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What to Expect When Returning to Sports After an ACL Injury

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries rank among the most prevalent sports-related knee injuries. When athletes resume their activities prematurely, they risk causing further significant harm. Let’s explore what to anticipate when returning to sports a

Dec 2nd, 2024

How Common Is Degenerative Disc Disease?

Like all machines, your body breaks down over time, and the cushiony discs in your spine are particularly vulnerable. By age 40, almost everyone develops some degree of degenerative disc disease. Here’s why and what you can do about it.

Nov 1st, 2024

5 Ways To Know If You Are Suffering From Sciatica

Back pain affects almost everyone at some point, but how do you know whether you have sciatica or some other condition? Once you know these five classic sciatica symptoms, you’ll have a pretty clear idea and know when to seek help.

Oct 16th, 2024

How Prolotherapy Injections are Changing Joint Pain Treatment

Tired of joint pain holding you back? Discover how prolotherapy injections are changing the game in pain management for lasting relief! 

Sep 16th, 2024

What Causes Frozen Shoulder and How You Can Fix It

Did you know that, like water, your shoulder can freeze over time, and then thaw? Trouble is the pain and immobility can be long-lasting. There’s a minimally invasive surgical option that’s now available if more conservative treatments have failed.

Aug 1st, 2024

What's Included in Sports Medicine?

Is sports medicine just for athletes? If not, what does it entail? If you’ve been wondering about this medical specialty and how you may benefit from it, here’s what you need to know.

Jul 19th, 2024

When to Consider Botox Injections for Your Headaches

Botox® injections are FDA-approved to treat chronic headaches, and if you’ve been struggling with these headaches, this news can be a welcome relief. Read on to identify four signs it’s time to consider Botox for headaches.

Jun 2nd, 2024

Can Knee Osteoarthritis Be Reversed?

May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and most people who have the disease have osteoarthritis among the more than 100 types. Can you reverse the effects of knee osteoarthritis? Learn what you can do to deal with the pain, stiffness and other symptoms.

May 8th, 2024

Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Understanding Your Treatment Options

Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic pain condition that can negatively impact your quality of life. We take a closer look at the available treatment options for this common health condition here.

Apr 2nd, 2024

When Is Surgery the Best Option for a Herniated Disc?

A herniated disc often responds well to nonsurgical techniques and may resolve on its own, but what should you do when the pain persists? Here’s what to consider if you’re thinking about surgery for your herniated disc.

Mar 1st, 2024

Can Physical Therapy Help Me Resolve Recurrent Sciatica for Good?

Sciatica is a common cause of chronic pain for millions of people. If your sciatica symptoms recur, physical therapy could be what you’re looking for to prevent future symptoms and avoid long-term use of medication.

Feb 2nd, 2024

Is Your Sacroiliac (SI) Joint the Cause of Your Hip Pain?

As your body’s largest joints, your hips are prone to discomfort after decades of near-constant use. If you’re trying to locate the source of your hip pain, the sacroiliac joint is a logical place to start. 

Jan 18th, 2024

5 Non-Surgical Strategies to Improve Degenerative Disc Disease

Are you struggling with the discomfort and limitations of degenerative disc disease (DDD)? Discover five effective, non-invasive treatments to reduce pain and improve your quality of life.

Dec 8th, 2023

How Aging Affects Your Spinal Health

Did you know that the health of your spine starts to change after your 30s? Take a moment as we explore these spinal health changes, including how to prevent them and what you can do about them.

Nov 1st, 2023

These Factors May Be Contributing to Your Knee Arthritis

Is knee arthritis inevitable as you get older? Are you predisposed to the condition? Learn which factors contribute to knee arthritis and what you can do to prevent it or slow its progression.

Oct 1st, 2023

3 Types of Headaches and How They’re Treated

When you’re dealing with a headache nearly every day, it’s nothing short of misery. The solution, though, starts by determining what type of headache you have. Here are three types of headaches and how they’re treated.

Sep 1st, 2023

What Conditions Respond Well to Prolotherapy?

Suffering from chronic pain? Prolotherapy can regenerate your body’s natural healing ability so you feel better. Discover if your condition is a good candidate.

Aug 3rd, 2023

The Link Between Bone Spurs and Leg Pain

Most cases of sciatica-related leg pain are brought on by a herniated spinal disc. So, what does it mean when yours is the symptom of a bone spur? Learn more about the connection between bone spurs and sciatica here.

Jul 1st, 2023

What Are My Treatment Options for Scoliosis?

