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5 Lifestyle Habits That Can Lead to Chronic Back Pain
Tobacco use and your choice of footwear don’t seem like they’d have anything to do with your back, but both can lead to chronic back pain. Learn how your daily habits affect your back and what changes you can make to find relief.
Dec 1st, 2022

When to Consider Injections for Your Back Pain
If over-the-counter medicine isn’t relieving your back pain, it may be time to consider alternative therapies. Learn how injections can address inflammation and other issues that contribute to back pain.
Oct 6th, 2022

4 Popular Benefits of PRP Therapy
If you’re not finding pain relief with medications, physical therapy, or other conservative strategies, it might be time to consider the benefits of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy.
Sep 1st, 2022

How to Get a Diagnosis for Your Nerve Pain?
If you have persistent tingling or burning pain, you might be a candidate for electromyography (EMG) testing. Find out how an EMG can identify the cause of your nerve pain and what treatments are available for long-lasting pain relief.
Jul 4th, 2022

What Your Young Athlete Should Know About Concussions
Concussions are the most common type of head injury, especially in young athletes. Learn more about concussions and what your child needs to know about the potential long-term complications of a concussion.
Jun 1st, 2022

Is Your Phone to Blame for Your Neck Pain?
Every time you glance down at your phone, you may be putting stress on the muscles in your neck. Learn how your constant phone use may affect the long-term health of your upper spine and increase your risk for chronic neck pain.
May 3rd, 2022

Your Surgery-Free Solution to Shoulder Pain
When you’re looking for relief from chronic shoulder pain but are hoping to avoid surgery, it’s time to consider the many benefits of nonsurgical regenerative medicine therapies. Learn how regenerative medicine can work for you.
Apr 5th, 2022

Not Interested in Opioids? Try PRP Instead
If you need relief from chronic pain but worry about addiction and other side effects of opioids, you may be a candidate for regenerative therapies like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections.
Mar 7th, 2022

Signs You May Have a Spinal Compression Fracture
About 750,000 people in the United States develop spinal compression fractures each year. Learn more about the signs of compression fractures, so you can get the treatment you need right away.
Jan 1st, 2022

How to Protect Your Knees During Your Workout
Your knees are susceptible to injury, even during your usual exercise routine, if you’re not careful. Learn how to reduce your risk for painful joint injuries while still getting a great workout.
Dec 12th, 2021

Do You Need a Medical Expert Witness? We Can Help!
If you’ve been injured through no fault of your own, you might need a medical expert witness on your side in court. Read on to learn how our accomplished pain management physician and neurologist can help you win.
Oct 13th, 2021

How Regenerative Medicine Can Heal Your Chronic Pain
Regenerative medicine, like stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, might be the key to healing your chronic pain. Read more about these treatments to determine if you’re a good candidate.
Sep 15th, 2021

How Stem Cell Therapy Can Help with Joint Pain
Are you dealing with joint pain? Stem cell therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that stimulates healing and restores physical function by using the body’s own cells to make you feel better. Get joint pain relief today with stem cell therapy.
Jul 15th, 2021

5 Benefits of PRP Therapy
When it comes to health and healing, your body has almost everything it needs. PRP therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that taps into your body’s natural healing powers. Click here to learn more about its many benefits.
Jun 29th, 2021

A Closer Look at Your Shoulder Joint
Shoulder pain is a common result of repetitive movements or injuries suffered in a car or work accident. The shoulder joint is a marvel, but it’s also vulnerable. Learn more about the shoulder and how to find relief from your shoulder pain.
May 25th, 2021

Tips for Avoiding Back Pain When Lifting Heavy Items

We all have to lift heavy items every now and then. But lifting doesn’t have to be harmful to your back. Whether you’re moving heavy boxes or doing a kettlebell routine, here are some ways to avoid back pain.
Apr 19th, 2021

What Every Athlete Should Know About Concussions
Sports-related concussions are usually viewed as minor injuries, which is why serious consequences are often underestimated and even shocking. Read more about post-traumatic headaches and the detection and treatment of sports-related concussions.
Mar 17th, 2021

How We Treat Chronic Pain
Chronic pain affects your quality of life and often begins with an illness or injury. In time, acute pain becomes chronic when it persists even after the damaged tissue has healed. Read more about how chronic pain develops and how it’s treated here.
Jan 19th, 2021

The Dangers of Tech Neck
Do you use a computer at work or spend a lot of time on your smartphone? If so, do you also experience neck pain? These activities put a lot of strain on your neck, and you shouldn’t ignore the pain. Learn more about the dangers of “tech neck.”
Dec 14th, 2020

What Causes Shoulder Pain?
Shoulder pain affects men and women of all ages. The problem can be acute or chronic, with acute pain emerging after exercise, for example, or chronic pain caused by wear-and-tear on your joints. Read more about shoulder pain here.
Nov 9th, 2020

Should You Give Epidural Injections a Shot for Your Back Pain?
If you’ve been in an accident or have a serious illness, you likely understand what it feels like to live with severe pain for weeks, even months. If back pain is your constant companion, it can be unbearable. Can an epidural injection help?
Oct 9th, 2020

Will an EMG Show a Pinched Nerve?
Having a pinched nerve can be a constant source of pain, but it might also be dismissed as just general muscle soreness. Learn more about pinched nerves and a tool we use to detect them.
Sep 16th, 2020