When it comes to pain–management options, not surprisingly, safe and effective pain relief should be priority number one. What may be surprising, however, is that some treatments have advantages that go beyond pain relief. In…
Fibromyalgia Experience: Understanding the Daily Reality of Living with Chronic Pain
Introduction Fibromyalgia is more than just chronic pain. It is a complex, long-term condition that affects nearly every aspect of a person’s life, from physical health and emotional well-being to work, relationships, sleep, and daily…
My Own 6 Ways That I am Living Well With Fibromyalgia
As we talked about in a previous post, getting treatment for your fibromyalgia is always important. Putting off your treatment can allow symptoms to worsen, and when you do finally seek treatment, it may be…
Honoring Mothers Who Face Chronic Pain
Introduction Motherhood is often described as one of life’s most rewarding journeys, but it is also one of its most demanding. From caring for newborns and guiding children through school years to supporting adult sons…
Exercising with a disability
As anyone with a disability knows, a disability can definitely complicate life at times—but it certainly doesn’t make life impossible. The same is true of exercising with a disability. Exercise can seriously boost moods, decrease…
Regenerative therapy: the future of pain control
Chronic pain is often the after-effect of degeneration, injury, or illness. Part of the body is left damaged somehow, and that damage causes pain. Most pain therapies concentrate on controlling the pain with medications, injections,…
Controlling pain with nerve block injections
The most common way to control pain is with oral medications, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids) or opioids. Some people don’t respond to these medications, though, while others are unable to tolerate oral pain…
The Downsides of Chronic Stress: How Prolonged Pressure Affects the Body, Mind, and Everyday Life
Introduction: When Stress Stops Being Temporary Stress is a normal part of being human. In short bursts, it can even be helpful. It sharpens focus before an important task, gives energy in emergencies, and helps…
How to treat a herniated disc?
A herniated disc is one of the most painful, debilitating lower back pain conditions. The pain caused by herniated disc is different for each person who experiences it and can even change as the condition progresses.…
Fibromyalgia and Bruxism Symptoms: Understanding the Hidden Connection Between Chronic Pain and Jaw Clenching
Exploring How Fibromyalgia and Bruxism Interact in the Body and Everyday Life Fibromyalgia and bruxism are two conditions that may seem unrelated at first glance. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder that affects muscles, nerves,…