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What to Do When Your Face Hurts for More Than a Week

Have you had facial pain for more than a week? No matter the root cause, you need relief. Learn what to do to help resolve the issue and when you should seek medical attention.

Nov 8th, 2024

5 Ways Untreated Scoliosis Affects Your Daily Life

Untreated scoliosis can affect your everyday tasks, from walking and sitting to participating in activities. Read on to learn more about this condition and the importance of getting treatment so you can maintain a healthy, active lifestyle.

Oct 16th, 2024

Chronic Pain Syndrome After an Injury: How to Get Relief

Struggling with chronic pain after an injury? We’re here to help you discover effective strategies for relief. Keep reading to learn more.

Sep 11th, 2024

Why Has PRP Become a Popular Treatment for Pain?

If you struggle with pain, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) might be right for you. Find out why this treatment has become a standout among others.

Aug 16th, 2024

How Does a Spinal Cord Stimulation Trial Work?

Chronic back pain can affect how you get through your day and your overall quality of life. If you’re ready for relief, take a moment to learn how a spinal cord stimulation (SCS) trial works, and see if it might be right for you.

Jul 8th, 2024

Is Scoliosis a Health Concern?

While scoliosis doesn’t seem like it could affect your overall health, it can cause complications you should be aware of. Keep reading to learn more about how scoliosis can have an impact on your body.

Jun 25th, 2024

How Is Knee Bursitis Treated?

Knee bursitis is a painful condition that can limit your mobility and quality of life. Here, we offer several solutions to alleviate inflammation and promote healing — some involve self-care applications and some are medically assisted.

May 17th, 2024

Are Varicose Veins Dangerous?

If you have varicose veins, it’s normal to have some concerns about the way they look. But should you be worried about these bubbly-looking veins impacting your health? Keep reading to learn more.

Apr 8th, 2024

Why Botox® Is Becoming a Popular Migraine Treatment

Botox® is emerging as a favored solution for migraine relief. Learn about its proven effectiveness, minimal invasiveness, and long-lasting results.

Mar 2nd, 2024

4 Alternatives to Opioids for Chronic Pain

Most everyone knows that opioids can offer relief if you suffer from chronic pain, but they can also have negative consequences. Keep reading to learn about alternative treatment options.

Feb 8th, 2024

5 Must-Know Benefits of Radio-Frequency Ablation

If you have chronic pain — especially in your lower back, neck, or joints, radio-frequency ablation (RFA) might be your answer. Let’s explore the many benefits of this procedure.

Jan 17th, 2024

Try These Stretches If You Struggle with Chronic Pain

Chronic pain can be debilitating, but did you know that routine stretching can provide much-needed relief? Here, we explain what stretches can help — step-by-step.

Dec 7th, 2023

When It's Time to Consider Cortisone Injections

If you have pain or inflammation in your body, cortisone injections might be your answer. Read on to learn when this treatment option should be considered and what you can expect from it.

Nov 2nd, 2023

My Face Hurts — What Does It Mean?

Though many cases of facial pain aren’t harmful to your health and can be easily managed at home, more serious issues need medical attention. Take a moment to learn more about why you might experience pain in your face.

Oct 5th, 2023

Why Your Hips Hurt More the Older You Get

As you age, it’s possible to develop hip pain over time. Let’s look at what causes hip pain and consider ways to help you avoid it.

Sep 7th, 2023

Is It Possible for a Herniated Disc to Heal On Its Own?

Do you suffer from a herniated disc? If so, you might be wondering if it can heal without medical intervention. Keep reading to learn more.

Aug 3rd, 2023

The Link Between Mental Health Conditions and CPS

If you have chronic pain syndrome, our team understands the profound effect it can have on your well-being — especially your mental health. Let’s look at how this condition can impact you and also talk about what kind of help is available.

Jul 13th, 2023

5 Things No One Told You About Managing Cancer Pain

Knowing the causes of your cancer pain, as well as its effects on your whole body, can help you in many ways. Keep reading to learn more.

