Category Archives: Pain Management

Reduced mobility is arguably one of the toughest parts of aging and sadly almost 40 % of Americans over the age of 84 require a mobility device in order to get around. Immobility is problematic not only because it reduces a person’s independence and freedom but also because it opens the door to a host ...click here to read more

Migraines are recurrent headaches that are triggered by various external factors such as light and stress and often result in a decrease in the productivity and quality of life. Migraines can become very painful, often resulting in nausea, vomiting, and sometimes, temporary immobility. Despite the establishment of its association with the brain and the rest ...click here to read more

The mind over matter theory pertains to the control of pain by directing the brain to focus on other things in order to prevent the body to overtly respond to external stimuli that might inflict pain.  This theory on pain relief is often mistaken for the notion that the mind is generally stronger than the ...click here to read more

Experiencing chronic back pain due to inflammation may often result in lower productivity and deterioration in one’s quality of life. This musculoskeletal condition is characterized by the inflammation of the bones and joints in the back, which in turn decreases the capacity for movement. Chronic back pain may also affect sleeping patterns or insomnia, resulting ...click here to read more

For some people, overcoming pain may be quite challenging, especially when the current pain relief techniques or medications do not impart any improvement in one’s condition. Pain can also decrease one’s productivity at work or at school, significantly affecting the capacity to concentrate on a particular task. The quality of life may also deteriorate in ...click here to read more

Aloe Vera is a succulent plant that is found primarily in South and East Africa and it has been used medicinally for centuries. Over the past few decades Aloe Vera has become quite popular in North America, with its gel being sold at most drug stores for topical use and its juice available for drinking ...click here to read more

Acupuncture is a treatment that began in China over 3000 years ago. The Western world has embraced it to alleviate issues associated with musculoskeletal disorders, stress, inflammation, and chronic pain. Now researchers believe they have evidence that shows acupuncture can benefit people who suffer from COPD. How Does It Work? Acupuncture is an important part ...click here to read more

Migraines involve periodic attacks of headaches, which produce unbearable, sharp pain on one or both sides of the head. As if migraine pain weren’t bad enough, many migraine sufferers also have to deal with nausea, vomiting, intense sensitivity to light and sound, dizziness, blurred vision, auras, and cognitive disturbances, amongst other symptoms.  Worse still, migraine ...click here to read more

The mind over matter theory might have more bearing than you think, and dwelling on your pain could be doing you more harm than good. Some interesting new research has shown that people who think about their pain less, are less likely to feel it at all. This following a study that was conducted on ...click here to read more

If you are experiencing difficulty in breathing and sometimes sharp pain in the chest, then it might be possible that the air in your environment may be of poor quality. Air pollution is generally described as air that is contaminated with various types of particles that come from factories and vehicle exhaust. Imagine the kind ...click here to read more

Migraines are a real pain, literally. Migraine headaches are easily considered to be one of the most common reasons people visit their healthcare practitioner. Migraines typically last from 4 to 72 hours and affect about 15% of the population, and in most cases those affected are women. Research has shown that diet plays a big ...click here to read more

Everyday activities, as well as exercise, can cause the cell membranes of your muscles to tear which can lead to inflammation and muscle soreness. Many people reach into their medicine cabinets for pain killers or anti-inflammatory pills to deal with inflammation and muscle soreness, but what if there was a Vitamin that could help? New ...click here to read more

Studies are showing women should be saying “yes” a lot more often than they are! A new study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine shows that a whopping 90 percent of women with migraines and tension headaches also have sexual problems, and 29 percent of these women are stressed about their sex lives. So the ...click here to read more

Skeletal muscles are the muscle tissue that link bones together and are required to support and move the skeleton. There are 640 skeletal muscles in your body and they make up approximately 50 percent of your total body weight. Your skeletal muscles are extremely important and are vital for maintaining an upright posture, generating heat ...click here to read more