Pain Relief Tips & Resources
Read our latest pain relief tips and resource articles from our health blog. We cover topics ranging from pain, injuries, and current treatment strategies that are supported by research. We’ve tried to distill this information down to a simple, easy-to-read format, so you don’t have to wade through the mind-numbing statistics, p-values, and T-tests. Our hope is that these articles help guide you on your road to overcoming pain and returning to those activities that are meaningful to you.
Back Pain Relief: Strategies that Work
Looking for back pain relief? Back pain causes significant limitations in the daily routines and lives of those who experience it. Sometimes, people feel a sharp, shooting pain. Other times, it can appear as a burning sensation. Whether, it's low back pain and...
Thinking About Minimalist or Barefoot Shoes?
Note: This is part 1 of a series covering the topic of minimalist footwear & running form/style to prevent injuries and promoting life-long healthy living habits. (Find Part 2 here) We've also created an 8-week training program and book on the subject that you can...
Is your headache a pain in the neck?
Experience regular headaches? If so, you're not alone. In fact, nearly 47% of the global population experiences headaches [1]. That's no small number of people. Still, despite headaches being so common, there's no simple answer for how to best treat and address this...
Low Back Pain & Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Conservative Treatment Options
Low back pain, especially pain related to lumbar spinal stenosis affects a large number of people in the United States. Lumbar spinal stenosis is a common source of low back pain and can even cause pain that radiates down the back of the legs [3]. Lumbar spinal...
TMJ/TMD Issues? Treatment Options According to the Research
Ever wondered about TMJ? Perhaps you or someone you know was told that they have TMJ, or that they needed to have their TMJ looked at. But for many, "TMJ" is simply a term thrown around to describe jaw pain, or clicking/popping. In this article, we'll explore the...
Long-Haul Covid-19: An interview with Massage Magazine
I know we're all tired of hearing about the big "C" word...who isn't. Life changed about two years ago and, even as we struggle to pry back normalcy in our lives, we are confronted with some of the fall-out from the pandemic. Some of those most affected by the...
Kinesiology Tape Part 2: Myths, Facts, and When to Use it
We'll call this installment: Indications, Contraindications, & Guidelines for Use. This is Part 2 of a series on Kinesiology Tape. Read Part 1 Here. Part 1 of this series focused on the basics of kinesiology tape: what it is, how it's used, and some of the...
Carpal Tunnel: Treatment Options
If you experience numbness, tingling, or "pins and needles" in your hands, chances are that you've looked into carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This article provides a bit of helpful information about CTS and what the research shows are effective treatment options. We'll...
Building Relationships & Chronic Pain
Hey, check out this interview I recently did on a relatively new show. The North Porter Street Podcast explores the formative experiences, philosophy of care, and clinical/professional backgrounds of professionals and leaders in the local medical community in Augusta,...
Neck Pain: Treatment Options?
Ever have a "crick" in your neck that doesn't seem to get any better? No matter how you stretch, bend, or move it, it never seems to get better. If so, you're not alone. In fact, a lot of research has been published over the last several years about neck pain and the...
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