There are many noninvasive approaches to pain management that are worth using. Certainly, not all of these will work for every person, but they are worth considering as part of your pain management plan. Exercise works for many people who deal with chronic pain, as it increases strength and flexibility. Exercise can include water therapy, [...]
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Talk It Out: Chronic Pain Assistance
February 11, 2013 – 3:02 am
While you might be tempted to keep your pain to yourself, this can actually be detrimental to your health. Talking about your pain and sharing your experience with others can make a difference in how you cope with your issues and move forward. While not all of your friends may want to hear about your [...]
Exhaustion and Chronic Pain
December 21, 2012 – 4:44 am
One of the most common complaints that chronic pain sufferers express is exhaustion. They are extremely tired, and can’t identify where their exhaustion comes from, or how to get rid of it. A doctor will probably ask a number of questions to get to the root of the issue. Questions could include: Are you pregnant? [...]
Understanding Chronic Versus Acute Pain
August 13, 2012 – 4:44 am
People may say that they are experiencing chronic pain and that they need to see a specialist like Dr. Harvey Finkelstein, but are they really experiencing chronic pain? Chronic pain and acute pain aren not the same thing, and it’s important to understand when acute pain becomes chronic and to know what the actual definition [...]
Driving with Chronic Pain: Tips for Comfort
May 27, 2012 – 5:10 am
Many people who have chronic pain focus on the large things they can do to reduce the pain and stress in their lives; they don’t often think about the little adjustments that can be made, however. As a pain specialist like Dr. Harvey Finkelstein can explain, there are many small adjustments that can make a [...]