Chronic pain is debilitating, and no one wants to live with it. If you are one of the millions of Americans living with chronic pain, you may be struggling to find an effective solution to relieve pain.
Nov 22nd, 2019
Chronic pain is debilitating, and no one wants to live with it. If you are one of the millions of Americans living with chronic pain, you may be struggling to find an effective solution to relieve pain.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is steadily gaining popularity for use in treating musculoskeletal conditions, especially knee pain. Currently, PRP therapy is used to treat athletes with injuries in order to speed up the healing process.
The bones that make up your spine can weaken and break resulting in chronic back pain, hunched posture, and lost height. It usually occurs when a bloc-like part of the spine’s vertebrae become compressed due to trauma or disease.
If you have been experiencing lower back pain recently, be assured that you are not alone. At some point in their lives, 80% of adults will experience back pain.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that nearly 218,000 people in the United States have died from overdose related to prescription opioids. That number represents deaths between 1990 and 2017...
A physiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal problems. Their primary focus is on using nonsurgical treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility which has been affected by an injury or healt
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder where your body mistakenly attacks your body’s tissues, causing chronic inflammation in your joints as well as other bodily systems...
If working long hours or engaging in heavy activity has taken a toll on your body, you may experience physical and mental fatigue. Such fatigue may lead to back pains that may seem harmless.
Pain medications, surgery, and injections are not your only options when it comes to joint pain. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a versatile and effective regenerative medicine treatment that can also help.
People often perceive physiatrists and physical therapists as one and the same. While it’s true that physical therapists and physiatrists treat the same conditions, there are marked differences between how they treat patients.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes the body’s immune system (meant to protect you from infections and illnesses) to attack joints. This results in inflammation, pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints.
Most people are aware that arthritis targets the joints and causes swelling and pain. But did you know that aside from this, other parts of the body like the skin and eyes can also be affected?
The shoulder is very versatile in terms of function and range of motion, but with this versatility comes the risk of sustaining short-term and long-term injuries...
A physiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in healing a patient via physical medicine and rehabilitation rather than the use of surgery. Their goal is to help correct disability and to relieve pain...
Pain is the body’s way of telling you that something is wrong and it needs your attention. However, there are many people who have chronic pain caused by trauma or an underlying health condition, and this requires treatment by a pain management doctor.
If you had chickenpox as a child, you now carry the herpes zoster virus in your body – for life. This virus will hide and lie inactive in nerve tissues in the brain and spinal cord (which together comprise the central nervous system).
Almost 90% of all Americans will experience an episode of back pain at some point in their lifetime. Back pain is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.
Patients who suffer with chronic pain usually have an underlying cause for the pain, such as rheumatoid arthritis or a past injury. However, if a patient has endured chronic pain for many years, the pain signals may continue...
Any bodily pain that lasts for several months or longer is considered chronic pain. If the pain interferes with your normal daily activities or keeps you awake at night, it might be time to consult with a pain management doctor.
Anyone who promises a one-and-done treatment for everyone with addiction doesn’t appreciate the complexities of addiction – which is a very personal thing. The truth about addiction is that there is no cure for it, but there are solutions.
Regenerative medicine has several different approaches: Some center on surgically repairing damaged tissues or organs with bioengineered replacements, and others involve injection-based therapy using a person’s own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or stem cells.
Often, following an injury or joint replacement surgery, patients are left with lingering pain that requires additional physical therapy to regain their strength, stamina, mobility, and function, so they can return to all the activities...
So, you wish you could reap the benefits of regular exercise, but you just don’t have the time. A high-intensity interval training, or HIIT, may be just what your body needs.
Being diagnosed and treated for an illness or injury is only half the battle. The other half is recovering from – or least adapting to – one’s condition as best as one can.
It’s an exciting time in the field of regenerative medicine. Stem cells substitute for damaged or injured cells, allowing natural healing and repair of tissue.
Imagine being able to repair damaged body tissue and treat degenerative bone diseases like osteoarthritis without having to resort to invasive surgery. It’s not only possible, but already being done with the non-invasive, cutting-edge treatment...
