Chronic Pain Treatment Resources and Industry News
Recovery After Spinal Cord Stimulation Procedure
January 4, 2017
Spinal cord stimulation is recommended for those with neuropathic or radicular pain. Sometimes, amputees who suffer from “phantom pain” may require this surgery. Other candidates may be those who suffer
Debunking Myths Around Osteoporosis
November 18, 2016
Myth #1 – Osteoporosis only affects women Osteoporosis is a serious bone disease that affects both women and men. According to the National Institutes of Health, over 40 million men
To Anyone Who Doesn’t Know What Migraines Feel Like
October 13, 2016
Like many people we see in our clinic, you may be wondering if you have migraines. We know it can be difficult to tell since migraine symptoms vary so much
Spinal Compression Fractures
September 27, 2016
Do have very severe acute back pain that feels better with rest? Do you have pain throughout your lower extremities? These could all be symptoms caused by a spinal compression
How Epidural Steroid Injections Work
August 9, 2016
What is an Epidural Steroid Injection? A minimally invasive procedure that can help improve and relieve back, neck, arm, and leg pain, caused by spinal nerves that have become inflamed. Common
Rising Stars of Health Care
August 9, 2016
We are excited to share that Southside Pain Specialists Jim Carson has been highlighted in Biz Journals’ “Rising Stars of Health Care” for 2016. This article highlights the young and
Handling Hardships of Your Chronic Pain
June 28, 2016
Chronic pain is unlike many other medical issues in that it can be extremely variable for each individual. Have you tried different treatment options and still have your chronic pain?
Spinal Cord Stimulation
May 27, 2016
Do you have ongoing neck or back pain? Any type of spinal pain can be a major hindrance on your daily activities, but there are ways you can improve your quality of
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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
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