FAQs About Back Pain
(Back Pain Facts contributed by Laser Spine Institute) 1. What can relieve severe back pain? A. Anti-inflammatory medications B. Physical therapy C. Surgical procedures D. All of…
Got a headache? Try breathing!
Dr. Dawn C. Buse, PhD, recommends diaphragmatic breathing along with relaxation techniques to help the body relax and rid itself of pain. We caught up with Dr. Buse…
How to Read Labels to Avoid Harmful Ingredients
Shopping for groceries is a simple errand for some, but for those seeking healthier options the task can be quite difficult. Dr. Bob, The Drugless Doctor,…
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Get in the Right Hands
Consumer surveys suggest that more people than ever are seeking massage for pain management and that they find massage to provide more relief than chiropractic,…
What is Paintracking?
Part One of a Four-Part Series by Deborah Barrett, PhD , LCSW Nearly 20 years ago, when I first developed pain, I assumed I needed rest…
Talking to Your Boss About Your Pain
If you are like many people with chronic pain, you maintain a full- or part-time job, despite your pain. Working with chronic pain can be challenging….
Chronic Pain and Aromatherapy
Certain scents can provide comfort and help relax and sooth. Here’s some information and suggestions that might be helpful to you: Aromatherapy in the modern…
Helping Family Cope with Your Pain
Your family lives with your pain too. Although they can’t feel what you feel, they suffer from knowing that you suffer. They may feel helpless and…
Reflections: Inspiring Pathways
Managing Fibromyalgia Pain with Bunny Therapy: Unconditional love is a powerful tool in the struggle against chronic pain, something that Nancy Laracy learned from an unexpected…