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When Is Tingling a Sign of Neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy can cause debilitating symptoms, and like other medical conditions, it responds best to early treatment. Tingling is a common symptom you should know about. Here’s when tingling could mean you have peripheral neuropathy.
Sep 1st, 2023

6 Risk Factors for Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is more common than many people realize, and it tends to occur in people with specific risk factors. Read on to learn what those risk factors are, so you can decide if you might need to be evaluated.
Aug 1st, 2023

How Arthritis Symptoms Affect Your Sleep
A common source of chronic joint pain, most people know that arthritis can make it difficult and painful to perform lots of activities. What’s less commonly known is that arthritis can affect your sleep, too. In this post, learn what to do about it.
Jul 2nd, 2023

The Toll Diabetes Can Take on Your Nerves
Many people know diabetes can affect vision and the kidneys, but what a lot of people don’t know is that it can take a toll on the nerves, too. Knowing what symptoms to look for can help you prevent permanent nerve damage.
Jun 2nd, 2023

Here’s When Nerve Blocks are The Best Treatment Option
Chronic pain can be debilitating, and sometimes, pain medicine and similar therapies aren’t able to provide adequate relief. In cases like these, nerve blocks can be a great solution. Here’s how to tell if they could be right for you.
May 2nd, 2023

Are Your Painful Symptoms a Sign of Radiculopathy?
Radiculopathy is a painful condition that’s caused by nerve compression or irritation. Prompt treatment is the key to feeling better and preventing more serious problems. Here are the symptoms to look for.
Apr 1st, 2023

Is Arthritis Inevitable As I Age?
If you think painful joints are just a natural part of getting older, we’ve got some good news: With proper management, you can reduce or even prevent joint pain with proactive osteoarthritis treatment. Here’s how we can help.
Mar 2nd, 2023

Bad Habits That Are Making Your Neck Pain Worse
Millions of people suffer from neck pain, including persistent chronic pain that can make even simple tasks uncomfortable. Fortunately, many people can find relief with just a few simple changes in their habits.
Feb 1st, 2023

Your First Steps After an Auto Accident
Auto accidents are nerve-racking events, and it’s not always easy to know what to do if you’ve been in one. This post reviews the most essential steps to take right after an accident, so you can stay protected.
Jan 1st, 2023

Lesser-Known Causes of Neuropathy
Diabetes is a common cause of peripheral neuropathy, but it’s not the only cause. If you have nerve-related symptoms, here’s a quick review of some of the other causes you need to know about.
Dec 1st, 2022

Low Back Pain? Your Diet May Be to Blame
There’s a lot of truth in the old saying, “You are what you eat.” This can be especially true when it comes to low back pain. Here’s how your diet could be contributing to your painful symptoms.
Nov 1st, 2022

Help! I Have Whiplash
Whiplash is a common type of neck injury, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t need a doctor’s care. In fact, early medical intervention is essential for preventing long-term complications. If you have whiplash, here’s what you need to know.
Oct 1st, 2022

A Closer Look at Your Nerves
Nerves make up your body’s electrical system, controlling everything from simple movements to automatic functions you don’t even think about. This quick primer offers an overview of the nerves, along with a review of some nerve problems and symptoms.
Aug 1st, 2022

5 Ways to Reduce Whiplash Symptoms
Whiplash is a common cause of neck pain and stiffness, affecting millions of Americans every year. If you’re suffering from whiplash symptoms, here are five things you can do to feel better.
Jun 1st, 2022

5 Exercises for Managing Chronic Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain affects millions of people, limiting activities and taking a toll on their enjoyment of life. The good news is therapeutic exercises, like the five listed in this blog, can help ease many types of back pain.
May 1st, 2022

Can Arthritis Cause Neuropathy?
It’s difficult enough dealing with the painful symptoms of arthritis or neuropathy. It’s even worse when they occur together. Here’s how these two chronic conditions can be linked.
Apr 1st, 2022

Can Dietary Changes Help My Fibromyalgia?
There’s no cure for fibromyalgia (yet) — but there are effective ways to manage it. For some people with fibromyalgia, making a few dietary changes can provide meaningful relief for pain and other symptoms. Here’s what you need to know.
Mar 1st, 2022

How to Reduce Sciatica Pain Fast
Sciatica is a common type of lower back pain, and without treatment, it can take a big toll on your life. The good news is there are some simple steps you can take to feel better fast. Here’s what to do.
Feb 1st, 2022

Can Weight Gain Cause a Herniated Disc?
Carrying around extra pounds can affect your health in lots of ways, including increasing your risk of suffering a herniated disc. Here’s how these two common conditions are linked.
Jan 1st, 2022

5 Signs of Fibromyalgia
Widespread discomfort is probably the best-known symptom of fibromyalgia, but it’s not the only one. If you think you might have fibromyalgia, here are five symptoms you should know about.
Dec 1st, 2021

Understanding How Workers’ Comp Works
If you’ve been injured on the job, you might be concerned about how the cost of your treatment will affect your budget. Fortunately, workers’ comp insurance is designed to cover these bills — and other costs, too. Here’s how it works.
Oct 1st, 2021

Does My Muscle Pain Mean I Have Fibromyalgia?
It’s not uncommon to have sore, aching muscles after a day at the gym or another strenuous activity. But what if your pain is persistent? Then, it could be fibromyalgia. Here’s how to tell.
Sep 1st, 2021

