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  Relieving Pain With Acupuncture

  Posted on: 14-Aug-2019 | No of views: 2274

  The ancient art of acupuncture has been used in Asia for centuries to treat many conditions and relieve pain. It's now being used in the United States and other Western countries to ease everything from low back pain to nerve pain (such as painful shingles rashes), to headaches, fibromyalgia, and menstrual cramps — and more. Traditional Chinese acupuncture involves the insertion of extremely fine needles into the skin at specific "acupoints." This may relieve pain by releasing endorphins, the body's natural pain-killing chemicals, and by affecting the part of the brain that governs serotonin, a brain chemical involved with mood.

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  Early Symptoms of Osteoarthritis

  Tags: Pain Management | Posted on: 13-Aug-2019 | No of views: 4326

  What is osteoarthritis? - Osteoarthritis (OA) is a form of degenerative joint pain caused by wear and tear on your joints. As you age, the cartilage that cushions your joints starts to wear down, causing the bones to rub together. The bone-on-bone action leads to inflammation of the joints. OA most commonly affects the joints in your arms and legs, including your fingers, wrists, knees, ankles, and hips. The lower back is also a common source of OA pain. Let your doctor know if you’re experiencing the following early symptoms of OA.

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  Quick Back Pain Tips for Airplane Rides

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness | Posted on: 11-Aug-2019 | No of views: 5672

  Flying with chronic low back pain? There are steps you can take both before and during your flight to better manage your back pain. Let’s get started with some things you can do prior to your flight. 1. Ask your doctor to help. Your doctor is one of your best advocates when preparing for a vacation.

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  Benefits of CBD Oil

  Tags: Pain Management | Posted on: 07-Aug-2019 | No of views: 4464

  CBD oil benefits list - Cannabidiol (CBD) oil is a product that’s derived from cannabis. It’s a type of cannabinoid, which are the chemicals naturally found in marijuana plants. Even though it comes from marijuana plants, CBD doesn’t create a “high” effect or any form of intoxication — that’s caused by another cannabinoid, known as THC.

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  Stages of Knee Osteoarthritis

  Tags: Pain Management | Posted on: 05-Aug-2019 | No of views: 4660

  Stages of osteoarthritis - Osteoarthritis (OA) is divided into five stages. Stage 0 is assigned to a normal, healthy knee. The highest stage, 4, is assigned to severe OA. OA that has become this advanced is likely to cause significant pain and disrupt joint movement.

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  Tips for Your Work Station and Office Chair

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness, Back Pain | Posted on: 02-Aug-2019 | No of views: 5546

  Did you know a desk job could be hazardous to your health? Sitting too much emerged as a serious health issue in the U.S. last year. Instead of sitting all day, consider alternating standing and sitting at work. Many new adjustable desks make this easier than ever. While you are seated, make sure you are doing all you can to ensure the health of your spine.

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  Q & A about CBD Oil

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness | Posted on: 31-Jul-2019 | No of views: 4595

  What is CBD? - It’s short for cannabidiol, and it’s a natural compound found in both marijuana and hemp plants. There’s some evidence that it might help treat pain, seizures, and some other health problems. But much more research is needed for doctors to know for sure what it can do.

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  How Cervical Selective Nerve Root Blocks Can Ease Neck Pain

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness | Posted on: 30-Jul-2019 | No of views: 5283

  A pinched nerve in your neck (cervical spine) may result in neck, shoulder, and/or arm pain. In response, your doctor may advise you to get a cervical nerve root block injection to help locate the nerve that is pinched, and also to relieve your pain. A pinched nerve in your neck may be caused by a cervical herniated disc, a cervical degenerated disc, or spinal stenosis (narrowing of your spinal canal).

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  First Aid for Your Back

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness, Back Pain | Posted on: 27-Jul-2019 | No of views: 4705

  First aid for episodes of back and neck pain can work surprisingly well. Here are some of the most effective first aid treatments you can try at home. Pain medication - Two main types of medications can be very helpful for relieving many types of back pain: acetaminophen and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

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  2 - Bad Mattress or Bad Back? Facet Arthritis Symptoms

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness, Back Pain | Posted on: 24-Jul-2019 | No of views: 4428

  Possible causes - Some factors increase your risk for developing facet arthritis and the aches and pains associated with it. They include Osteoarthritis: Having a joint problem in your hand or foot doesn’t mean you’ll develop arthritis in your spine. However, joints that are not aligned due to inflammatory arthritis, injury, or subsequent arthritis can lead to greater wear and tear or damage to other joints. That’s why having osteoarthritis somewhere in your body can ultimately lead to arthritis in the joints of your spine.

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