Chronic Pain Treatment Resources and Industry News
Nerve Blocks: How They Can Improve Pain
March 17, 2022
Nerve blocks are a treatment option for patients at Southside Pain Specialists who experience severe chronic pain. They involve an injection of local anesthetic and steroid directly to the area
What Exactly Does a Pain Management Specialist Do?
February 16, 2022
When you begin experiencing symptoms of pain, whether chronic or acute, there could be many, many reasons for it. Chronic pain, especially, can be a very elusive condition. Many people
6 Healthy Habits for Pain Relief
January 14, 2022
When it comes to making changes to improve your health or to improve chronic pain, many people get caught up with big goals. Joining the gym and signing up for
The Connection Between Sleep & Chronic Pain
December 14, 2021
You’re in pain, so you get anxious that you won’t be able to sleep. You sleep poorly, so you wake up feeling tired and depressed. When you feel bad, it
Foods to Eat & Avoid for Pain Flare-Ups
November 6, 2021
We know that an anti-inflammatory diet can help with chronic pain management. It’s just one of the many tools we have in our arsenal of treatment options and other approaches,
Smoking, Alcohol, & Obesity: 3 Big Risk Factors for Chronic Pain
October 15, 2021
Chronic pain is a complicated, often confusing condition. We are still learning more and more about causes, treatments, and risk factors. But there are three major risk factors we already
Seek Treatment for Chronic Pain During Pain Awareness Month
September 13, 2021
Chronic pain affects as many as 50 million Americans. To raise awareness about this major issue, every September, pain specialists and advocates celebrate what we can do, how we can
All About Back Pain
August 15, 2021
Over our lifetimes, most of us will experience back pain. It can be caused by many reasons, and typically it gradually improves over time with home treatment and self-care. However,
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How Chronic Pain Affects Your Mental Health
May 20, 2023
Chronic pain is a condition that is often accompanied by emotional distress. It can have a profound effect on both physical and mental health, resulting in feelings of depression, anxiety,
Is Your Pain Chronic or Acute?: How to Tell the Difference
April 15, 2023
Pain is how your body communicates to your brain that something is wrong. While pain is never a pleasant experience, pain can help pinpoint where and why something isn’t right
What is the Best Treatment for Chronic Back Pain?
March 15, 2023
Chronic back pain is highly distressing, distracting, and, unfortunately, extremely common. According to the National Library of Medicine, it’s thought that at least 20% of adults in the world are
Chronic Pain Diagnosis & Treatment: Medial Branch Blocks
February 15, 2023
Over 50 million people in the U.S. suffer from chronic pain. Beyond the discomfort, it can be frustrating to go for days, months, or years without a diagnosis that provides
Health Benefits of Antioxidants & Chronic Pain
January 31, 2023
For too many Americans, chronic pain is an excellent motivator. As recently as 2016, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimated that upwards of 20.4% of US adults suffered from
Can Inactivity Lead to Chronic Pain? The Importance of Pain Management
December 31, 2022
Chronic pain affects nearly 50 million Americans. Just as there are numerous chronic pain sufferers, there are numerous causes for chronic pain. It can be challenging to sift through all