Jun 9th, 2023

Lesser-Known Causes of Back Pain

Though back pain is relatively common, its actual cause might not be. Let’s look past the obvious reasons for back pain and learn about its lesser-known causes.

May 9th, 2023

When Should I Consider Spinal Cord Stimulation for My Back Pain?

If you suffer from chronic back pain and traditional treatments haven’t provided relief, it may be time to consider spinal cord stimulation. Here, you’ll find out what it is and how it works.

Apr 13th, 2023

Soothe Tight, Sensitive Muscles with Trigger Point Injections

Trigger point pain is no joke. Though home remedies aim to give you the relief you need, you might need to take treatment a step further with trigger point injections. Learn how they work and why they might be your answer.

Mar 15th, 2023

7 Key Benefits of Physical Therapy for Fibromyalgia Pain Management

Do you have fibromyalgia but have concerns that physical therapy might be too difficult? Once you learn about the benefits of exercise, you might change your mind.

Feb 21st, 2023

All About Sciatic Nerve Pain: Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Do you have pain that travels down one side of your back and leg? If so, you might have sciatica, which is a condition that can be treated. Don’t suffer any longer. Read on to learn more about sciatic nerve pain and how to get the relief you need.

Jan 17th, 2023

How Does a Trial Spinal Cord Stimulation Work?

If you suffer from chronic nerve pain, a spinal cord stimulator might be your answer. But, first, you need a trial run. Learn how this trial period works and find out if this minimally invasive approach can give you the relief you need.

Dec 13th, 2022

Understanding Chronic Headaches and How They're Treated

Suffering from chronic headaches can greatly affect your quality of life. That’s why you need a solution. Read on to learn how to treat chronic headaches so you can enjoy your normal daily routine and more.

Nov 10th, 2022

How PRP Can Treat Your Acute Condition

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is quickly growing in popularity. That’s because of the results this treatment offers, plus its many other benefits. If you have an acute condition that causes pain, PRP might be your answer.

Oct 12th, 2022

Why Am I Having Delayed Pain After My Car Accident?

If you’ve been in a car accident and walked away without bodily injury — but feel pain after a few days — this is actually normal. Find out why this happens, and learn what signs to pay attention to after an automobile wreck to avoid further complications.

Sep 7th, 2022

4 Reasons Why Your Sports Injury Needs Medical Attention

If you’re an active person who likes to play sports, work out, or do other athletic activities, it’s no secret that you’re susceptible to getting hurt. And if you do, it’s best to get medical attention for your sports injury. Here’s why.

Aug 8th, 2022

How a Medial Branch Block Can Successfully Treat Your Back Pain

If you suffer from back pain, you need a solution. Here, you’ll learn about a medial branch block and find out why it might be right for you.

Jul 6th, 2022

6 Benefits of Radiofrequency Ablation

Do you suffer from chronic pain? Radiofrequency ablation can provide relief and offer many benefits. Keep reading to learn more.

Jun 1st, 2022

Phantom Limb Pain: Why You Should Talk to Your Doctor About It

Not only can phantom limb pain (PLP) cause present physical issues that you can feel, but it can also affect your state of mind. If you struggle with the idea of getting help, we have compassion for your condition and the expertise to treat you.

May 3rd, 2022

How PRP Therapy Accelerates the Healing Process

When you experience acute or chronic pain or an injury, you want relief as quickly as possible. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy offers safe, natural healing. Read on to learn more.

Apr 7th, 2022

Understanding the Reasons for Your Hand and Wrist Pain

You rely on your hands and wrists every day. But, if they cause you pain, the results can be debilitating. Take a moment to find out some possible root causes of your pain and learn how we can treat it.

Mar 3rd, 2022

Is a Spinal Cord Stimulator Right for Me?

If your treatments for chronic back pain haven’t worked, a spinal cord stimulator might be right for you. Keep reading to find out if you might be a candidate for this treatment.

