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Can Arthritis Be Cured?
Arthritis is a catchall term that describes more than 100 conditions that lead to joint pain and inflammation. The other thing that all of them have in common is there’s no cure, but that doesn't mean you can’t get relief.
Mar 2nd, 2023

Is Working From Home a Pain in Your Neck?
Working remotely certainly has its advantages. There’s no slogging it out in commuter traffic, and every day is casual Friday. However, this more relaxed way of working may not be so good for your neck.
Feb 6th, 2023

5 Simple Changes to Keep Your Spine Healthy This Year
There’s nothing quite like back or neck pain when it comes to placing limits on your life. If you want to avoid painful conditions in your spine this year and beyond, we present five simple changes you can make.
Jan 22nd, 2023

What We Want You to Know About Fibromyalgia
You’ve been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and you want to learn what you can about this painful condition. While there are still some questions about fibromyalgia, there are plenty of answers, including how you can stay more comfortable.
Dec 4th, 2022

Peripheral Neuropathy Explained
Are you dealing with numbness and tingling in your fingers or unexplained pain in your feet? These symptoms could be due to peripheral neuropathy. Here’s a closer look.
Nov 1st, 2022

What May Be Causing Your Neck Pain?
When your neck is in pain, everyday activities, such as driving your car or working at a desk, can become very difficult, and you want to get to the bottom of the problem. Here, we review some of the common causes of neck pain.
Oct 6th, 2022

How to Exercise When Your Back Hurts
Americans are quite familiar with back pain. In fact, 65 million have reported dealing with it recently. If you find yourself with back pain, but you don’t want to give up your active lifestyle, here are some points to consider.
Aug 9th, 2022

How Do I Get Medical Marijuana?
Are you struggling with a health condition and want to know if you’re eligible to receive medical marijuana? Read on to learn how to qualify.
Jul 1st, 2022

Tips for Reducing Joint Inflammation
If you’re one of the more than 92 million Americans who struggle with joint pain and inflammation, you want to do everything you can to restore pain-free movement. Here are some effective tips.
Jun 1st, 2022

5 Common Causes of Chronic Pain
One in five people in the United States suffers from chronic pain, and certain conditions account for a large majority of these numbers. We take a look at five of these conditions and how we can help you find relief.
May 1st, 2022

How to Improve Your Posture and Reduce Your Pain
Back straight, shoulders back — you may have disliked these orders when your parents gave them, but, as always, they were right. Slouching can lead to painful health problems that you can avoid with good posture.
Apr 1st, 2022

How Does Osteoporosis Lead to Back Pain?
The list of causes of back pain is a long one and osteoporosis certainly accounts for its fair share, especially as you grow older. Here’s a look at how bone loss can lead to back pain and what we can do to help.
Feb 1st, 2022

5 Tips to Protect Your Back This Year
Entering a new year is a great time to pause and take stock of the areas in which we want to make improvements. There’s a good case for putting your back in the middle of these efforts, and we can help you get started.
Jan 1st, 2022

You Don’t Have to Live With Chronic Pain
Chronic pain can overshadow everything in a sufferer’s life and exact a heavy physical and mental toll. If this describes you, we want you to know there are solutions that can restore your quality of life.
Oct 3rd, 2021

What are the Side Effects of an Intrathecal Pain Pump?
Your pain is resisting most therapies and you’re tired of living in a world that’s overshadowed by the constant discomfort. An intrathecal pain pump may provide the best solution moving forward, but are there risks?
Sep 7th, 2021

Am I a Candidate for Medical Marijuana?
In 2016, Ohio lawmakers legalized the use of marijuana for a number of health conditions. Here, we explore those conditions to determine whether you’re a candidate.
Aug 8th, 2021

Understanding Arachnoiditis
Arachnoiditis is a chronic pain condition that involves inflammation of certain tissue that surrounds the spinal cord and brain. Read on to learn what can cause this condition and some of the treatment options.
Jul 18th, 2021

Treatment for Your Fibromyalgia
If you live with chronic pain, fatigue, and mood problems caused by fibromyalgia, finding the right treatment plan is essential to managing your condition and restoring your quality of life. Read on to learn about your treatment options.
May 10th, 2021

