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Apr 2018

8 Fibromyalgia Symptoms You Should Know

Fibromyalgia, commonly referred to as “fibro,” is a painful condition that increases the body’s sensitivity to sensation, causing pain. Because this condition cannot be diagnosed by traditional tests, it can sometimes be difficult for patients to receive a definitive diagnosis. Doctors rely on the presence of symptoms to determine if the patient may have fibromyalgia . If you experience pain and ...

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15

Mar 2018

How Does Electrical Nerve Stimulation Work?

Electrical nerve stimulation uses a low-level electrical signal to stimulate nerves and block pain signals from reaching the brain. These therapies can bring relief to pain sufferers, and can often be used at home. What Is TENS? Commonly called Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), this therapy sends small electrical signals through the skin and into the affected area of the body, ...

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Jan 2018

The Benefits of Stretching to Relieve Lower Back Pain

For those who suffer from lower back pain , it may feel like you’d do anything to find relief. Whether your pain was caused by an injury, overworking your spine, or from long hours in a chair, there are some things you can do to help relieve back pain. Stretching a few minutes every day can go far in helping to alleviate your pain and prevent future pain. Here are some of the benefits of ...

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Jan 2018

How Trigger Point Injections Can Treat Chronic Pain

Trigger points are hard nodules of muscle that are in a constant state of tension, which can lead to painful pressure points. These tense muscles can cause pain throughout the body, and they even may manifest as a significantly different issue by affecting surrounding nerves, which can make treatment difficult. For less serious knots, myofascial massage may release the tense muscle fibers and ...

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13

Dec 2017

Trigger Points & Chronic Pain

Chronic muscle pain can cause significant difficulty in your day-to-day life. Certain motions can become painful, and you may struggle to stand, sit, or bend over due to the pain. Massage and stretching may bring brief relief, but the pain soon returns. Here’s what you should know about trigger points and their role in chronic pain. What Are Trigger Points? The cause of trigger points is still ...

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