Feb 16th, 2022

Botox® for More Than Just Beauty

Botox® is great for cosmetic purposes, but did you know it can also reduce pain caused by certain health conditions? Here, you’ll learn what Botox is, how it works, and how it can alleviate painful issues.

Jan 13th, 2022

How Discography Can Manage Your Back Pain

If you have chronic back pain and haven’t experienced success with any of your treatments, discography can help. Learn how this procedure can identify the root cause of your issue and help your expert physicians treat your back problem successfully.

Dec 13th, 2021

Is There Help for My Migraines?

If you experience migraines, you need a solution for your pain. Keep reading to find out how our team can help relieve your suffering and restore your quality of life.

Nov 14th, 2021

Relief for Your Pinched Nerves

Pinched nerves can cause uncomfortable symptoms, from mild to severe. Here, you’ll learn some ways to get relief on your own or how to prevent them from getting pinched.

Oct 14th, 2021

Why Medical Marijuana Might Be Right for You

Have you struggled to find a solution for your chronic pain or other health conditions? Medical marijuana might be your answer. Keep reading to learn how it can treat you and offer other benefits, as well.

Sep 9th, 2021

4 Bad Habits That May Be Worsening Your Knee Pain

Did you know that making a few adjustments to your lifestyle can improve the condition of your knee pain? Take a moment to learn what habits you can change to help slow down the progression of your knee issues.

Aug 17th, 2021

Why Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Is a Game-Changer for Knee and Other Joint Pain

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy can produce notable changes in your body if you suffer from any kind of joint pain. It can help you heal and get back to your normal, daily routine. Find out how PRP works and how it can benefit you.

Jul 12th, 2021

How Viscosupplementation (Gel Injections) Alleviates Chronic Knee Pain

Do you suffer from chronic knee pain? Viscosupplementation is a quick procedure that could help relieve your discomfort. Keep reading to learn how it works.

Jun 29th, 2021

Why a Spinal Cord Stimulator May Be the Answer to Your Chronic Back or Neck Pain

Finding a solution for your chronic back or neck pain can be daunting, especially when you haven’t had success so far. Take a moment to learn why a spinal cord stimulator might be right for you.

May 20th, 2021

Understanding the Causes of Pinched Nerves

While pinched nerves are common, they can cause numerous issues in your body. Once you understand how they develop, you can help prevent or avoid them altogether. Keep reading to learn more.

Apr 1st, 2021

What to Do If You Have Whiplash

If you suffered an injury and now have neck pain and stiffness, it could be whiplash — which shouldn’t be ignored. Learn to recognize the symptoms of whiplash and find treatment to relieve your pain.

Mar 1st, 2021

How a Lumbar Sympathetic Block Treatment Works

If you have pain in your lower extremities, a lumbar sympathetic block might be right for you. Take a moment to learn what conditions this treatment can help and how it works.

Feb 17th, 2021

Are You a Candidate for Stem Cell Therapy?

Do you have a disease or an injury that affects your quality of life? Stem cell therapy might be the answer to help heal your body. Find out more about how it works and if it’s right for you.

Jan 20th, 2021

How Effective Is Viscosupplementation Therapy in Remedying Knee Pain?

Do you have knee pain? Have most treatments failed you? Viscosupplementation might be your answer. Our team can provide this easy, tolerant treatment to give you the relief you need.

Dec 14th, 2020

How PRP Treatment Can Help You Overcome an Injury

Do you need a treatment option for your injury that doesn’t require surgery? Consider PRP therapy. It offers minimal downtime, helps you heal quickly, and only takes about 30 minutes per treatment.

Nov 30th, 2020

Is Spinal Stenosis to Blame for Your Chronic Back Pain?

When your spinal nerves are compressed, chronic pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness often add up to a diagnosis of spinal stenosis. Fight this degenerative condition by choosing from many safe, minimally invasive treatments now available for it.

