Posts by Pain Management & Injury Relief
Chronic Pain and the Brain
Pain and the brain are inexorably linked. Our brain is the hub of our nervous system, made up of 100 billion nerve cells. We count on it to process what we’re experiencing and help us react. For example, touching something hot activates an immediate withdrawal reflex, thanks to the brain. However, when acute pain shifts…
Read MoreWhy Pain Management?
For the approximately 50 million Americans living with chronic pain, seeking help from a pain management specialist can mean the difference between being resigned to live with the pain and leading a full and active life. Research shows that uncontrolled pain has an adverse effect on the immune system and can lower the body’s ability…
Read MoreHas Your Pain Changed You?
Chronic pain affects people in many ways. While almost everyone knows that chronic pain puts tremendous strain on the body, most people don’t realize that it can also affect the mind. In fact, those who suffer from chronic pain can experience anxiety, depression, irritation and exhaustion so great that it can change their personality and…
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