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How You Can Support A Loved One Who Suffers From Chronic Pain
October 25th, 2022 12:00am
Chronic pain is more than a physical condition. It is also a physical, psychological, and neurological condition. More than 25% of Americans suffer from this condition. There are many causes of chronic pain. It can be caused by long-term pain from an old
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September 16th, 2022 12:00am
Opioids are a class of drugs that includes both prescription pain medications and illegal substances like heroin. When used as prescribed by a doctor, opioids are effective in treating chronic pain.
March 22nd, 2022 12:00am
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July 24th, 2018 12:00am
Chronic pain is any pain that lasts longer than the normal amount of time it takes for an injury or illness to heal. Research shows that 30 to 50 percent of people who deal with chronic pain also struggle with depression.1 Chronic Pain and Depression Are Closely Linked
July 10th, 2018 12:00am
Opioids have been used for medication and recreation for millennia, but it’s only been in the last few years that the modern pharmaceutical variants have become so widely misused that they’ve been implicated in one of the worst addiction crises in the U.S. Each day, more than 115 Americans die from an opioid overdose, and unlike other addictive drugs, many who abuse opioids have them legally prescribed by their doctor.1 Despite nationwide efforts to curb opioid misuse, these drugs are still, in many cases, being overprescribed to treat pain when less damaging alternatives may be available.
June 25th, 2018 12:00am
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June 13th, 2018 12:00am
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May 31st, 2018 12:00am
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May 2nd, 2018 12:00am
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April 24th, 2018 12:00am
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February 2nd, 2016 9:31am
Many people in today’s fast paced society have a love/hate relationship with sleep and that relationship can be even worse with chronic pain patients. According to the CDC, some 50 to 70 million American adults suffer from sleep disorders or the inability to stay awake and alert.
January 21st, 2016 11:56am
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January 12th, 2016 11:44am
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January 5th, 2016 11:58am
Have you had more than one back surgery? Are you still in as much pain as you were in before surgery, or even more years later?
November 19th, 2015 3:10pm
Exercise and physical activity is often the last thing someone wants to do if they are experiencing pain. When an individual is living in chronic pain, they often adapt their lifestyle habits over a period of months, or even years, to include as little physical activity as possible for fear of creating more pain.
November 17th, 2015 8:56am
Chronic pain is most commonly defined as lingering pain that lasts more than three months. Oftentimes, this type of pain is the result of an injury or developed condition and can be difficult to cope with.
November 13th, 2015 1:50pm
Prescription narcotic medication has pros and cons, and has been proven to be helpful in addressing pain, both acute and chronic. However, narcotic medication can be extremely addicting.
November 10th, 2015 1:46pm
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November 4th, 2015 9:40am
Psychotherapy may not “cure” chronic pain or make your problems go away, but it can help you develop coping tools to manage your pain and empower you to perceive yourself and your life in a healthy way.
November 3rd, 2015 9:16am
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October 28th, 2015 12:46pm
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October 27th, 2015 9:33am
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October 22nd, 2015 8:17am
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October 19th, 2015 10:42am
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October 13th, 2015 11:06am
Have you been hearing more about acupuncture lately? Are you somewhat curious about this new pain remedy yet unsure if it is something that you actually want to try?
October 12th, 2015 9:13am
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October 6th, 2015 9:34am
When living in pain sometimes the first thought in the morning is how much pain the day holds. Will your body be miserable all day or is there the possibility that you may find some relief?
September 29th, 2015 9:31am
How badly do you want to live a normal life even though you are in an incredible amount of pain every day? Do you cringe at the thought of missing out on fun activities and making memories with your loved ones?
September 28th, 2015 2:09pm
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September 24th, 2015 9:29am
Is it possible to think about anything other than the amount of pain your body is in? Can you even place your energy and thoughts anywhere other than managing your pain?
September 17th, 2015 11:09am
When living in pain, oftentimes the last thing that you want to do is exercise. Lacking this desire can make it nearly impossible to stay fit and active.
September 15th, 2015 12:05pm
September is National Pain Awareness month and there are so many ways to recognize it and get involved! Whether you personally struggle with pain or you know someone who does, you can participate.
September 14th, 2015 10:57am
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September 10th, 2015 8:50am
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September 3rd, 2015 1:15pm
Everyone has had restless nights, our brains won't shut off and no matter how tired we are, we just can't seem to fall asleep. Do you experience random restless nights?
September 1st, 2015 1:45pm
Depending on your pain and the area of your body that it affects, the tasks and jobs you are comfortable performing may vary. You may know what everyday activities cause your pain to flare up, but have you ever considered your job and how it impacts your pain?
August 31st, 2015 4:57pm
Water, water, water, seems to be all we have ever heard about since we were young, but what is it about this liquid that actually helps our bodies? Well, there is actually a lot!
August 27th, 2015 8:17am
If you suffer from chronic pain then you know how difficult it can be to find activities that will keep the aching to a minimum. Even lying on the couch or sitting down with your favorite book can cause unwanted soreness.
August 25th, 2015 8:20am
Pain is enough to keep anyone down, often making you feel like there is nothing that will take your mind off of it or let you forget it for even a minute. Sometimes, a small distraction from the pain is all you need.
August 24th, 2015 8:55am
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August 20th, 2015 8:21am
Have you ever thought that maybe the food you are eating is contributing to your achy body? We know that food can drastically change how the body feels, but we don’t often know that it may affect the body’s inflammation.
August 18th, 2015 11:01am
If you have chronic pain you know how lonely and isolated it can make you feel. No matter how many times you tell your family and friends about it, they will never fully understand.
August 17th, 2015 8:20am
Chronic pain is an illness that not only affects people physically, but also mentally and emotionally. This illness attacks the body, causing the victim to live in pain and agony.
August 6th, 2015 10:22am
A program that focuses on rehabilitation for chronic pain sufferers will only truly provide benefit if the lessons learned during treatment are continued in everyday life. As with any rehabilitation program, it is important to implement consistency and carry out the methods developed during the program.
August 4th, 2015 11:34am
Functional Flex-care programs focus on helping patients to heal their bodies psychologically, medically, and socially. It is necessary to focus on these forms of healing when the body has an intense injury or pain.
August 3rd, 2015 8:12am
An important step in treating chronic pain and one practiced at Recovia is physical therapy. Individuals suffering from chronic pain commonly benefit from participating in physical therapy, even though it can be perceived to cause more pain.
July 30th, 2015 3:50pm
Recovia is built around a Functional Restoration Program (FRP) that has five primary disciplines. Each discipline is designed to help individuals suffering from chronic pain overcome their illness and obtain overall physical health.
July 27th, 2015 1:03pm
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July 21st, 2015 11:08am
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July 9th, 2015 1:50pm
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July 7th, 2015 9:48am
Do you like grabbing a cup of coffee with friends or camping out at your favorite little coffee shop in town to catch up on work and emails? Is coffee a social aspect for you, or are you someone who relies on that caffeine boost to get you up in the morning, and keep you going throughout the day?
July 7th, 2015 9:05am
It is hard to determine whether a lack of sleep causes more pain or if it is the immense amount of pain that causes less sleep. Whatever the case, sleep and pain go hand in hand.
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