Chronic Pain Treatment Resources and Industry News
More Than Migraines: Different Types of Headaches
January 9, 2019
Almost everyone has had a headache at some point in their life. For some, it’s a pretty rare, short-lived, inconvenient experience, but for others it is a common occurrence involving
How and Why to Exercise for Pain Relief
December 4, 2018
According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, chronic pain affects approximately 100 million U.S. adults and costs $560 to $635 billion per year in direct medical treatment costs and
Beating the Pains of Aging
December 4, 2018
Many people believe that dealing with pain of some sort is a natural part of aging, and to some extent, that is true. As you age, your ligaments and tendons
Navigating the Drugstore
November 8, 2018
Although we work with our patients to create custom pain management solutions tailored toward each individual and their unique situation, there are times when you may find yourself standing in
What Are Support Groups, and How Can They Help?
November 8, 2018
“There are days when I don’t feel like I’m part of society.” “Nobody else understands what it’s like being in pain all the time.” “When it’s hard to fall asleep
Can Yoga Help With My Pain?
November 8, 2018
Yoga is a type of exercise for both mind and body that combines breath control, meditation, and movements to stretch and strengthen muscles. People have been doing yoga for thousands
Understanding the Different Forms of Physical Pain
November 8, 2018
While it goes without saying that no one is typically a fan of pain, maybe it’s possible to think about pain in a new, less negative way. Try thinking about
Are Trigger Point Injections Right for My Chronic Pain?
October 17, 2018
If you can’t find relief from your chronic pain (including alternative methods like meditation), you might find relief with a trigger point injection (TPI). TPI is a procedure used to
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Use it or lose it: disuse syndrome
April 7, 2020
Disuse Syndrome The phrase “use it or lose it” can apply to many things, including your body. When you don’t use your body, you may experience something called disuse syndrome.
Spring clean bad habits to help chronic pain
April 2, 2020
Many of us naturally feel a desire for spring cleaning when the weather warms up. Inside and outside our homes, it’s a great time to catch up on seasonal tasks.
COVID-19 update and information
March 17, 2020
At Southside Pain Specialists, we have taken every precaution to ensure the safety and well-being of our staff and patients. If you have an appointment, you should feel safe about
Is a spinal cord stimulator the answer to getting your active lifestyle back?
March 8, 2020
When it comes to chronic pain, we have a variety of treatment options, but our goal is usually management rather than finding a cure. One option that has provided excellent
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