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Conditions That May Benefit from Trigger Point Injections

If physical therapy and ordinary painkillers aren’t doing anything for constant pain, it might be time to try minimally invasive solutions like trigger point injections.

Oct 22nd, 2025

Fibromyalgia: Facts and Fiction

Controversy surrounds the topic of fibromyalgia. Many people don't understand the condition, making it hard to separate fact from fiction.

Sep 3rd, 2025

4 Steps to Take After an Accident

If you’re in an accident, you can be flooded with adrenaline, eager to get everything over with so you can go home, and quick to write off pain. Here’s what you should do instead.

Aug 2nd, 2025

Managing Cancer Pain: Injections as Part of a Multidisciplinary Treatment Plan

Some cancers are almost painless, but most cause pain at some stage of the illness or treatment. Injections for cancer pain can be part of a multidisciplinary management plan.

Jul 14th, 2025

‘Tech Neck’: Treatments That Help Stop the Pain

Does your neck always seem to hurt, especially when your chin is tipped down? You could be experiencing what’s now known as “tech neck.”

Jun 5th, 2025

4 Signs That Your Pain Could Be Arthritis

Do you have unexplained joint pain? It could be arthritis, even if you’re still young. May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and it’s time to get unexplained joint pain checked out.

May 5th, 2025

Help for Spinal Headaches: All About Epidural Blood Patches

If you’ve recently had a spinal tap, you may have terrible pain and pressure in your head. An epidural blood patch may be the best way to resolve this spinal headache.

Apr 10th, 2025

How Does Osteoporosis Cause Compression Fractures?

When your bones weaken due to osteoporosis or bone density loss, your spine can fracture under the compression of your weight. Find out how this happens.

Mar 14th, 2025

Frustrated with Fibro Flare-ups? Here’s How We Can Help

You never know when fibromyalgia symptoms will flare up, interfering with daily life and special moments. Here’s how we can help you manage your condition.

Feb 2nd, 2025

Is It Interstitial Cystitis or a UTI?

You’ve got pain and urgency surrounding urination. Is it just another urinary tract infection, or could you have a bladder condition called interstitial cystitis?

Jan 2nd, 2025

Is Carpal Tunnel Preventable? 

Few conditions are completely preventable, but carpal tunnel syndrome can be avoided, delayed, or even rolled back if you’re mindful of how much stress you put on your hands and wrists.

Dec 13th, 2024

You Don't Have to Suffer Through Cancer Pain. Our Multidisciplinary Approach Can Help

It’s hard to manage cancer pain with a single medication or treatment. The best way is to approach cancer pain from as many angles as possible.

Nov 8th, 2024

Just Involved in a Car Accident? Take These Steps Immediately

The aftermath of even a minor auto accident can significantly impact your life. Here’s what you should do right after a car crash to protect your future health.

Oct 9th, 2024

Why Am I Suddenly Getting Pelvic Pain?

Pelvic pain can be alarming, especially when it comes on suddenly and you’re not sure what’s causing it. Learn about the conditions that can trigger pelvic pain in women and explore the available treatment options we offer.

Sep 18th, 2024

Back to Life: Learn About Your Nonsurgical Solutions for Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain can make you feel like your active days are over. However, the right treatment can make all the difference without spinal surgery.

Aug 6th, 2024

I'm an Opioid Addict: Is Suboxone My Answer?

Recovering from opioid addiction can be difficult, but Suboxone® can make it easier. Here’s how to tell if it’s right for you. 

Jul 3rd, 2024

How Does a Spinal Cord Stimulation Trial Work?

Spinal pain can make every day a challenge, as you deal with mobility and flexibility issues and the distractions caused by constant pain signals to your brain. Spinal cord stimulation can help.

Jun 17th, 2024

I Got Hurt on the Job: What Should I Do?

Workplace injuries require special care. Here’s what to do if you get hurt and how your doctor can help you file for workers’ compensation to ensure your family doesn’t suffer while you recover.

May 9th, 2024

What Is the Difference Between Acute Pain and Chronic Pain?

Pain is pain, or so you might feel. But when acute pain crosses the line to chronic pain, you need to be prepared for a whole new approach to pain management.

Apr 1st, 2024

Why Does My Jaw Pop When I Chew?

A clicking or popping jaw might seem harmless at first, but it could indicate a temporomandibular joint disorder, known commonly as TMJ.

Mar 1st, 2024

I'm Addicted to Opioids: Can Suboxone Help Me?

Opioids can be wonderful drugs for post-surgical patients or people in chronic pain. However, they can be addictive. If you’re suffering from opioid addiction, suboxone can help. 