Diagnosing Your Back Pain
Getting an accurate diagnosis for the cause of your back pain is critical to getting the right treatment. Finding a doctor who prioritizes identifying and healing the issue causing your pain is the first step. Learn how we diagnose back pain.
Apr 1st, 2021

How to Know if You Have Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a nerve condition that can cause tingling, pain, weakness, and other symptoms. Read on to learn how to recognize the early warning signs of peripheral neuropathy, so you can get treatment if needed.
Mar 3rd, 2021

Causes of Chronic Pain
Millions of people in the United States suffer from chronic pain. Read on to learn some of the causes and solutions.
Feb 4th, 2021

The Benefits of Medical Marijuana
Millions of people across the United States have medical marijuana cards. While lawmakers debate the efficacy of the drug, we can see the difference it makes in our patients' lives. Read on to learn about the benefits of medical marijuana.
Jan 1st, 2021

Do I Need a Pain Pump?
If you live with chronic pain, you’ve probably heard of a pain pump. This innovative device delivers medication directly into your spine to relieve pain. Read on to find out if this treatment could be right for you.
Dec 1st, 2020

How to Get Relief From Your Neck Pain
Whether it’s due to stress, sleeping in an abnormal position, poor posture, or an injury, neck pain can interfere with your quality of life. Read on to learn how you can prevent and treat neck pain.
Oct 8th, 2020

5 Ways to Alleviate Back Pain at Home
If you live with chronic back pain, you want effective pain relief. In addition to working with a pain management expert, you can take steps at home to alleviate your back pain and protect your health and quality of life.
Sep 16th, 2020

Which Treatment Option is Best for Your Fibromyalgia?
If you’re one of the millions of Americans living with fibromyalgia, finding effective and lasting pain relief is a priority. Many treatments are available, but which one might be right for you? Read on to learn about the treatment options.
Aug 14th, 2020

Medical Marijuana: Do I Need It?
Medical marijuana is legal in Ohio, and it’s becoming a more prevalent pain management option. If you live with chronic pain, medical marijuana could be a treatment option if you meet specific requirements. Read on to find out if it’s right for you.
Jul 16th, 2020

5 Great Benefits of Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is part of many recovery plans, because it can help patients rebuild their strength, improve their range of motion, and much more. Read on to learn more about the benefits of physical therapy.
May 19th, 2020

Most Common Signs of Fibromyalgia
If you live with persistent pain in your muscles and joints and also have chronic low energy and brain fog, you might have fibromyalgia. Read on to learn about the common symptoms of this disruptive disease so you can get the help you need.
Mar 17th, 2020

Why Whiplash is Common After a Car Crash
Every year, thousands of Americans experience whiplash and neck pain, often as a result of a car collision. Find out why whiplash is such a common accident-related injury and what you should do if you have neck pain following a collision.
Feb 11th, 2020

Is Back Pain Normal as You Age?
Back pain and stiffness are par for the course as you get older. But just because age-related back pain is normal doesn’t mean you can’t do anything about it. Treatment and lifestyle changes can give you relief.
Oct 7th, 2019

Myths and Facts About Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana has gained popularity in recent years because it can be used to provide relief from a variety of issues. We’re here to provide you with the facts and myths surrounding its medicinal uses.
Sep 1st, 2019

Living with Arthritis
Stiff joints, weak grip, nagging aches and pains — arthritis is not only a constant companion, it’s made your daily activities a real chore. Learn some tips and tricks for making life a little easier when you’re living with arthritis.
Aug 1st, 2019

How to Spot and Prevent Tech Neck
Tech neck can be a serious pain, especially if you work in a typical office setting or use your smartphone for work and leisure. Thankfully, there are ways to recognize and prevent this painful condition.
Jul 1st, 2019

Here's What You Can Do About Chronic Pain
If you suffer from chronic pain and want to improve your quality of life, it’s time to take action. Here are some steps you can take to reduce or eliminate pain that just won’t go away.
Jun 10th, 2019

How to Manage Your Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a painful condition that affects millions of Americans. However, there are a number of options you can use together as a treatment program for coping with and managing peripheral neuropathy.
May 1st, 2019