One of the common issues people face as they age is cervical spondylosis. Approximately 90% of people will have the condition. Cervical spondylosis tends to develop somewhere in your 30s and usually manifests in your 60s. There is no need to worry because it is manageable. You may notice more neck pain, which may be a sign of cervical spondylosis. It is possible for some people not to be aware that they have it. However, it is important to … [Read more...] about The Symptoms and Causes of Cervical Spondylosis
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Top 5 Uses of TENS for Pain Management
In the United States, it's estimated that between 50 million and 100 million people experience chronic pain. About two in five sufferers' quality of life is significantly impacted due to their decreased ability to work, perform normal personal care activities, and socialize with friends, family, and community members. That's why finding a safe and effective treatment option to help alleviate the debilitating effects of your pain is so … [Read more...] about Top 5 Uses of TENS for Pain Management
Tips for Improving Your Quality of Life When Living with Pain
Millions of Americans live in pain on a regular basis. They wake up in pain and just struggle to get through their day. After a long day, they may look forward to relaxing and trying to get a good night's sleep, though it is really difficult when you hurt all of the time. After a while, this can really affect a person. They may be exhausted and depressed. Many get angry because they feel like it really isn't fair. However, it doesn't … [Read more...] about Tips for Improving Your Quality of Life When Living with Pain
Prevent & Relieve Back Pain During Fall Activities
Whether you're suffering a lifetime of ongoing chronic pain or simply still recovering from a more recent temporary injury, this time of year poses special concerns, particularly for those dealing with back pain. Everything from the change in weather to the activities common to the season can have an effect on your pain. Weather...or Not While it's common for people to associate drops in temperature with increased chronic pain … [Read more...] about Prevent & Relieve Back Pain During Fall Activities
How Can You Relieve Cancer Pain?
The common cause of cancer pain tends to come from the tumor growing into nearby tissue. Sometimes, cancer may spread to the spinal cord and press into the nerves. As a result, a person may experience back or neck pain. You may suffer from bone pain, which occurs when cancer reaches the bone. You also can sustain pain from surgery and treatments. Chemotherapy and radiation treatments have several side effects. It is not … [Read more...] about How Can You Relieve Cancer Pain?
Chronic Pain and the Central Nervous System
Chronic pain is pain that is ongoing or lasts longer than 6 months. And while this pain can be debilitating and affect your daily life, it can also cause other serious health issues and affect the central nervous system. How Pain Signals Work in Your Body Your brain and spinal cord work together to receive pain signals from nerves and muscles, which send patterns of signals to the rest of the body. These signals help the body control … [Read more...] about Chronic Pain and the Central Nervous System