Feb 1st, 2024

Understanding the Different Types of Headaches

Everyone has headaches from time to time, whether because of stress, allergies, or migraines. Here’s how to tell the difference between them. 

Jan 11th, 2024

Is Arthritis Reversible?

If you’re beginning to struggle with arthritis, you might be wondering whether a specialist can reverse the damage and alleviate your pain. Read on to find out.

Dec 1st, 2023

3 Types of Exercise That Can Cause Neck Pain

An accident, injury, or even poor posture can cause neck pain, but many people may not realize that their workout routine could be putting them at risk. These three exercises can cause neck pain.

Nov 1st, 2023

The Link Between Mid-Back Pain and Working From Home

Mid-back pain can leave you feeling tense, sore, and frustrated at the end of a long day of work. Is your work-from-home setup to blame?

Oct 1st, 2023

Why Does My Knee Hurt When I Wake Up?

Knee pain can inhibit your mobility and make getting around difficult. If you wake up with stiffness and soreness already present, starting your day can be even tougher.

Sep 1st, 2023

Can TMJ Resolve on Its Own?

While you would have preferred not to need a hysterectomy in the first place, you recognize that this is your best path forward to improve your health and wellness. It may be of some comfort to know that you’re joining a large group — about 400,000 hystere

Aug 1st, 2023

Often-Overlooked Benefits of Physical Therapy

Physical therapy does more than restore function and flexibility. It can also improve your strength, reduce your pain, and improve your quality of life.

Jul 1st, 2023

Why Does My Neck Hurt So Badly?

If you’ve ever slept wrong or injured your neck, you know how debilitating neck pain can be. If you can’t find relief, it might be time to find a specialist.

Jun 2nd, 2023

Tips for Recovering From a Dog Bite

Dog bites are often sudden, traumatic injuries that require immediate care. Read on to learn what you should do if you get bitten and what you should do during the recovery process.

May 1st, 2023

3 Things No One Told You About Arthritis

Arthritis is one of the most common causes of chronic pain, yet it’s still largely misunderstood. Here are three things you may not know about arthritis.

Apr 9th, 2023

Help! I've Been Injured on the Job

Have you recently suffered from a workplace injury? Here’s how a doctor can strengthen your workers’ compensation claim.

Mar 2nd, 2023

4 Key Lifestyle Changes to Help You Manage Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition in which there is damage to the nerves in the extremities, such as the fingers, toes, and feet. While the condition is irreversible, there are things you can do to help control your symptoms.

Feb 24th, 2023

Get Back in the Game Faster with Our Multifaceted Approach to Sports Injuries

Sports injuries can leave you benched for a game or even a season. Sports medicine can help you get back on the field, court, or track faster, while safeguarding your health. Read on to learn more.

Jan 2nd, 2023

Can a Torn Rotator Cuff Heal on Its Own?

Acute shoulder pain that persists long after the date of the injury could signal a rotator cuff tear. Read to learn what the rotator cuff is, what the symptoms of a tear are, and whether or not these injuries can heal on their own.

Dec 1st, 2022

6 Helpful Treatments for Fibro Pain

Do you have fibromyalgia? If so, you’re likely familiar with the chronic pain and extra acute pain from flares. Thankfully, there are many treatments for fibro pain.

Nov 1st, 2022

How to Heal from Whiplash Faster

Many people think whiplash is just a minor injury that will heal on its own in a week or two. In reality, whiplash must be taken seriously to avoid lasting neck pain.

Oct 4th, 2022

Pain and Itching After Shingles: All About Postherpetic Neuralgia

Ever had an itch you can’t seem to get over? If you’ve suffered from shingles, and you have pain and itching weeks after your supposed recovery, you could have postherpetic neuralgia.

Aug 18th, 2022

What to do About Your Ganglion Cyst

A hard lump in your wrist isn’t necessarily a cause for grave concern. However, a lump that sticks around should be evaluated. It could be a ganglion cyst, and it might lead to wrist pain.

Aug 1st, 2022

You Don’t Have To Live With Headaches

Chronic headaches can wear you down over time, leaving you exhausted and discouraged. With a proper diagnosis and treatment, you can get the relief you need. Read on to learn more.

Jul 1st, 2022

What’s the Difference Between Bursitis and Arthritis?

Joint pain can make your life miserable and keep you from doing the things you love. Knowing the root cause of your joint pain is the first step in relieving the discomfort and restoring your mobility.

Jun 1st, 2022

What Causes Fibromyalgia?

A diagnosis of fibromyalgia may provide more questions than answers. What caused it? What increased my risk? What can be done? Read on to learn what we know about this condition and how it can be treated.

