Understanding whether pain is acute or chronic is vital to proper pain management. We examine both types and approaches to treating them. Understanding Acute and Chronic Pain Most people generally try to avoid pain as much as they can. While this is understandable,…
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Managing chronic pain with meditation We take a look at the important role meditation and mindfulness can play in effective chronic pain management, and how to add meditation to a treatment plan. The Mind-Body Connection As our understanding of chronic pain…
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In the previous post, we touched on ways to alleviate the negative psychological effects of chronic pain. Here, we’ll take a closer look at the connections between chronic pain and depression, and strategies for tackling both. Chronic Pain and the Human Mind…
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Chronic joint and muscle pain affects millions of people around the world. To combat this, we must understand how injury and illness can lead to chronic pain. Everyone experiences occasional muscle or joint pain from exercise or minor injuries and ailments….
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Effective treatment of chronic pain is not as simple as taking a pill or a few days off of work. It often requires a combination of medication and non-medication treatments, adjusted to fit each patient’s unique needs. Today, we’ll explore the role that…
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What are Opioids and How Do They Work Opioids are powerful medications that produce morphine-like effects, including pain relief, euphoria, drowsiness, and slowed heartbeat. Many people use the terms “opioid” and “opiate” interchangeably. “Opiate”,…
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