Fibromyalgia: 10 Tips to Help You Cope
Though classified as a disorder of the musculoskeletal system, the condition is now seen as a central nervous system problem. Symptoms include increased sensitivity to…
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Paula Abdul Cover Story: Straight Up on RSD
Grammy award-winning singer, performer and television star Paula Abdul has lived with chronic pain since she was injured as a cheerleader at 17, but it was not until…
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…
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…
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…
Understanding Central Pain Syndrome (CPS)
After a stroke, the road to recovery is typically a long one, often determined by the severity of the stroke and the area of the…
IBS: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
The truth about the trouble down under. During her twenties, when Rebecca Spencer was getting ready for a first date, she had more on her…
Laura Hillenbrand Confronts Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Best-selling author Laura Hillenbrand confronts chronic fatigue syndrome by writing stories that inspire. People familiar with the agony and challenges of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)…
Coach Mike Krzyzewski Refuses to Play the Pain Game
To many people, he’s known simply as “Coach K.” Famous for his unparalleled successes as Duke University’s head basketball coach and as an Olympic coach for the…