Category: Chronic Pain

Living With Arthritis

Living With Arthritis

Living With Arthritis   Arthritis may impact one or several joints in your body and often results in pain, inflammation, stiffness, and/or difficulty with mobility. There are several tools available to help alleviate pain from arthritis so you can continue to participate in the activities you love. Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy is one treatment option […]

Chronic Pain
Managing Fibromyalgia

Managing Fibromyalgia

What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes widespread pain throughout the body. Although still not fully understood, we’re gaining more insight as a medical community to help those who experience this. Learn to manage fibromyalgia. Symptoms can include:  Tender points throughout both sides of the body Stiffness Extreme tiredness Extreme sensitivity   Brain […]

Chronic Pain
10 Foods That Cause TMJ Dysfunction

10 Foods That Cause TMJ Dysfunction

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Chronic Pain, TMJ
Why and How to Exercise with Arthritis

Why and How to Exercise with Arthritis

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Chronic Pain