Acupuncture has been recognized as a medical technique effective in treating a range of conditions. As part of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years. Thought by many to be mysterious and non-scientific, medical science has uncovered the physiological effects that acupuncture has on the body. Medical acupuncture is a term for the practice of acupuncture by licensed physicians. So why does inserting thin needles into certain areas of the skin ... [Read More]
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LONE STAR CRISIS: THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC
Opioid addiction is tearing families apart at rates never before seen. Some addicts are stitching their lives together with lots of help, while others are seemingly struggling as they look to get clean on their own. Hear from addicts, educators, addiction program professionals and street-level activists on just how prevalent — and dangerous — the opioid crisis is in the Central Texas community. Read More Here! ... [Read More]
Two of Balcones Pain’s Physicians, Dr. Matt McCarty and Dr. Rey Ximenes, Have Been Asked to Participate in a Televised Townhall on the Opioid Crisis
Austin and San Antonio, TX – Spectrum Networks today announced it will present “Lone Star Crisis,” an investigative special on the local impact of the national opioid epidemic in Central Texas. “Lone Star Crisis,” set to air on Spectrum News Austin and Spectrum News San Antonio Wednesday, May 16 at 7 PM CDT, will take a deep look into the personal stories and efforts of people fighting the destructive epidemic. Immediately following the special, Spectrum News Austin and Spectrum News San Antonio ... [Read More]
How is sciatica diagnosed?
Sciatica is a type of nerve pain that originates in the lower back and can radiate down one side to the buttock and down the back of the leg. It is very common, with about 3 million people in the U.S. reporting sciatica pain each year. Sciatica is caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in your body. Because there is always an underlying condition causing sciatica, a complete diagnosis will need to include the underlying condition. Here is some helpful information about ... [Read More]
Pain Management Techniques for Hip Pain
Many people experience hip pain, especially as they grow older. Hip pain can be the result of several conditions. Your hips bear most of your weight and are among the most flexible joints in the body, allowing you to move in countless ways. It seems like hip replacement surgery is becoming very common, especially as people tend to live longer than they used to. But like any major surgery, hip replacement carries the risk of complications and includes a recovery period with some downtime. Also, ... [Read More]
