If you are one of the 16 million adults in the United States suffering from chronic back pain, you are likely aware of the misery that it brings. The lack of sleep, work absences, mobility deficits, and depression must have been all-too-familiar realities to you. There are just as many things that you shouldn’t do as there are that you should do when dealing with chronic back pain. Learning what these things are can help you effectively manage or, in some cases, even conquer your back ... [Read More]
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Treatment options to aid joint pain without using medication
Joint pain caused by arthritis may be relieved without the use of medication. This may come as a shock to patients who are accustomed to reaching for medication to ease their pain symptoms. However, there are plenty of other options that you may not know are being used in joint pain treatment. Doctors across the country are avoiding prescribing medication to patients with chronic pain. Below you will find non-pharmacologic treatment options that exist for joint pain. Acupuncture Acupuncture is ... [Read More]
Natural Treatments for Back Pain
Your back may hurt at the end of the day, every day when performing certain types of movements, or all day long. You might assume that a pain management doctor would only provide pain-relief injections or prescription medication, but physicians know how to offer pain relief to those who prefer all-natural solutions. Let’s talk about some of the most popular types of natural back pain treatment, and where you can go here in the Austin area for pain relief that works for you. Natural Remedies ... [Read More]
What Are Some of the Side Effects of Spinal Cord Stimulation?
When you have recurring pain, your pain doctor will first recommend conservative (non-surgical) treatments. If prescription pain medication, physical therapy, and injection treatments have not worked well enough to quell your pain, your physician may recommend that you have spinal cord stimulation treatment. Spinal cord stimulation consists of a physician surgically inserting a tiny device between your vertebrae and spinal cord. The device has electrodes and a separate battery-pack component, ... [Read More]
Natural Joint Pain Treatment Options
Joint pain is a common issue for millions of people. A variety of pain relief solutions are available, but some options, like prescription drugs, can cause unwanted side effects and addiction. Fortunately, you can find natural joint pain treatments from pain doctors at Balcones Pain Consultants in Austin, TX. Below are some examples of natural joint pain treatments that may work for you. Acupuncture Acupuncture is a natural treatment that consists of a practitioner placing thin needles into ... [Read More]
