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Holiday Feasts: 5 Foods that Could Be Triggering Your Chronic Pain

Holiday meals often feature decadent dishes and larger portions, both of which can worsen chronic pain. Learn five common foods that can act as pain triggers and how to stay comfortable throughout the season.

Dec 11th, 2025

8 Different Types of Postsurgical Pain

Pain is a common experience after surgery, but it can take many forms. Understanding the different types can help you find relief and support your recovery. This blog highlights eight common types of postsurgical pain.

Nov 10th, 2025

How to Prevent Low Back Pain After 40

Many Americans 40 and older experience low back pain due to age-related changes and lifestyle factors, but it isn’t inevitable. These simple, effective tips can keep your spine healthy and pain-free at any age.

Oct 16th, 2025

5 Ways to Keep Osteoarthritis Pain to a Minimum

Osteoarthritis (OA) can make everyday tasks, like getting out of bed or carrying groceries, feel painful, but you don’t have to suffer. Here are five easy ways to minimize OA pain so you can move comfortably.

Sep 17th, 2025

How Medical Acupuncture Helps Elbow Pain

Many people associate acupuncture with self-care, but it can also help relieve common causes of elbow pain. Learn how medical acupuncture works and what to expect, so you can feel confident exploring this drug-free treatment option.

Aug 11th, 2025

Managing Knee Pain at Your Desk Job

Sitting at a desk for hours each day can worsen knee problems, intensifying pain and other symptoms. But you don’t have to suffer! This blog offers practical tips for managing knee pain throughout the workday.

Jul 9th, 2025

4 Habits to Prevent Shoulder Injuries and Pain

Shoulder pain is a common complaint, but you don’t have to suffer. Adopting a few simple daily habits can protect your shoulder joints and help reduce pain and inflammation. Take a moment to explore our four top tips.

Jun 1st, 2025

More Than a Headache: When to Talk to Your Doctor About Major Headache Pain

If you’re one of the millions of Americans who suffer from frequent headaches, you may wonder if — or when — you should see a doctor. Discover the answer to this common question in this month’s blog post.

May 2nd, 2025

Why You Should Add Acupuncture to Your Wellness Routine

Many people associate acupuncture with the spa, but the ancient Chinese practice offers more than just relaxation; it also supports your health and wellness. Take a moment to discover the many benefits of acupuncture.

Apr 8th, 2025

What You Need to Know About Managing Pain After Surgery

After surgery, it’s normal to experience some pain. Learn why postsurgical pain develops, and some simple tips to get relief and help speed up your recovery.

Mar 6th, 2025

The Difference Between Epidural Steroid Injections and Nerve Blocks

Epidural steroid injections and nerve blocks often treat musculoskeletal pain. Learn the differences between the two and the benefits of each one so we can help you figure out which is the best for you.

Feb 18th, 2025

Shoulder Pain Without Injury: 5 Common Causes

Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal problem, but it doesn’t always come from an injury. Take a moment to explore several conditions that increase your risk of shoulder pain, injury or not.

Jan 27th, 2025

When Is It Time to Consider Spinal Cord Stimulation?

Do you live with chronic back pain? Are you desperate to find relief without risky medications? Spinal cord stimulation is an innovative pain management solution that effectively controls pain through neuromodulation — no drugs required.

Dec 1st, 2024

Ease Arthritis-Related Knee Pain with COOLIEF* Radiofrequency Ablation

COOLIEF* is the first FDA-cleared radiofrequency ablation treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee. Find out more about this nonsurgical procedure and how it can ease your arthritis-related knee pain.

Sep 1st, 2023

Got a Long-Standing Overuse Injury? Accelerate the Healing Process with PRP

Is your overuse injury disrupting your life? Are you searching for a nonsurgical solution? Learn about platelet-rich plasma (PRP), how it works, and how it might help heal your injury.

Aug 1st, 2023

Is Working From Home a Pain in Your Neck? We Can Help

Working from home has many perks, but there are some downsides, like neck pain from your makeshift office. Is working from home a pain in your neck? Find out why and what you can do to reduce your pain.

Jul 1st, 2023

I Just Had Surgery. Why Am I Still in Pain?

Pain is normal following any type of surgery. But you need good pain control to heal and reduce your risk of complications like chronic pain. Learn more about pain after surgery, how it’s managed, and when it’s time to get help.

Jun 2nd, 2023

The Worst Foods to Eat When You Have Arthritis

Inflammatory foods like processed meats and fried foods may negatively affect your arthritis, worsening your pain. Find out more about diet and arthritis and the worst foods to eat.

May 1st, 2023

The Link Between Dehydration and Joint Pain

Dehydration can cause more than a dry mouth. Learn how dehydration can lead to joint pain and how proper hydration can alleviate your discomfort.

Apr 1st, 2023

How Your Shoes Could Be Making Your Knee Pain Worse

It’s no secret that high heels aren’t great for your feet or your knees, but any shoe that raises your heel too high could cause knee pain, even walking shoes. Could your shoes be causing your knee pain? Find out more here.

Mar 2nd, 2023

Is Your Diet Making Your Back Pain Worse?

If you have back pain and eat the standard Western diet filled with processed meats, sugary foods, and refined grains, then your food choices might make your pain worse. Learn more about the connection between diet and back pain here.

Feb 6th, 2023

Conditions That Can Be Helped With PRP

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) helps many conditions, including injuries and diseases that affect your muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints. Can PRP help you? Click here to learn more.

Jan 2nd, 2023

What Most People Don’t Realize About Bursitis

What most people don’t realize about bursitis is that the pain goes away within a couple of weeks if you rest the joint. Click here to learn more about bursitis and why rest is the main treatment.

Dec 1st, 2022

How to Treat Acute Injuries

Acute injuries cause symptoms that are hard to ignore. Stopping the activity that caused the damage is the first thing you need to do. Further treatment depends on severity. Click here to learn how to treat acute injuries.

Nov 1st, 2022

Suffering From Spinal Stenosis? We Can Help

Spinal stenosis is a progressive condition, causing pain that gradually worsens over time. If your spinal stenosis pain limits how far you can walk, it’s time to get help. Click here to learn about treatments that can ease your suffering.

Oct 1st, 2022

The Power of Platelets, Learn About This Cutting-Edge Therapy

Platelets are an essential part of your body’s healing process. But these tiny cells do more than just stop injuries from bleeding. Click here to learn all about the power of platelets and how they’re used in cutting-edge therapies.

Sep 1st, 2022

Knee Pain: Know Your Treatment Options

When knee pain keeps you from doing the things you enjoy, you may think surgery is your only option. But not everyone with knee pain needs surgery. Want to know about your nonsurgical options? Click here to learn more.

Aug 4th, 2022

Best Exercises for Arthritic Joints

Pain and stiffness are two of several arthritis symptoms that can increasingly hold you back from enjoying day-to-day activities and completing tasks. Here’s how to improve arthritic joints with gentle movement.

Jul 14th, 2022