Listen to your body. It’s constantly telling you when it feels good – and when it doesn’t.
Think of your doctor as your partner in lifelong health. Don’t just wait to see your primary care physician when you’re sick or injured; having regular visits with your can be beneficial to you and help you stay healthier as you age.
Everyone needs someone to talk to every now and then. Whether its anxiety, social issues, or concerns about mental health, many want to explore treatment by seeking out a mental health professional, usually a psychiatrist or a psychologist.
So, you’re looking for a new doctor. Whether you’ve moved across town, your previous doctor retired, or you’re under a new insurance plan, looking for a new doctor can be difficult and draining.
Most of us have a primary care physician (PCP), but not everyone truly understands what they do and how they can benefit a person’s health and well-being. A primary care provider is more than just a doctor...
If you or a loved one suffers from acute or chronic pain, a doctor may have prescribed an opioid to provide some relief. Opioids can be natural, partially synthetic, or synthetic drugs derived from the poppy plant or chemically created.
If you have health concerns, are sick, or want to find your go-to doctor, you may be wondering whether you should see a physician who’s in family medicine or internal medicine. While both fields include fantastic primary care physicians...
If you suffer from pains and aches anywhere in your body, getting the right treatments to manage and mitigate your pain can be difficult. One of the most popular musculoskeletal pain treatments is physical therapy.
If you keep up with the latest and most advanced medical treatments, you’ve probably heard of stem cell therapy. While stem cell therapy is being used to treat a variety of health conditions – sometimes with only limited success...
You may associate epidural injections with labor and delivery, but did you know epidural injections can also be used to relieve back and neck pain? These anesthetic injections are not just for women who are about to give birth.
Regenerative medicine is the science of using the body’s own natural healing powers to relieve pain or heal injured tissue. Stem cells are found throughout the human body and have the ability to specialize into different types of cells depending on...
If you are experiencing pain or any kind of physical disability as a result of an injury or illness, a physiatrist can be an ideal solution to treat your condition – particularly if you are looking to avoid or postpone surgery.
Physical pain, although unpleasant and at times debilitating, is an important way for the body to let us know that something is wrong and requires attention. There are multiple causes of pain, and people respond to it in very different ways.
Opioids are prescribed to patients who are experiencing severe and debilitating pain from illness or disease or during recovery from surgery. Opioids are extremely effective in relieving pain that over-the-counter and many prescription drugs simply do...
The use of opioids to relieve pain that is chronic and debilitating is a point of contention, for the reason that there are serious risks associated with the use of opioids.
Addiction is the overwhelming compulsion to drink, use drugs, or perform a detrimental act in excess. An addiction that is not kept under control or treated can result in job loss, the end of important relationships, disability, or even death...
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy involves using a patient’s blood to accelerate healing and treat chronic pain and tissue injuries. PRP therapy was initially a popular treatment...
Did you know about 1.5 billion people around the world are living with chronic pain. Chronic pain can make it difficult for you to concentrate during the day and tough for you to sleep at night.
They say pain is a natural part of life, and while that may be true metaphorically, no one should ever have to live life in constant pain. Even at different levels — mild, moderate, and severe — pain is never a pleasant experience and takes away from...
Pain that is due to underlying health conditions or injuries may become chronic – and when that happens, it usually sends patients into a spiral of try-and-test methods just to achieve some relief.
Opioid addiction can feel insurmountable, especially for an addict. The addiction can become so overwhelming that it’s nearly impossible to get out of it without any support.
The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as...
Do you feel recurring or chronic pain in your neck, shoulders, or back? Does the pain make it hard for you to do your normal daily activities?
Spinal cord stimulation or SCS is a neuromodulation technique used to help manage chronic back pain caused by peripheral neuropathy. The device consists of an electrode connected to a generator placed between the spinal cord and vertebrae.
For patients who are suffering from severe back pain due to compression in the spine, and who have already tried noninvasive traction-type techniques to no avail, there are several surgical procedures that can effectively relieve the pain.