May 3rd, 2022

It Feels Like My Shoulder is Going to Pop Out of Its Socket

Does your shoulder feel unstable? Read on to learn what could be causing it and how you can treat it.

Apr 1st, 2022

I'm Addicted to Drugs: Can Suboxone Help?

If you’re struggling with drug addiction, a suboxone prescription might help you on your road to recovery. Here’s what you need to know about how suboxone works and how it can benefit you.

Mar 1st, 2022

Understanding the Side Effects of Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy can help treat cancer, but it can also make you feel awful. Here are some of the side effects of chemotherapy and what can be done to mitigate them.

Feb 1st, 2022

Treating Your Fibromyalgia with Relaxation Techniques

Treating chronic pain can be difficult, especially when it’s caused by fibromyalgia. Here are some techniques to help you harness the healing power of relaxation techniques.

Jan 1st, 2022

How to Know Which Knee Treatment Is Right for You

You demand a lot of your knees, so occasional knee pain is expected. But, when you have an acute injury or chronic condition, it’s time to get professional treatment. Here’s how to tell which type of treatment is right for your type of knee pain.

Dec 1st, 2021

Is Your Loved One Addicted to Opioids?

Long before COVID-19, another epidemic had been destroying lives by the millions, and it’s still raging on. Opioid addiction in this country continues its grip, and it may have one of your loved ones ensnared. Here’s how to recognize the signs.

Nov 1st, 2021

How Diabetes Causes Neuropathy

If you have diabetes, you know the drill: Cut the carbs and sweets, check your blood sugar, and watch your weight. But, did you know that if you don’t do these things, you may end up with nerve damage? Here’s why.

Oct 1st, 2021

Understanding Coccydynia

Coccydynia can be a real pain in the … bottom. Find out what causes this backside pain and what you can do about it.

Sep 1st, 2021

4 Conditions that May Be Causing Your Shoulder Pain

When your shoulder pain is so bad you can’t even get dressed without difficulty, it’s time to find out what’s causing it and what you can do about it. Here are the most common painful shoulder conditions and the best ways to get relief.

Aug 1st, 2021

Cancer Pain: How Multidisciplinary Treatment Can Help

Cancer hurts. And while there are various treatments that can alleviate cancer-related pain, finding one that works for you can take a multidisciplinary approach. Read on to learn how tapping into multiple specialties can help you find relief.

Jul 7th, 2021

Different Types of Arthritis

If it’s getting harder to open a pickle jar and more painful to walk up the stairs, you may have arthritis — but which kind? More than 100 forms of arthritis can attack the joints in your body. Find out which one could be causing your symptoms.

Jun 8th, 2021

What to Do About Recurrent Headaches

You can chalk up occasional headaches to one of life’s little annoyances, but when they happen over and over and disrupt your life, it’s time to rethink your response and get help.

May 13th, 2021

When to See a Specialist About Arm Pain

If you played tennis for the first time or whacked your funny bone, you can expect to feel some arm pain, but how do you know if arm pain is serious enough to go to a doctor? Here are some guidelines to help you assess different types of arm pain.

Apr 5th, 2021

How Effective is Viscosupplementation Therapy in Remedying Pain in My Knees?

Do you ever picture what’s happening inside your arthritic knees? If you could see the bones rubbing against each other, you’d understand your pain. Viscosupplementation can replace the lost lubrication and relieve your painful joints.

Mar 9th, 2021

Is Spinal Cord Stimulation the Answer to Your Chronic Back Pain?

You may be able to deal with occasional back pain, but if it becomes chronic and debilitating, and traditional treatments are no longer helping, it’s time for next-level treatment. Read on to learn how spinal cord stimulation may be able to help.

Feb 9th, 2021

What is a Genicular Nerve Block and Why Would I Need One?

Most people have no idea what genicular nerves are until they have chronic knee pain — then they learn quickly about these nerves and how to stop the suffering with a genicular nerve block. Read on to learn more.

Jan 13th, 2021

How Lumbar Epidural Injections Can Treat Lower Back and Radicular Pain

If you have lower back pain, you may have tried to find relief with ice, heat, and over-the-counter medications. You may have even tried physical therapy. But, if you still have pain, what can you do? An epidural injection may be able to help.

Dec 1st, 2020

Understanding Biofeedback Therapy

If you have chronic pain, and nothing has worked to lessen it, biofeedback therapy may be able to help. Read on to learn what’s involved and how it may be able to help you.

Nov 1st, 2020

4 Myths About Fibromyalgia

Extreme fatigue, widespread pain, and depression are just the tip of the fibromyalgia iceberg. This hard-to-explain, hard-to-live-with condition is one of the most misunderstood medical issues. Get the facts about fibromyalgia here.

