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March 9, 2023

Occipital Neuralgia

March 9, 2023 in Blog

The Impact of Posture on Back Health

Posture is how you hold your body when sitting, standing, or lying down. You may start to realize that some pain only presents itself in certain positions. The spine has…
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February 28, 2023 in Blog

The Best Sleeping Positions for Your Spine

Have you ever woken up in the morning with the feeling that you slept in an uncomfortable position throughout the entire night? Most individuals will wake up at some point…
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February 16, 2023 in Blog

Genicular Nerve Blocks for Chronic Knee Pain

The knee is the largest weight-bearing joint in the body. This joint can support two to five times a person’s body weight, and as a result, makes it susceptible to…
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January 27, 2023 in Blog

Cervical Dystonia

WHAT IS CERVICAL DYSTONIA? Cervical dystonia, also known as spasmodic torticollis, is characterized by involuntary contractions of the neck muscles, causing varying degrees of abnormal neck posturing, neck tremor, and/or…
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January 25, 2023 in Blog

Annular Disc Tears

WHAT ARE ANNULAR DISC TEARS? The spine is composed of two main structural components: the vertebrae and the intervertebral discs. The intervertebral disc lies between the vertebrae to absorb shock…
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January 12, 2023 in Blog

Intercostal Neuralgia

WHAT IS INTERCOSTAL NEURALGIA? Intercostal neuralgia is a painful condition caused by irritation or inflammation of the intercostal nerves. The intercostal nerves arise from the thoracic spinal nerves and run…
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December 6, 2022 in Blog

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

WHAT IS THORACIC OUTLET SYNDROME? The thoracic outlet is the space containing a neurovascular bundle (brachial plexus, subclavian vein, and subclavian artery) located between the collar bone and first rib.…
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November 17, 2022 in Blog

How Cold Weather Affects Joint Pain

As the temperature begins to cool down, you may begin to notice a change in your joints. Cold weather has been associated with exacerbating joint pains and aches. A study…
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October 25, 2022 in Blog

The Cycle of Pain and Sleep

Having a good night’s sleep helps individuals feel rested, energized, and alert. Pain often interferes with restful sleep, and conversely, the lack of sleep increases pain. Studies reveal that 67-88%…
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October 3, 2022 in Blog

How Your Food Choices Can Impact Pain

Your nutrition choices can have a significant impact on how well your body functions. One of the most common contributors of chronic pain is inflammation, which can irritate and damage…
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August 29, 2022 in Blog

Back Brace

USING A BACK BRACE FOR PAIN RELIEF Up to 84% of adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives. The use of a back brace may be…
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August 11, 2022 in Blog

Piriformis Syndrome

WHAT IS PIRIFORMIS SYNDROME? The piriformis muscle is a narrowed muscle located deep in the buttock region and assists in the external rotation of the hip. The sciatic nerve runs…
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