Facet joints are small joints between each set of two vertebrae along the spine that provide stability and enable motion. They are also called zygapophysial joints, or Z-joints. Facet joint injections are minimally invasive pain-relief treatments for...
For chronic lower back pain sufferers, radiofrequency neurotomy may be the treatment to bring you much-needed relief. Radiofrequency neurotomy, also called radiofrequency ablation, is a conservative, non-surgical treatment that reduces or...
One of the most debilitating health problems people experience is chronic pain. Chronic pain can develop anywhere in the body and can stop you from doing the things you love and enjoying life.
Vertebroplasty is a type of back surgery that involves the injection of cement into the spine in an effort to stabilize a fractured vertebra, which is usually caused by spinal compression.
Did you know clinical research has shown that pain from your facet joints causes up to 45% of your lower back pain? The facet joints are the bony structures that connect the spinal vertebrae, helping with the movement of the spine and giving support...
Back pain is very common, and people of all ages can experience it. It can dramatically affect your daily routine, making it difficult to function at home, work, or school.
For those living with chronic pain, medically prescribed opioids are a legal and effective way to manage symptoms. However, it is easy to become dependent on opioids such as hydrocodone, oxycodone, morphine, methadone, fentanyl, and tramadol.
Physiatry is medical specialty that focuses on the treatment of injuries, disabilities and disease by employing exercise, massage, mechanical aids, as well as a variety of other physical methods.
Arthritis is a broad term that describes more than 100 different conditions that cause pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. For some, the pain is mild and easily managed with anti-inflammatory medications, rest and diet.
Imagine lifelong chronic pain and injuries healing without the need for surgery or shorter recovery periods for patients who undergo surgery. Such is the promise of regenerative medicine.
The body’s nerves serve as a signaling system that send messages from different parts of the body to the brain and spinal cord. A lot of times when people feel unexplained pain in the body, it is caused by issues with the nerves.
Addiction and substance abuse are characterized by a compulsive need to use and abuse something that leads to harmful consequences. Any type of addiction or substance abuse comes with long-term negative effects. If left untreated, addiction and...
Spinal pain is quite common, but its debilitating effects are always a cause for concern. It can manifest in two ways: pain in the lumbar region or lower back and pain in the cervical region or neck area.
Joint pain can drastically affect the quality of your life. Patients may find it difficult to walk or move around as they please. Fortunately, several treatments can help ease joint pain, allowing people to use their joints unimpeded.
Regenerative medicine is an umbrella discipline that focuses on the study of molecular and cellular processes and attempts to find ways for the body to heal itself. It seeks to treat diseases and injuries by using the body’s healing abilities rather...
Anyone who has an injury, disability, or disease knows how hard it can be to regain your mobility, function, and independence as you begin to recover. Recovering from any condition takes time, dedication, and professional medical assistance.
A marriage of old-fashioned house calls and modern technology, telemedicine offers patients and their providers the opportunity to conduct medical care through secure, HIPAA compliant collaborative technologies, rather than in-person.
We all experience pain at some point. This is not to say that you have to live with it – especially if it prevents you from enjoying life.
You may have heard of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy before but may not know exactly what it is or how it works. Lucky for you, we’ve gathered up some fast facts about it and why you may want to give it a try.
At least 30 million Americans have an eating disorder; of these, 10 million are men. Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses that require immediate medical attention and treatment. Left untreated, eating disorders can weaken...
Choosing the right doctor for you and your family can be a difficult, even complex, decision. With healthcare becoming increasingly fragmented there are even more options to choose from...
Your immune system is your body’s defense mechanism against viruses, bacteria, allergens, and other foreign invaders. When the body detects a harmful or foreign invader, an immunoresponse is triggered...
Opioid therapy is a method of treatment for chronic pain, particularly when other treatments have not worked. It is highly effective at relieving pain and improving the mood and everyday functioning of patients.
Evidence-based exercise rehabilitation is a critical component of any physical therapy treatment plan to help those recovering from an injury or surgery.
