sciatic nerve pain

Types of Sciatic Nerve Pain

If you suffer from sciatica, you know how painful it can be. It disrupts your daily life, affecting everything from sitting in the car to standing in the kitchen to make a meal.    Sciatica is a term used for any pain or symptom that causes numbness or sensation like tingling along the sciatic nerve.  This means sciatic nerve pain …

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managing your pain at home

Effectively Managing Your Pain on a Daily Basis

Pain does have a purpose, although it can be uncomfortable. When pain overstays its welcome, it can alter your quality of life and prevent you from living your best life.    Chronic pain can be debilitating and for patients who have suffered for years with pain and discomfort, they may not be interested in undergoing perhaps another surgery or trying …

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chronic pain affect sleep in older male with white hair and beard

How Does Chronic Pain Affect Sleep?

Sleep is key to your body’s overall health. But if you experience chronic pain, sleep can become problematic. In fact, sleep disturbances are present in 67%-88% of all chronic pain cases.    ‘Sleep disturbances’ is a catchall phrase for any type of difficulty sleeping. The most common types of sleep problems for patients with chronic pain are insomnia, restless leg …

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common sports injuries

Top 10 Most Common Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are common in children and adults. There are hundreds of different types of injuries that are caused by sports. Some body parts are more susceptible to injury than others and the top three injuries make up for the majority of all sports-related injuries.    Let’s discuss the 10 most common sports injuries in the United States. Our team …

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facet joint injections

What is the Facet Joint Injection?

Facet joints are small, bony joints that sit along the spine. They are paired up from the neck to the lower back area. When the joints get inflamed, they cause pain that can be severe. The pain can be acute or chronic, caused by a variety of conditions.    The pain radiates to other parts of the body and causes …

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acute and chronic pain differences

How Are Acute and Chronic Pain Different?

When it comes to your pain, there are two different types of pain: acute and chronic. All pain is uncomfortable, unwanted, and unpleasant.  No matter the type of pain, it can range from mild to severe and all pain has the ability to reduce your quality of life and prevent you from living the life you deserve.  Acute and Chronic …

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