Chronic Pain Treatment Resources and Industry News
What you learn along the way: reasons to be thankful for pain
November 8, 2019
Pain is something that everyone goes through at some point in their life, whether it’s short-term pain or long-term, chronic pain. No one likes it, and we all want it
Understanding diagnostic discography
October 8, 2019
Discography is a diagnostic technique used to evaluate back pain. More specifically, the procedure helps to identify if an abnormal disc in the spine is the source of pain. This
What’s the difference between chronic and acute pain?
October 4, 2019
None of us like pain, but in many ways, it is actually a good thing for our bodies. Pain occurs when something hurts, causing an uncomfortable or unpleasant feeling. This
Chronic pain and the changing seasons
September 10, 2019
Fall is upon us, and while it may be hard for many people to let go of summer and the fun it brings, others may dread the new season for
Osteoporosis: Symptoms, Risk Factors, Prevention
September 10, 2019
From the moment you are born until young adulthood, your bones are developing and strengthening. Bones are living tissue that constantly changes. Our bones are at their most dense when
Managing anxiety caused by chronic pain
August 12, 2019
If you have been diagnosed with a chronic condition that causes pain, such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, migraine headaches, or others, it can feel like your future is uncertain. How will
What is an epidural steroid injection?
August 5, 2019
An epidural steroid injection is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat back, neck, leg, and arm pain caused by inflamed spinal nerves due to spinal stenosis or disc herniation.
More than medicine: managing migraines with lifestyle
July 16, 2019
You eat dark chocolate, and you get a really bad headache. You drink a glass of wine, and you get a really bad headache. You have an extremely stressful day
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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
Are gut health and chronic pain related?
November 16, 2020
“Gut health” has been a bit of a buzzword lately, so it’s no surprise that there have been recent developments related to how your gut health might be influencing chronic
How a positive attitude and being thankful can help chronic pain
November 10, 2020
Studies show that practicing gratitude even when it’s more difficult to find things to be thankful for can have a huge effect on not only your mental health but also