The use of opioid therapy for treating chronic pain conditions has increased substantially in recent years, but so has the awareness of its risks. Doctors look for the underlying cause of a patient’s pain, and a lower-risk treatment will be tried before...
Everyone knows the dangers of blood clots that can occur in the legs, lungs, kidneys and worst, the brain. Antiphospholipid Syndrome – AS – is a condition that occurs when the immune system erroneously creates the antibodies for clotting when clotting...
One of the most common plastic surgeries done today is breast augmentation with implants. Breast implants are used to increase the size or appearance of the breasts, or as part of a reconstruction following breast cancer surgery.
Chronic pain is persistent pain that lasts at least 3 months and often much longer. No matter the cause of your chronic pain, the fact is it can make life nearly unbearable.
To understand the differences between ADD and ADHD one must know what each denotes. Attention Deficit Disorder – ADD – is a distinct form of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder — ADHD – minus the hyperactivity element.
Do you get a dull, aching pain at the front or side of your knee? Do you feel a grinding sensation when you flex your knee? This kind of pain is known as anterior knee pain.
Drug and alcohol addiction can wreak havoc on a person’s life. The first step to getting help is acknowledging your addiction. Once you’ve recognized that you have an issue with substance abuse, the next step is to find a treatment program that can help...
When you think of seasonal allergies, winter is probably not the season that comes to mind.
It’s a known fact that we all need sleep. It helps us function and keeps our organs healthy. When we deprive our bodies of sleep, the consequences can be dangerous. Sleep deprivation can cause migraines, make you more susceptible to infection...
There’s a revolution in the health care industry, and it involves a promising field called regenerative medicine. This new type of medical treatment is designed to help restore the structure and function of damaged tissues by using the patient’s own...
When it comes to primary health care, patients have two choices – entrust their care to a general practitioner (GP) or to a multidisciplinary practice.
Research shows a definite correlation between chronic illness and one’s mental health. A recent study of cancer patients, for example, found that one in five developed post-traumatic stress after their diagnosis, which was similar (15-35 percent) to...
If there’s an unusual pain bound to get your prompt attention, it’s an aching knee. That’s because your knee houses the largest, most sturdy and reliable joint in your body, supporting a great deal of your upper body weight.
Many people say that essential oils help with ailments ranging from stomach pain to headaches to stress relief. Some even say it can have benefits for more complex diseases like cancer.
Over the last decade, we have seen a dramatic increase in opiate painkiller abuse in the United States. In fact, an estimated 2.1 million Americans are addicted to prescription painkillers, while approximately 25.3 million are struggling with chronic pain.
Pain management is oftentimes using a combination of multiple pain treatments working together to reduce or eliminate pain. For most people, it’s important to manage pain in order to participate in enjoyable activities and to have quality of life.
Do you remember a time before every other person on the street had a smartphone when everyone’s home internet connection was dial-up, and the word “tablet” referred to a pill or what Moses brought down from the mountain?
It’s not easy finding a new primary care physician (PHP). We’ve all been there: You’re looking for a primary care physician, but nobody is accepting new patients.
The spring season is synonymous with that pollen cloud that coats our lawns, cars, and every area it can cling to. However, fall introduces another series of allergens that can also leave you feeling stuffy should you be unprepared.
Pain is something that most of us have felt at one point or another in our lives – everything from the pain of a stubbed toe to a broken bone to the painful feeling of a broken heart.
The field of rheumatology is incredibly vast, with more than 100 types of rheumatic diseases. All of these diseases target different portions of the body, and they are triggered by different causes; however, all share one common trait: painful joint...
It’s one of the most critical issues facing our nation: America’s opioid crisis is a drug epidemic of mass proportions. Of the more than 63,600 lives lost to drug overdoses in 2016, more than 42,000 (66% of the total) were traced back to opioids.
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In Sanskrit, a mantra is a sound or group of words believed to have psychological and spiritual powers. One of the main principles of yoga, mantras are repeated frequently to affirm and manifest the vision you’re seeking – and to help you enter a deep...