Chronic pain – persistent pain that lasts for weeks, months, or even years after an injury – can not only be intolerable, but it’s also unnecessary. Realizing you have a problem with pain is the first step toward finding treatment that works for you. Here are the top five ways pain management experts deal with chronic pain: Over-the-Counter Medications and Topical Creams The most common types of over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers are acetaminophen (Tylenol) – which helps relieve ... [Read More]
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The Difference Between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis
Unless you have a medical degree, you might be under the impression that arthritis is a singular condition – the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness that only gets worse with age. Actually, however, there are several different types of arthritis. Two of the most common forms are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Even though their symptoms can be similar, there are significant differences between the two that are important to understand to determine t ... [Read More]
Most Common Conditions for Pelvic Pain
Women: Are you experiencing sharp pains, cramping, pressure, or heaviness deep in the area below your belly button and between your hips? And this feeling comes and goes, but is nevertheless persistent? Or do you have pain during a bowel movement, urination, or intercourse? The discomfort may be mild yet annoying, and it may become worse if you stand for long periods of time – or get better when you lie down. It could also be so severe that you can’t sleep or exercise, a ... [Read More]
Biofeedback and IBS: How it Can Help
If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) you know how painful and embarrassing it can be when you feel like you “gotta go.” When you have abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, or constipation it’s difficult to feel happy or excited about anything in life. You’re constantly looking for the easiest route to the bathroom and when you’re gone you miss the important parts; that epic movie scene, your place in line, or your kid’s name at graduation. If you’re fed up with staying in the stalls, bi ... [Read More]
2018 Trends in Pain Management
Pain relief is one of the top concerns with patients and physicians alike. With doctors wary of prescribing opioid pain relief and patients taking more ownership of their treatment methods, it’s important to keep a keen eye on trends in pain management options. If you’re involved in the medical field, or are a patient looking for a better way to manage your pain, take a look at this year’s trends. Electrical Stimulation Devices Electrical stimulation therapy is growing to be one of the most eff ... [Read More]