Oct 6th, 2020

Common Causes of Hand Pain

Made up of 27 bones and a complex network of muscles, tendons, and nerves, your hands are dextrous, strong, flexible, precise — and vulnerable to injury. If your hands are in pain, it may be caused by one of these common conditions.

Sep 17th, 2020

Lifestyle Steps that Lower Cancer Risk

Millions of Americans develop cancer every year. However, you can take steps to lower your risk by making some simple lifestyle changes. Read on to learn more.

Aug 19th, 2020

Is Running Bad for My Knees?

Running is great for your heart, mind, and soul — but it can be tough on your knees. That doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite mode of exercise, but taking a few steps to protect your joints can keep you moving.

Jul 21st, 2020

What’s Different About Sports Medicine?

If you’re an injured athlete, you have one goal — getting back in the game. And the type of doctor you go to may make all the difference. Read on to learn why sports medicine could be the right option to choose.

Jun 24th, 2020

How Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Changes Your Skin Color and What you Can Do About It

Does the mildest caress hurt you? Have you noticed your skin changing colors like a mood ring? If so, you may have complex regional pain syndrome. Read on to learn more about the condition and how you can get relief.

May 27th, 2020

Myths and Facts About Suboxone as a Treatment for Opioid Addiction

If you’re suffering from opioid addiction, it might surprise you to learn that a drug can help you stop taking drugs. In fact, you may have heard some myths about Suboxone® as a treatment for addiction. Read on to learn the truth.

Apr 22nd, 2020

All About Facet Block Injections

Looking over your shoulder, tying your shoes, and looking up at the clouds are all made possible by your spine’s facet joints. But pain from arthritis or injury can stop all that. Here’s how facet block injections can get you moving again.

Mar 6th, 2020

Understanding the Types of Diabetic Neuropathy

If you have diabetes, you also have a chance of developing diabetic neuropathy. Read on to learn the four main types and the treatments that are available.

Feb 10th, 2020

Using Biofeedback to Treat Cancer Pain

Biofeedback is a method that helps you gain control over your body’s functions by using your mind and neural paths to make you more aware of what’s going on with your body.

Jan 9th, 2020

How Different Types of Arthritis Affect Your Joints Differently

There are many different types of arthritis, and each can affect your joints differently. By getting the correct diagnosis, you can begin treatment targeted specifically for your joint problems and for reducing your pain.

Dec 1st, 2019

What’s Causing Your Headache?

Frequent headaches can really interfere with your quality of life. Finding the root cause sometimes takes a little effort. Learn more about the most common causes of headaches.

Nov 1st, 2019

How to Keep a Sprained Ankle From Becoming a Chronic Instability

You sprained your ankle, but everyone sprains their ankle sometimes, right? Don’t try to power through ankle pain. If you don’t let your ligaments heal after a sprain, you could develop chronic ankle instability that affects every part of your gait.

Oct 1st, 2019

Why You Should Never Wait to Seek Treatment for Whiplash

The trauma caused by whiplash can last for months or even years after your initial neck injury. To keep yourself pain-free, make sure you seek treatment for whiplash as soon as possible.

Sep 1st, 2019

The Dangers of Tech Neck

Your whole life is on your laptop and your smartphone. Every contact, every document, every app — no wonder you’re constantly staring at one screen or another. But if you’re not careful, your devices can quite literally give you a pain in the neck.

Aug 1st, 2019

Is Stress Causing Your TMJ Disorder?

If you have pain in your jaw and there is no obvious physical problem, stress could be causing a TMJ disorder. Find out more about how your TMJ works, and learn how to take away your pain by reducing your stress.

Jul 2nd, 2019

Why Women Are More Prone to Fibromyalgia

Can a chronic condition be gender biased? Find out why you might be at risk for fibromyalgia as a woman.

Jun 1st, 2019

Alleviate Your Arthritis Pain with Physical Therapy

Are you living with arthritis? That doesn’t mean you have to sit back and deal with the pain. Read on to learn how physical therapy can help you restore movement and take back your life.

May 1st, 2019

Torn Meniscus? The Most Effective Treatment Options to Consider

Hearing you’ve torn your meniscus may sound like a you’ve wrecked your knee for good — but it may not be as bad as you think. In many cases, simple, effective treatment can reduce your pain and help you avoid surgery.

Apr 1st, 2019

5 Common Causes of Arm and Hand Pain You Should Be Aware of

Yes, you may be feeling pain in your arm or hands because they’re overworked, but the pain may be more than muscle fatigue. You could have a serious health issue that requires proper care.

Mar 20th, 2019