Your spine is vital to the basic movement of your upper body and essential for balance and other functions. Scoliosis is a condition that alters the shape of your spine and affects your health. Let’s look at ways to treat it.

May 1st, 2023

How Botox® Can Treat Your Migraines

Migraines cause chronic and often severe headache pain. Botox®, first developed to relax muscles around your eyes and forehead, can be used therapeutically as a treatment for migraines. Read to learn more.

Apr 1st, 2023

What Is Referred Pain?

You might be surprised to hear your physician diagnose you with a back injury after you report pain or numbness in your limbs. Find out how referred pain happens and what you can do to manage it.

Mar 7th, 2023

My Back Surgery Failed: What Should I Do Now?

When the surgery that was supposed to minimize your back pain leaves you instead with lingering aches, it’s natural to feel disappointed. Thankfully, appropriate treatment for failed back surgery syndrome can go far.

Feb 3rd, 2023

Will Tendonitis in My Hip Go Away on Its Own?

Are you experiencing pain or discomfort in your hip that doesn’t improve with rest and time? Read on to find out when you should seek medical help for hip tendonitis.

Jan 3rd, 2023

The Difference Between Primary and Secondary Headaches

You probably already know that headaches have many causes. To help clarify the source of your head pain, it’s helpful to break those causes into primary and secondary conditions. Read on to learn more.

Dec 1st, 2022

How to Manage Your Arthritis in Cold Weather

There are lots to do, from ice skating to hitting the slopes when the temperature drops — unless you have arthritis. Here’s how to stay active despite the chill.

Nov 1st, 2022

Can Regenerative Medicine Help My Chronic Leg Pain?

What if we could help your body heal better? Regenerative medicine may help reduce your need for pain medication for your chronic leg pain while helping to restore your damaged muscles, joints, tendons, or ligaments.

Oct 1st, 2022

How to Prevent and Treat Shin Splints

You may have never heard of shin splints until this throbbing ache at the front of your leg takes you out of the game for days or even weeks. Learn more about shin splints, including how to prevent them and how to treat them.

Sep 1st, 2022

5 Signs You're Dealing with Patellar Tendinitis

Patellar tendinitis is an overuse injury that’s best caught early, especially if an active lifestyle is important to you. Also called jumper’s knee, here are some common symptoms to be on the lookout for.

Aug 1st, 2022

Will My ACL Injury Heal on its Own?

The plant, pivot, and pop is the dreaded progression of events leading to an ACL injury. It’s every athlete’s worst nightmare, because recovery can be long and painful, and surgery is a probability. Or is it?

Jul 1st, 2022

Bad Habits That Are Wrecking Your Neck

If you have neck pain, a specific habit could be to blame. From tech neck to poor posture, here are some leading lifestyle causes of neck discomfort.

Jun 1st, 2022

Is Spinal Cord Stimulation the Answer to Your Chronic Back Pain?

Chronic back pain can leave you feeling downright miserable and wondering if there’s a way to find relief. Here’s how a spinal cord stimulator may be able to alleviate your pain.

May 1st, 2022

Nonsurgical Treatments for Hip Pain

Hip pain can make it difficult to keep going with your daily life activities. But, you might not be ready to explore surgery. Here are some nonsurgical techniques you can use to address hip pain without going under the knife.

Apr 1st, 2022

What You Need to Know About Prolotherapy

If you suffer from chronic pain, you know how it affects nearly all aspects of your life. Prolotherapy offers an all-natural alternative for solving chronic pain. Learn what you need to know about this innovative solution for living pain-free.

Mar 1st, 2022

Is Your Lifestyle Fueling Your Headaches?

A sudden headache is never welcome, and while it’s not always clear why it’s happening now, there are lifestyle conditions and choices that may contribute to or trigger your pain. Being aware of these factors may help you sidestep the headaches.

Feb 1st, 2022

When to See a Specialist About Arm Pain

Most people take their arms for granted… until one gets injured or causes pain. But not all arm pain is the same. Here’s a look at some of the most common causes of arm pain and when it’s time to get help from a specialist.

Jan 4th, 2022

Injections for Hip Pain: What to Expect

Hip pain can stop you in your tracks and be so debilitating that your mobility is limited. Learn about the causes of pain, how it’s diagnosed, and how hip pain injections can be a game-changing treatment.

Dec 5th, 2021

Myths and Facts About Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

Because complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) can feel fairly mysterious, it’s not surprising that several myths commonly circulate about it. To help you understand this condition, though, we’ve busted them here.

