Back pain comes in many forms, with different symptoms depending on the issue. One of the most recognizable concerns is a bulging disc. These are also often referred to as variants called herniated, ruptured, or protruding discs. There are two basic sources when pinpointing what causes a bulging disc. First, it is considered a common […]
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Lower back pain can have many origins, which is why determining the exact cause and executing proper treatment can be complicated. For example, there is a very specific treatment that provides pain relief for those experiencing inflammation in the sacroiliac joints (or SI joints). Understanding Sacroiliac Joint Pain There are two sacroiliac joints, one on the right
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What is a low-impact exercise? It is one that slowly increases your heart rate while placing little pressure or impact on the joints. There are a variety of low-impact exercise styles today, including Pilates, yoga, swimming, treadmill walking and more. Some require exercise equipment, but some of the best low impact exercise options do not. The
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Many patients experience long-lasting pain relief with spinal cord stimulation, but don’t worry, you won’t have to guess about whether it works for you. The experienced team at Integrated Pain & Spine Institute have you try the device before implanting the generator. No matter what condition causes your pain, spinal cord stimulation may help. If you’re
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Millions of people look forward to the summer months as a time for outdoor activities and travel. For people experiencing chronic pain, the hotter months may also make it more challenging to enjoy these activities. Weather sensitivity can make people with painful conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia and migraine headaches experience more severe symptoms. How does
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Medical researchers are rapidly learning more about the relationship between gut health and chronic pain, and the findings are surprising and exciting at the same time. There is a gut-brain axis in which communication flows two ways between the gut and brain. Researchers are learning that gut health is a major factor influencing the communication
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Botox is not just a cosmetic procedure used to smooth fine lines and wrinkles; it also has many other clinical uses, including as a treatment for migraines. Botox was FDA-approved as a migraine treatment over a decade ago, and since then has provided relief for thousands of migraine sufferers. Just a small amount of Botox, injected
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Psychogenic pain is a pain disorder in which psychological factors can cause pain, lead to an increase in pain or prolong the pain. Chronic pain is linked to factors like difficulty controlling anger, experiencing intense emotions and having deep fears. Emotions can worsen or lessen physical pain caused by a diagnosed condition, like disease or injury. In
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The Negative Impact Of Opioid Overdose News reports today frequently mention the increasing rate of opioid overdose cases, and medical professionals are calling it a national crisis. Opioids are pain-relieving compounds that bind to opioid receptors contained in brain cells. Originally, the drugs were made from the poppy plant, but opioids are now manufactured as
Pain is the body’s way of saying something is wrong. It could be short-term or long-term pain. It could be pain that is due to a sudden or specific event or pain that slowly develops over a period of time due to a medical condition. There are many risk factors for pain, but only two
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