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In 2018, private industry employers reported a total of 2.8 million non-fatal workplace injuries. For many, the chronic pain caused by their injury affects their ability to get back to the rigors of their jobs or engage in their favorite activities. If you’re struggling to recover from a job injury, we can help. The certified physicians specialize in pain management, combining interventional medicine, regenerative medicine, and physical medicine to create a treatment plan that’s customized to your unique health care needs.
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Do you suffer from chronic pain? If so, you may want to consider adding yoga poses to your treatment plan! Yoga effectively manages chronic pain and can help improve flexibility, strength, and mobility. Before We Begin - Please know that it is essential to speak with your pain management team before starting any new exercise routine. And most importantly, it is necessary to start slowly and listen to your body. If you find a particular pose causing pain, stop immediately and consult your physician.
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Living with chronic pain is tough. But with the right guidance and support, we can learn how to not just survive but thrive despite our chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as pain that is long-term, lasting beyond 3 months. It’ll come as no surprise that chronic pain can sap the joy from your life and reduce your level of functioning. This study explains that “In addition to the physical health consequences, chronic musculoskeletal pain can have a profound negative impact on an individual’s emotional and social well-being.”
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If you develop an unsightly lump on your wrist or finger, chances are you have a ganglion cyst. Ganglion cysts are not cancerous. However, they’re often unsightly and can cause hand and wrist pain, which motivates patients to seek treatment. Though ganglion cysts are common, they aren’t well-known, so here’s what you need to know.
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Migraines Are Still a Risk - It's estimated that someone in nearly one in every four households in the United States suffers from migraines. And yet, migraines are still a largely misunderstood condition. Even more interesting is that migraines seem to affect men and women differently. Though men are less likely to develop migraines, they should still know common triggers, symptoms, and treatment options.
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Physical therapy has proven to be very effective in treating chronic pain. You might have also heard physical therapy is referred to as physiotherapy. Physical therapy revolves around movement and strengthening of the body. A physical therapist will work with you and your individual needs, to give you the maximum range of movement and activity possible.
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Endometriosis is a common gynecological problem that affects at least 11% of women. Although endometriosis can cause severe pelvic pain, at least half of all women with endometriosis don’t experience pelvic or menstrual pain. Imagine that you have endometriosis without gynecologic-related pain. Then you suddenly develop hip pain without any evidence of a hip problem (because it’s caused by endometriosis).
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Menopause & Joint Pain in Women - As women age, they may start to experience joint pain. This can be caused by several factors, including natural aging, menopause, and other health conditions. Joint pain can be debilitating, making it difficult to perform everyday activities. There are various treatment options available, both medical and home remedies. With the right treatment plan, menopausal joint pain can be managed effectively.
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Sciatica is one of the most common complaints of lower back pain. Let’s examine sciatica closer to determine what it is, what causes it, and how to deal with it. My first experience with sciatica literally brought me to my knees. Working as a paramedic, I stepped out of the back of the ambulance, a motion I had done countless times, and as soon as my foot touched the ground, my leg gave way.
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Neuropathy affects an estimated 30 million Americans, which is about 9% of the population. One of the earliest signs is tingling in your limbs, but it isn’t long before tingling is joined by pain. Top Causes of Neuropathy - Neuropathy generally refers to any problem that affects your nerves. People often use neuropathy to mean a specific type of nerve damage called peripheral neuropathy. Your peripheral nerves are all the nerves in your body, outside the brain and spinal column.
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