Chronic Pain
Living With Chronic Daily Headaches
The only thing worse than a terrible headache is one that occurs more days than not, with no apparent end in sight. Yet, for about four percent of the general population, that nightmare is a reality. Chronic daily headaches describe a cluster of chronic conditions that cause headaches on more than 15 days a month,…
Read MoreSpinal Stenosis Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Roughly 65 million Americans report some form of back pain annually. Up to 16 million Americans struggle with chronic back pain because it impacts the quality of life and significantly affects day-to-day activities. While our backs are meant to support us for a lifetime, certain factors – from recurring injuries and occupational hazards to genetic…
Read MoreThe Lesser-Knowns of Shingles
Shingles is a viral infection caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus. When a person is first infected with this virus, they get chickenpox. In other words, shingles occur when the varicella-zoster virus begins attacking the spine again, usually due to a weakening immune system or aging. Most cases of shingles occur as isolated…
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