Did you know that the brain itself does not feel pain because it does not contain any nociceptors? If you've been wondering about the neuroscience of pain, it is important to understand that there are no simple answers to this question. This is because the relationship between the brain and the body is very complex. But it [...]
A study done in 2016 revealed that around 20.4 of US adults had chronic pain issues. Revealing how common an issue this is for people who are dealing with pain. Chronic pain is very common and can affect people at different degrees. As everyone is going to have their own health issues and pain triggers that they [...]
Are you struggling with neck pain and aren't sure where it came from or what you should do about it? You're not alone, as it is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders. However, you've come to the right place. We can help you figure out what's causing your pain and when you should be calling your [...]
Are you struggling with neck pain and aren't sure where it came from or what you should do about it? You're not alone, as it is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders. However, you've come to the right place. We can help you figure out what's causing your pain and when you should be calling your [...]
Types of Chronic Pain Syndromes Chronic pain can last for weeks, months, or even years. A costly problem for the nation, the individual costs associated with chronic pain can be overwhelming. While pain can be caused by various health conditions, it can actually cause other health-related problems (i.e. depression, high blood pressure, etc…). The most common [...]
Top 5 Neck Pain Causes Have you ever heard the phrase 'You're a pain in my neck?' If so, and you find yourself saying it here and there, then you must know how frustrating neck pain can be. To call someone a 'pain in your neck' means to call them the worst muscle strain of all. Neck pain occurs around the bones [...]
Do you suffer from chronic pain that keeps you awake at night? Pain that interferes with your career and social life? You're not alone, more than 20% of adults in the US suffer from chronic pain and that number has significantly increased since 2002. The good news is that finding a center of pain management is easier than [...]
Over 50 million Americans live with chronic pain. Are you one of them? If so, you're no stranger to the devastating toll that chronic pain symptoms can take on your life. This condition can make it challenging to spend time with family and friends, go to work, or do just about anything. But, did you know that chronic pain [...]
We spend hours a day hunched over screens, iPads, and cell phones. All that time spent looking down can lead to some serious back pain. In fact, an estimated 65 million Americans suffer from back pain at some point. That means that back pain is a serious issue, and one that we need to treat fast. While [...]
The back and spine are our primary source of stability, but did you know up to 80% of people will experience some form of back pain in their lives? Because we have so many muscles, bones, and connective tissues in our spinal area, it can be a surprisingly delicate area. Even moving in just the wrong way [...]