Myofascial Pain Syndrome: What Is It and What Causes It Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) is a chronic pain disorder where trigger points cause pain in the muscle and sometimes other, unrelated parts of the body as well. The symptoms typically start to show after a muscle has been repeatedly contracting with repetitive motions. These repetitive motions actually damage and tear the muscle fibers. While most people have experienced muscle pain and … [Read more...] about Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Pain Management
Treatment Options for Acute Pain
Acute Pain vs Chronic Pain Pain management is not limited to those suffering from pre-existing chronic pain conditions. While chronic pain is typically ongoing pain that lasts longer than six months, acute pain is a form of pain that comes on suddenly as a result of a physical trauma and lasts less than six months. Acute pain can stem from broken bones, surgery, even childbirth. After acute pain subsidies, people can enjoy going back to … [Read more...] about Treatment Options for Acute Pain
Common Treatment Options for Chronic Pain
There is an ever-growing variety of treatments for those suffering from chronic pain. There is the option of general medicine - oral and topical therapies - that can be used to reduce pain and inflammation. Your doctor may suggest non-medication pain relievers or even use alternative methods like acupuncture. Occasionally, physicians will use interventional techniques that involve outpatient procedures or injections of various levels to … [Read more...] about Common Treatment Options for Chronic Pain
Arm and Shoulder Pain
Arm and shoulder pain can be uncomfortable, inconvenient, and have a significant hindrance on everyday life if it goes without treatment. Sometimes the cause of arm and shoulder pain may be identifiable, resulting from a dislocation, separation, or prior injury. But sometimes the cause of this pain can be a result of an underlying condition such as arthritis, tendonitis, or even gallbladder trouble. Regardless of the cause, there are many options … [Read more...] about Arm and Shoulder Pain
At-Home Stretches for Pain Relief
Living with pain does not have to be “the norm.” In fact, incorporating a regular stretching routine into you daily activities can not only help relieve pain, but it can prevent pain from becoming persistent. Seeing a physical therapist or specialist all the time to guide you through stretching may not be practical. And it is not easy to squeeze in a yoga or pilates class into a hectic schedule. But these stretches can all be done at … [Read more...] about At-Home Stretches for Pain Relief
Compression Fractures and Osteoporosis
As we age, our bones get weak, thin, and prone to diseases such as osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a medical condition where your bones become fragile and weak. This is typically because of hormonal changes, loss of tissue, or calcium and vitamin deficiency. Osteoporosis can go unnoticed for years, silently affecting your bones until they break or become damaged. The spine, made up of bones called vertebrae, is prone to osteoporosis which … [Read more...] about Compression Fractures and Osteoporosis