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Trigger Point Injection Therapy for Chronic Pain

June 19, 2023December 20, 2022

Did you know that there are as many as 600 muscles in the human body? While muscles allow us to move and breathe, they can also cause us a lot of pain. This is where trigger point injection therapy for chronic pain can come in handy.

But what exactly is this type of therapy and how can a trigger point injection therapy specialist help you and your chronic pain? Keep reading and learn more about how it works below and how it might be able to get to the root of your chronic pain.

A Guide for Effective Treatment for Chronic Leg Pain

June 19, 2023December 16, 2022

Leg pain may occur for a variety of reasons and it may occur in varying degrees of severity. For example, a person may only occasionally feel a dull ache in their leg from time to time which might not interfere too much with their daily life. On the other hand, another person might experience such severe leg pain that it might even be impossible for them to walk.

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How do cortisone steroid injections help for hip and back pain?

June 19, 2023December 1, 2022

If you live with hip and back pain, you already know how overwhelming it can be just to manage your day-to-day symptoms. Add on trying to figure out long-term treatment and symptom management, and it’s no wonder that you may be feeling stuck. With so many treatments available, it can be difficult to figure out … Read more

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Managing Arthritis Pain: Treatment, Medications, and More

June 19, 2023November 29, 2022

There are many treatments and medications available to manage arthritis pain and alleviate the symptoms that disrupt your everyday activities. Arthritis is a fairly common condition. At least one in six US adults reports some form of arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And that number is projected to increase … Read more

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Chronic Pain: What Is It, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

June 19, 2023November 9, 2022

Did you know that chronic pain affects over 20% of adults in the United States? It limits work, exercise, and social activities and significantly impacts your overall quality of life. Many people live with chronic pain and feel it’s something they must tolerate. But the more you ask the question, “what is chronic pain,” the … Read more

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5 Treatment Options for Your Neck Pain

June 19, 2023November 3, 2022

Living with pain can be a nightmare. You might have trouble focusing on your personal and professional life. You might not be able to enjoy all the things you used to like. Pain can cripple you. Neck pain is no different. Fortunately, healthcare is in a constant state of flux, always evolving to help people … Read more

How Effective is Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Pain?

June 19, 2023November 1, 2022

Over 50 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. That’s 20.5% of the U.S. population. To put that into perspective, that’s more than the entire population of Spain. Chronic pain impacts every single aspect of your life. It can even rewire your brain and change your personality. Living with chronic pain makes those who suffer less … Read more

Man standing holding his back because of lumbar spinal stenosis and needing pain management help

What is Lumbar Spinal Stenosis?

June 19, 2023September 20, 2022

What is Lumbar Spinal Stenosis? Your spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that runs through a tunnel formed by the bones in your spine. The tunnel is called the spinal canal which holds the spinal cord, nerve roots, and spinal fluid. Lumbar spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower part … Read more

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Why should I see a pain management doctor?

June 19, 2023September 8, 2022

Sometimes pain is a brief inconvenience, but sometimes it can take over all aspects of your life. A life with constant, excruciating pain flooding your body can impact your life far beyond just physically. Pain can affect your health, wellness, sleep, work, social life, mood, hobbies, and your ability to take care of yourself and … Read more