Nov 1st, 2021

The Difference Between Scoliosis and Kyphosis

Conditions like scoliosis and kyphosis can cause symptoms of back pain, lowering your quality of life. Read on to learn more about the difference between these spinal conditions, and what treatment options are available.

Oct 4th, 2021

How Kyphoplasty Relieves Nerve pain

Compression fractures can cause lower back pain as well as nerve pain. Kyphoplasty can restore the height of compressed vertebrae and relieve nerve pain. Continue reading to learn more.

Sep 8th, 2021

Things You’re Doing That Make Your Sciatica Worse

Your sciatic nerve is easily irritated. But there are things you are doing that can definitely make the pain worse. Learn more about what is worsening your back pain symptoms and what you can do about it.

Aug 12th, 2021

5 Tips to Protect Your Back

Nothing can hijack your life like back pain, which is why avoiding it in the first place is the best plan of attack. To get you started, we’ve gathered five great tips that will go a long way toward keeping back pain at bay.

Jul 4th, 2021

Why Do I Keep Getting Headaches?

Recurrent headaches can have a significant negative impact on your quality of life. Click here to learn more about the possible causes of your frequent headaches.

Jun 14th, 2021

Sprains and Strains: What to Do About These Common Sports Injuries

Sprains and strains are all too common in sports. Learn what you should do if you have symptoms of a joint sprain or muscle strain to reduce your risk for more complex injuries.

May 14th, 2021

Do You Have a Frozen Shoulder?

If your shoulder is painful and stiff to the point where your range of motion is reduced, you might have a frozen shoulder. Read on to learn about the signs of this painful condition and what you can do about it.

Apr 1st, 2021

5 Symptoms of Arthritis

Chronic pain of any kind makes life difficult. When the pain is due to a degenerative condition like arthritis, it can be even worse. If your joints are tender and swollen, you may be worried about whether or not you’re developing arthritis.

Mar 15th, 2021

What Are the Different Types of Headaches?

The symptoms of a headache can help identify the type of headache you have. Learn more about the four common types of headaches and how you can treat them.

Feb 12th, 2021

When You Should Consider Using Medications to Manage Your Pain

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to pain management. That’s why you need a custom treatment plan that caters to your pain condition. Learn when you should seek professional help for pain and what medication therapies are available.

Jan 7th, 2021

How Sports Injuries Are Set Apart from Others

Participating in sports is a great way to stay in peak physical condition. But sports can also increase your risk for muscle sprains, tendon tears, and other painful injuries. Learn more about common sports injuries and the nonsurgical therapies available

Dec 11th, 2020

What Conditions Will Joint Injections Help?

Joint pain doesn’t have to interfere with your quality of life. Learn how minimally invasive joint injections can provide fast, effective relief of pain and stiffness to find out if it’s a treatment option for you.

Nov 12th, 2020

The Link Between Smoking and Herniated Discs

If you’re a smoker, your risk for developing a herniated disc can increase significantly. Learn more about how the nicotine in the cigarettes you smoke affects your discs and long-term spinal health.

Oct 7th, 2020

Will My Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Ever Go Away?

If you’ve healed from an injury but the pain isn’t going away, you may have complex regional pain syndrome. Learn how interventional pain management techniques can relieve your chronic pain and help you live a more active life.

Sep 9th, 2020

I Had Back Surgery, But I’m Still in Pain — Now What?

Any type of surgery poses a risk for pain following the procedure. Learn more about available pain management services you can rely on if you still have pain in the months after your back surgery.

Aug 7th, 2020

5 Tips for Preventing Sports-Related Shoulder Injuries

If you love staying active with sports, your risk for shoulder injuries increases. Learn effective tips for protecting your shoulder against dislocations, rotator cuff tears, and other common sports-related shoulder injuries.

Jul 26th, 2020

Prolotherapy: How Does It Work and What Conditions Does It Treat?

When it comes to managing painful conditions, finding solutions that help your body heal from within are best, which is the goal with prolotherapy. Here’s a look at how this innovative solution works to restore pain-free movement.

Jun 22nd, 2020

These Lifestyle Modifications Can Prevent Your Sciatica From Acting Up

Whether you’ve had sciatica before or you’d simply like to avoid the debilitating problem altogether, prevention is key. These lifestyle tips will go a long way toward keeping your sciatic nerve from flaring up.

May 29th, 2020

Best Treatment Options for Your Arthritis

New research suggests the number of adults in the United States who struggle with arthritis could be as high as 91 million. If you find yourself with painful joints, the good news is that you do have treatment options.

Apr 17th, 2020