pain may make it difficult
Is dehydration the cause of your headaches?
February 3, 2021
Most likely, you have had a headache at some point in your life. If so, you’re not alone, as 9 out of 10 people will experience a headache at some
Causes of chronic pain & how we treat this elusive condition
January 20, 2021
Chronic pain is a condition that describes persistent pain that lasts from weeks to years, typically more than 12 consecutive weeks. Chronic pain is most common in people between 40
8 tips for having the best pain management appointment
January 5, 2021
We will be the first ones to admit that helping our patients manage their chronic pain is challenging. Very rarely can we cure pain, but we do have many treatment
Winter check-list for people with arthritis
December 22, 2020
As we embark on the winter season, many people with arthritis dread the cold weather and the increased pain that often comes with it. For those who have osteoarthritis or
Find the right balance to avoid pain flare-ups during the holidays
December 2, 2020
The holiday season can be a challenging time for pain management. It is often a time when we are transitioning to colder weather, which can bring about increased aches and