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
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Myalgia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Muscle pain is common, and can originate in any muscle of the body. The medical term for muscle pain is myalgia. Myalgia can be described as muscle pains, aches, and pain associated with ligaments, tendons, and the soft tissues that connect bones, organs, and muscles. Causes of Myalgia Myalgia can typically be localized to one area of the body, or groups of muscles. The most common causes of muscle pain are stress, overuse, injuries, … [Read more...] about Myalgia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Cancer Pain: Why it Happens and How to Treat it
Cancer does not always cause pain, but if you have recurring cancer or cancer that has spread, the chances of also suffering from cancer pain is higher. This type of pain can show itself in many different forms. The level of pain you may experience depends on a variety of factors, such as the type of cancer you have, how advanced it is, and your individual pain tolerance. Understanding cancer pain requires knowing how cancer causes pain … [Read more...] about Cancer Pain: Why it Happens and How to Treat it
Treatments for Trigger Point Pain & Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Trigger point pain is a condition that can affect anyone. Pressure on sensitive areas in your muscles, called trigger points, causes pain. This is most common after muscles are contracted and used in repetitive movements. Pain can be caused by doing things you love, at work, or even by stress. If you feel pain or a dense knot in your upper back, shoulders, or neck and the pain worsens when you press on it, you probably have located a … [Read more...] about Treatments for Trigger Point Pain & Myofascial Pain Syndrome
What is a Facet Joint Injection?
Facet joints are small, bony joints that sit along the spine. They are paired up from the neck to the lower back area. When the joints get inflamed, they cause pain that can be severe. The pain can be acute or chronic, caused by a variety of conditions. The pain radiates to other parts of the body and causes indirect pain. For pain that starts in the lower back, it’s common for the pain to move to the thighs and buttocks. If the pain … [Read more...] about What is a Facet Joint Injection?
Taking Your Life Back from Chronic Pain
When you are affected by pain, daily life, normal activities, and hobbies can become a challenge. Even the amount of sleep you get, the thoughts you have, and basic daily tasks can be negatively affected by chronic pain. Your quality of life and desire to resume regular activities plays an important role in maintaining your health and managing your pain. There are some positive changes you can make to your lifestyle and simple changes to your … [Read more...] about Taking Your Life Back from Chronic Pain