Will My Whiplash Pain Go Away on Its Own?
Whiplash can cause a variety of symptoms ranging from mild to severe. While you might think that the symptoms will go away without medical treatment, they could actually get a lot worse. Here’s why it’s important to see a doctor right away.
Aug 1st, 2021

Relief for Your Sciatica
Sciatica can cause back pain as well as tingling, numbness, and other sensations in the buttocks and legs. If you have this condition, treatment can help relieve your symptoms and get you healthy again. Read on to learn more.
Jul 21st, 2021

Your First Steps After a Workplace Injury
Millions of workers are injured on the job each year, often incurring major medical bills as a result. Thankfully, workers’ compensation can help. But, you need to follow the right steps. Here’s what to do right after a workplace injury.
Jun 24th, 2021

Staying Active With Arthritis
The pain and stiffness of arthritis leads many people to be less physically active. But decreasing physical activity could make your symptoms worse. Here’s how to get the activity you need to help relieve your arthritis symptoms.
May 19th, 2021

Is There A Cure for Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia affects millions of Americans, causing pain, achiness, and a host of other symptoms. Read on to learn what fibromyalgia is and what the treatment options are.
Apr 12th, 2021

Myths and Facts About Workers’ Compensation
Every year, millions of people file workers’ compensation claims for injuries suffered on the job or as a result of their job duties. Still, there’s a lot of confusion about workers’ comp. In this blog, we bust eight of the most common myths.
Mar 21st, 2021

The Link Between Poor Nutrition and Neuropathy
Nutrition plays a major role in maintaining good overall health. But, did you know that what you eat also has a bearing on your nerve health? It’s true! Here’s how watching what you eat just might improve neuropathy symptoms.
Feb 11th, 2021

Myths and Facts About Fibromyalgia
Even though fibromyalgia affects millions of people worldwide, there are still a lot of misunderstandings surrounding this painful condition. Read on to learn some of the common myths as well as the real answers.
Jan 12th, 2021

Tips for Living With Arthritis
Arthritis affects millions of people. If you’re one of them, you know how it can affect many of your daily routines. Learning how to manage arthritis is the key to feeling and living better. Here are some tips that can help.
Dec 7th, 2020

Sciatica Pain Vs. Other Back Pain
Sciatica is a common cause of lower back pain, but it’s not the only cause. How can you tell if your back pain is from sciatica or another problem? By learning to recognize these typical sciatica symptoms.
Nov 9th, 2020

Do You Have These 4 Symptoms of Arthritis?
It seems like you were healthy and running about outside not long ago, and now you’re groaning every time you stand up. Stiffness comes with age, but certain symptoms can signify arthritis, a medical condition that needs prompt attention.
Sep 15th, 2020

Common Illness and Workers Comp
Are you entitled to workers’ comp benefits for your illness? Keep reading to learn what common illnesses are covered by workers’ comp.
Aug 20th, 2020

Pain Management and COVID19: What You Should Know
The pandemic has forced us all to make difficult and sometimes necessary sacrifices. Fortunately, you don’t have to give up your chronic pain treatment. Here’s how we’re helping you cope with pain during COVID-19.
Jul 20th, 2020

Treat Your Sciatica With These Lifestyle Changes
An irritated sciatic nerve can make life miserable. The immense, burning pain that shoots down your leg can put a damper on your quality of life and increase your risk of anxiety and depression. Treatment can provide relief.
Jun 5th, 2020

Am I at Risk for Peripheral Neuropathy?
Are you experiencing numbness, tingling, or a burning sensation in your hands or feet? You may have peripheral neuropathy. Though the nerve condition is common, there are certain factors that increase your risk.
Apr 29th, 2020

Could Sciatica Be Causing My Buttock Pain?
Are you experiencing pain in one of your buttocks? Sciatica might be the cause. This painful condition can be excruciating and stop you from living your life fully. Read on to learn more about sciatica and what you can do to leave your pain behind.
Oct 1st, 2019

How to Best Prevent Sports-Related Injuries
Can you really injure yourself while playing golf or tennis? The truth is you can, especially in your joints or your back. Therefore, it's important to know the available prevention techniques to help you protect your body while playing.
Jun 1st, 2019

The Importance of Exercise for Arthritis Sufferers
Are you living with the pain and limitation of arthritis? Find out why exercising may be just what you need to reduce pain and increase range of motion. See how exercise specifically helps joints and learn how to get started improving joint health.
Jan 16th, 2019

Why Whiplash Pain Is Often Delayed
Whiplash is a common injury that can cause a variety of subtle but painful symptoms. Many patients who suffer from whiplash take a long time to realize that they have been injured. If you've recently been in an accident, here's what you need to know.
Nov 29th, 2018

Back Pain After A Recent Fall? What You Should Know And Do
As you get older, actions and events that once had very little impact on how you feel or that would not have caused you any lasting pain or injury, could now cause your body significant damage and cause you to feel long-lasting pain.
May 26th, 2017

Home Remedies For Acute Back And Neck Pain
Acute back and neck pain is a common ailment for most people, no matter the age. It can come from a day of garden work or being a little too aggressive on the basketball court. Relieve the pain and tension with two easy home remedies.
Mar 20th, 2017

How To Tell If You Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, sometimes simply referred to as CTS, is damage to the hands, wrists and arms that occurs in many people, especially those who work with keyboards, musical instruments or any other handheld equipment that puts repetitive strain on th
Nov 20th, 2016