To most people, pain is usually nothing more than an annoyance–a twinge of back pain or a prickle of pain from a hangnail. For those who suffer from a chronic pain condition, however, it’s much…
Fibromyalgia and Osteoporosis Treatments: Managing Two Chronic Conditions Together
Introduction Fibromyalgia and osteoporosis are two distinct chronic conditions that can significantly affect quality of life, especially when they occur in the same person. Fibromyalgia primarily involves widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and heightened…
Leg spasms relieved by muscle relaxants
Almost everyone will experience a painful leg spasm at some point. These spasms, sometimes called “Charley horses,” are a painful contraction that can last from a few seconds to several minutes. Residual pain can linger for…
How Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Affect Skin
At The Pain Center of United States, the pain specialists know that, while rheumatoid arthritis is known as a condition that affects the joints, unfortunately, it can also affect the skin. The disease itself and…
Living with osteoarthritis of the knees and hips
In 2007, arthritis and conditions related to it cost the U.S. economy almost $128 billion in medical care and indirect expenses. The most widespread form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is sometimes called “wear and…
Exercising Hands and Fingers
Dealing with osteoarthritis can be difficult, and sometimes the most frustrating part is the pain in the hands and fingers. But patients do not have to sit by and live with this pain. The following…
Innovative Treatment for Phantom Limb Pain in Fibromyalgia
Exploring a Rare but Distressing Overlap Between Neurological Pain and Chronic Pain Syndromes Phantom limb pain is a unique and often misunderstood condition in which a person experiences pain sensations that seem to originate from…
Great Exercise Tips for Those With RA
For those with a chronic pain condition like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the idea of exercising seems laughable. How can one possibly work up the energy to get physical when they feel so stiff, sore, and…
The invisible pain of neuralgia
Neuralgia is sharp, and often severe, pain that runs along the path of a nerve. The basic cause of neuralgia pain is damage or irritation of a nerve. This damage or irritation can be caused…
The Paleo Diet for Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Sufferers
Introduction Arthritis and fibromyalgia are chronic conditions that can significantly affect daily life through persistent pain, fatigue, stiffness, and reduced physical function. While arthritis is typically associated with joint inflammation and structural changes in the…