Oct 21st, 2020

Medical Marijuana: An Alternative Treatment for Chronic Pain

Marijuana as Medical Treatment Medical marijuana treatment is getting more mainstream. Its popularity surges as it is an effective alternative to traditional medicine for chronic pain. It eases a lot of types of chronic pain, such as inflammation and...

Aug 17th, 2020

Control Pain and Improve Your Life with Regenerative Medicine

What is Regenerative Medicine? Regenerative Medicine refers to the branch of medical science that generates ways to replace, repair, or regrow diseased or damaged cells, tissues, or organs.

Aug 17th, 2020

5 Myths About Chronic Pain

Overview Pain is inevitable. The International Association for the Study of Pain states that pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with or resembling an actual or potential tissue damage.

Jul 29th, 2020

6 Causes of Back and Neck Pain While Working From Home

Overview Even before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, millions worldwide worked either partly or entirely from home.

Jul 20th, 2020

7 Causes of Wrist Pain You Should Never Ignore

Overview The prevalence of smartphones and computer-focused work has prompted more people to feel pain in the wrists. Our wrist is primarily made up of a collection of small bones and is wrapped around in very little protective tissue.

Jun 26th, 2020

Meniscus Tear: Management and Treatment Options

Overview Meniscus tears refer to the damage or rupture of the cartilage piece that serves as a cushion between the thighbone (femur) and the shinbone (tibia).

Jun 26th, 2020

Time of Crisis: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic

Overview Knowledge is power. Thus, gaining a larger understanding of the new global pandemic that is ultimately helpful for one’s survival.

Mar 23rd, 2020

Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries

Overview Sports injuries can be considered as inevitable when doing a strenuous physical activity. While doing an exercise or participating in a sports activity, a sports injury could occur especially if you play contact sports,...

Mar 17th, 2020

Using CBD for Pain Management

Many people are still reluctant about the beneficial effects of CBD in relieving pain. Even though it is becoming increasingly popular in the medical field, more scientific research is needed to make sure that it is safe.

Mar 17th, 2020

The Best Ways to Treat and Prevent Tendonitis

How Do You Know If you Have Tendonitis? If you’re into sports, then you are familiar with Tennis elbow, Pitcher’s shoulder, and Jumper’s knee.

Feb 17th, 2020

How to Choose The Right Pain Doctor

Overview Pain has two distinct types; acute, and chronic. Acute pain refers to the pain that has a healing or recovery process with a predictable timeframe but chronic pain can be constant and can last more than three months.

Feb 17th, 2020

When to See a Doctor for Back Pain?

What is Back Pain? Back pain is so common that the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) stated that 80% of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes. It is the most common cause of...

Feb 11th, 2020

How to Manage Phantom Limb Pain

Overview Phantom Limb Pain (PLP) refers to the pain that the one feels from a limb that is no longer there. The most common limb pain is from an amputated arm or from an amputated leg.

Feb 10th, 2020

What You Need to Know About Knee Bursitis

What is Knee Bursitis? Knee bursitis is an inflammation of a bursa in your knee. A bursa is a small fluid-filled sac that is situated near your knee joints and tendons.

Nov 27th, 2019

Good Posture Guide to Prevent Back Pain

Overview At some point in our lives, we get back pains and this is something we cannot avoid. This may be caused by an accident, a sports injury, a congenital condition such as scoliosis, or it could be because of a sedentary lifestyle.

Nov 27th, 2019

Radiofrequency Ablation: Chronic Pain Treatment That May Be Right For You

Overview Everyone feels pain. Pain occurs when something hurts, causing an uncomfortable or unpleasant feeling. When you cut your finger while chopping onions or when you pull a muscle, you feel pain and that’s normal.

