You may have perused the “Providers” section of our website and wondered what the D.O. and M.D. behind a physician’s name stood for. You may have also wondered if the difference between the two degrees…
Arthritis
A comprehensive guide to Arthritis, exploring its symptoms, types, causes, and effective treatment options to manage joint pain and improve mobility.
Turning a Moment of Change Into Transformational Momentum for Chronic Pain Management in Fibromyalgia
Introduction Living with fibromyalgia often feels like carrying an invisible weight that affects every aspect of life. The widespread pain, persistent fatigue, disrupted sleep, mental fog, and emotional challenges can make even simple daily tasks…
Sit-ups May Cause Back Pain
If sit-ups are a part of your regular workout routine, you may want to reconsider. The Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps are already doing so after a study found that 56% of fitness–related injuries…
Why Women Need a Personalized Approach to Fibromyalgia Chronic Pain Management
Understanding Fibromyalgia and Its Impact on Women’s Lives Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, but women are diagnosed with it far more frequently than men. Characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain,…
Is Cracking Your Back Bad For Arthritis?
At a young age, we were warned not to twist to crack our backs so we don’t get arthritis. The sensation may feel good and is most likely not a cause of an existing arthritic…
Nagging Low Back Pain? Try Mindfulness for Fibromyalgia Relief
Understanding the Connection Between Low Back Pain and Fibromyalgia Nagging low back pain can become one of the most frustrating and exhausting symptoms for people living with fibromyalgia. Unlike an injury that heals over time,…
What Is Bone Cement and How Is It Used?
Bone cement is a tool used by our physicians to create an internal cast that stabilizes fractured vertebrae. It does not look like the wet cement you may see on the street at first. In…
Text Neck Is a Real Thing
Your cellphone puts the world at your fingertips, but it can wreak havoc with your neck. There’s even a name for the pain you get when looking down at your screen — “text neck” —…
Don’t Let Arthritis Pain Stop You From Exercising
Is arthritis pain getting in the way of your fitness plans? That need not be the case. In fact, physical activity can be vital to your continued mobility. Osteoarthritis is a joint disease that affects…
What Are Back Spasms? Understanding the Connection with Fibromyalgia
Introduction Back spasms are a common and often painful experience that can affect people of all ages. They may occur suddenly during physical activity, after lifting a heavy object, or even while resting. For many…