Q: What can I do on my own to help limit pain? A: The first option for joint pain relief should be lifestyle changes. In some cases, weight loss is one of the simplest and most effective ways to limit or eliminate joint pain. Exercise can also be an important factor. Because joint pain often limits the…
Read MorePlantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain. Plantar fascia is defined as the thick tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes and creates the arch of the foot. This tissue acts like a shock-absorber for the foot while walking. The pain associated with plantar fasciitis can range from mild to…
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Yoga is not only great for reducing stress and improving flexibility and strength, but it is also important for alleviating back pain or chronic pain caused by cancer and other diseases. Yoga can provide both long and short-term relief to those with back pain by easing intense pain and limited range…
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In Part One we discussed the different causes of joint pain, warning signs and various treatment options. For many people this is enough to stop the spread and the pain of deteriorating joints in the body. These treatments will not restore the cartilage between the bones nor will it replace the tissue…
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As we age and Father Time catches up with us, sometime a reality many people face is the need for joint replacement or reconstruction. Joints are susceptible to injury, and when the connections between bones begins to break down and deteriorate, it can lead to a very painful situation. Joint pain can…
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Pain. It’s sometimes hard to discover the root of a problem. Long lasting, sometimes debilitating chronic and widespread pain and fatigue can be known as fibromyalgia. It affects the muscles and soft tissue, causing painful tender points, also called trigger points, in certain parts of the body.…
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A painful condition a person can face from time to time is a muscle spasm. Typically they occur in the back or neck and can create a condition that ranges from mild discomfort to outright pain. A muscle spasm can come on quickly and just as quickly take you out of your normal routine. A spasm is an involuntary…
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Nine out of ten people suffer from headaches at least once a year. Those who suffer more frequent headaches may suffer health and psychological problems. Knowing what causes a headache and what you can do to alleviate the pain and stop future occurences can greatly increase your quality of life. There…
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It’s not always easy to figure out the real cause of pain. Our body is a network of nerves, muscles, bones, and connective tissue---an entire infrastructure of living cells. So much of it is intertwined, the symptom of a problem may not be its root cause. There are plenty of tools to help diagnose…
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Living with chronic pain, whether it be from arthritis, fibromyalgia, spinal cord injuries or pains from aging or surgery, can have a negative impact not only on your well-being but on the well-being of your family members and loved ones. A loss of motivation to do even the simplest of tasks and favorite…
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