Anyone who lives with chronic pain can tell you that it’s truly life-altering. Activities that were previously taken for granted may become a challenge, and everyday routines that were once normal can ultimately become impossible to maintain. Here are just a few of the many struggles chronic pain sufferers are all too familiar with: When […]
When someone you love is living with chronic pain, you may feel helpless to bring them relief. And aside from helping them with tasks to lighten the load, there may not be a lot you can do about the physical aspects of their condition. But many people who suffer from chronic pain may also experience […]
It seems these days there’s no shortage of troubling news out there, and thanks to current events, many people are feeling more stressed out than ever before. It’s not unusual to be adversely affected on a mental and emotional level by an over-abundance of worries and disruptions in everyday life. But after a while, these […]
Pain physicians, pain specialists, or pain doctors can be doctors of osteopathy or medical doctors. They specialize in medicine related to pain. It focuses on preventing, treating, and evaluating pain. Pain physicians manage pain caused by disease and pain disorders. Pain physicians also work as consultants to other health care providers and can help them […]
You may have chronic back pain because of injury, bad posture, or hours spent sitting at your desk. But trying to avoid the pain and leading a predominantly sedentary lifestyle can be even more detrimental. Many people resort to taking more pain medication and overexerting themselves. This lifestyle is not a smart choice, either. While […]
According to the Diabetes Research Institute, more than 30 million people in the United States suffer from diabetes. This number includes people of all age ranges, from all backgrounds. Regular check-ups with a primary care physician is an important factor in early detection and treatment, as they’re often the first to diagnose Diabetes symptoms in […]
If you suffer from a chronic pain condition, you understand that sometimes the simplest daily activities can be a challenge. But even if your condition requires interventional treatment by a pain management specialist, there are some simple modifications you can make in your daily routine that may also help to reduce your pain symptoms. Here […]
Many Jacksonville area patients who suffer from chronic pain conditions are desperate for relief but reluctant to risk the side effects and potential for addiction that are often associated with taking prescription opioid medications. Even worse, the prospect of invasive surgeries and difficult recovery times is far from appealing to many (if not most) patients, […]
Back pain comes in different forms and intensities, and affects each individual differently. One patient may feel a dull aching in the lower section of the spine, while others suffer through sharp pain that only occurs when they perform certain physical activities. Whatever the symptoms, back pain can be truly debilitating. But by understanding the […]