You may have known someone with arthritis who claimed to be able to predict the weather by the pain they feel in their joints. If you were skeptical about their claim, you may be surprised to know that scientists have found overwhelming evidence indicating that there really is a strong link between certain weather conditions […]
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 […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about dramatic changes in everyday living, both in the way that people interact with one another and also in how business and activities are conducted on a daily basis. Indeed, it has been a challenging year for many people, to varying degrees. But one of the ‘bright spots’ in these […]
What is an SI Joint? The Sacroiliac (SI) Joint is located in the lower portion of the body, between the sacrum and the pelvis. The Sacroiliac Joint is designed to act as a shock absorber for the upper extremities. This joint, like any other joint, may become injured or degenerative over time. If these changes […]