Nov 26th, 2019

Lifestyle Changes You Must Try To Manage Migraines

Dealing with Migraine If you’ve ever experienced a migraine headache, you know all too well how important it is to treat this painful condition aggressively. Learning to identify what triggers your migraines can go a long way toward helping you manage the

Oct 8th, 2019

Viscosupplementation Treatment: Good Option for Osteoarthritis

What Is Osteoarthritis? With the aging of the world’s population, age-related diseases become rampant, especially osteoarthritis.

Oct 8th, 2019

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injection: Illness-Causing-Pain Treatment

What is Platelet-rich Plasma Injection? Just recently, more and more doctors have realized that the human body has the capability to heal itself. The platelet-rich plasma therapy harnesses the body’s natural ability to heal itself.

Sep 17th, 2019

6 Healthy Habits To Prevent Arthritis

What causes arthritis to flare up? For years, the quality of life keeps on depleting because of arthritis through less applying arthritis prevention methods. From the air we breathe, the water we drink, and especially the food that we eat. We eat more of w

Aug 15th, 2019

How To Prevent Sprains and Strains

Sprains vs. Strains Some people get confused between a sprain and a strain. A sprain is the effect of an injury to a ligament.

Aug 5th, 2019

Best Treatment for Arthritis Pain

Overview You’re likely just thinking about opening jars, pulling out weeds, hanging up washing or even just getting out of your chair. But for those with arthritis, these sorts of everyday tasks can be difficult and painful, if not impossible.

Jul 16th, 2019

How To Tell If You Have Scoliosis

What is Scoliosis? Medical condition where the spine curves sideways is a signs of scoliosis. A person with scoliosis either has a C- or S-shaped curved spine. Scoliosis can sometimes be linked to muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, birth defect,...

Jul 2nd, 2019

How To Combat Lower Back Pain

What is Lower Back Pain? Lower back pain targets the section of your back that starts below your rib cage and down to the length of your spine.

Jun 14th, 2019

Botox: A Non-Surgical Treatment for Migraines

Chronic Migraine Symptoms A migraine isn’t just a bad headache. A migraine is an incapacitating syndrome with symptoms that usually lasts between four and seventy-two hours.

Jun 10th, 2019

The Impact of Chronic Pain in Your Work Performance

Understanding Chronic Pain Any physical discomfort that lasts for at least six months is diagnosed as chronic pain. Chronic pain affects over 50 million Americans, most of whom work full-time.

Jun 3rd, 2019

Stem Cell Therapy

Stem Cell Therapy: What Is It and What Is It For? There about 37.2 trillion cells in our bodies. With each type, they have their own distinct function in order to keep our bodies healthy.

May 10th, 2019

Understanding Arthritis

An Overview of Arthritis Arthritis is caused by inflammation in the joints. The term arthritis is used to describe pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. A joint area is an area of our bodies where two different bones collide.

Apr 17th, 2019

Facet Joint Syndrome

Facet Joint Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Your spine functions as a three-joint complex in each level. There are two facet joints on your back and a large disc in front that comprise each intervertebral section.

Apr 3rd, 2019

Fibromyalgia Syndrome: Do You Think You Have It?

An Overview of Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia, also called fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) has been characterized as a disorder that causes musculoskeletal pain that is accompanied by fatigue, memory issue, mood swings, and sleep disorders.

Mar 25th, 2019

Superior Hypogastric Plexus: A Procedure Used To Decrease Pelvic Pain

Superior hypogastric plexus block is the common treatment for tailbone or pelvic pain. The superior hypogastric plexus is a retroperitoneal structure located bilaterally at the level of the lower 3rd of the fifth lumbar and...

Mar 7th, 2019

Everything You Need to Know About Scoliosis

Overview Scoliosis is a disorder wherein there is an abnormal curve of the spine or backbone. There is an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine which can cause your back to look sideways.

Feb 14th, 2019

Cervical Radiculopathy: More than just a “Pinched Nerve”

Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerve) Overview Compression and irritation of nerve in the neck may branches away from spinal cord. This causes pain that travels towards the shoulder, causes muscle weaknesses that radiates down the arm and into the hand.

Feb 1st, 2019