Chronic Pain Defined | The Sources of Chronic Pain We all overdo it every now and then, ending up with muscle aches and other pain that can last for a while. In most instances, and with most conditions, that pain eventually subsides. Occasionally, though, the pain persists, making it difficult to … [Read more...]
How Often Should You Go to a Chiropractor?
Should You Have Regular Adjustments or Only As Needed? You've had an injury or experienced chronic discomfort or pain. You've been treated by a chiropractor, and it's made a big difference. Your next question—how often and how long should you receive chiropractic care? The Nature of Your … [Read more...]
Using a Functional Restoration Program to Treat Chronic Pain
Rehabilitation as a Treatment Option for Persistent Pain When you experience pain on a regular basis and it's keeping you from working, there are a number of choices with respect to treatment. Some involve the use of pharmaceutical products to mask the pain, but the ones that are most effective are … [Read more...]
Understanding High-Impact Chronic Pain
When Long-Term Recurring Pain Has a Devastating Effect on Your Daily Life You may not have heard the term "high-impact chronic pain," but chances are good you have experienced it. According to at least one national study, nearly 11 million adult Americans have sought treatment over the last year … [Read more...]
The Many Causes of Chronic Back Pain—Spinal Problems
Understanding the Ways that Spinal Challenges Can Lead to Chronic Back Pain What's the most frequent source of pain in your body? Most likely, it's associated with your back and your spine. Whether you're standing, sitting, moving around or lying down, your back is usually involved in some way. … [Read more...]
Understanding Chronic Pain Syndrome
When Persistent Pain Begins to Take a Mental Toll Everybody hurts at some point and often for good reason. Pain is one of the ways your body tells you that something is wrong, that you need to seek medical attention. In many instances, the cause of your pain is clear and the pain goes away after … [Read more...]
What to Expect from a Physical Therapist
The Tools and Techniques PT Practitioners Use to Address Pain If you have either chronic or traumatic pain, physical therapy can provide both immediate and long-term relief. As a general rule, you'll typically need a referral from your general practitioner to visit a physical therapist, and you'll … [Read more...]
Types of Chronic Pain—Fibromyalgia
The Telltale Symptoms One of the more common types of chronic pain is a medical condition known as fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). The symptoms typically include: Widespread pain, most often at so-called "tender points," near joints. The pain is more pronounced when the tender points are touched or … [Read more...]
The Importance of Seeking Immediate Medical Treatment after a Car Accident
Protecting Your Health after a Motor Vehicle Accident When you've been involved in a motor vehicle accident, particularly when it seems obvious that the injuries are not catastrophic or life-threatening, there can be a tendency to downplay the consequences. Experts say that some of that is … [Read more...]
