Pain

6. Be Active, Feel Better

Jan 14, 2020 · · Pain
Exercise improves our mood, boosts brain power, lowers cholesterol, and keeps our hearts pumping healthily. Being active can reduce stress, fight diseases, and increase our lifespan. Regular physical activity even can decrease (and possibly prevent) chronic pain. Not bad for something we can do anytime, anywhere. The Department of Health … Read More

5. Gaining Control

Jan 14, 2020 · · Pain
When it comes to managing your chronic pain, take a close look at your lifestyle. Diet, weight, and inflammation (three modifiable factors) are to blame for much of our chronic discomfort. Certain foods (sugar, processed meat, fried foods, and refined carbs) increase inflammation. Being overweight can have the same effect … Read More

4. Alternative and Natural Treatments

Jan 13, 2020 · · Pain
Often, traditional pain treatments like medications or surgery are ineffective. Some don’t touch the pain while others cause frustrating side effects. Fortunately, many alternative therapies offer viable options for treating your chronic pain. That’s why over half of Americans over 50 turn to these non-mainstream practices for help. As for … Read More

3. Common Medical Treatments

Jan 13, 2020 · · Pain
Since pain is subjective and varies between individuals, it can be tough to pinpoint a perfect treatment. It’s realistic to expect some trial and error as there’s no “one-size-fits-all” solution to pain management. In this chapter, we’ll discuss common treatments. Heat Heating pads and cold packs are the most traditional … Read More

2. The Origins of Pain

Jan 9, 2020 · · Pain
A whopping 50 million American adults suffer from chronic or severe pain. According to data from the 2012 National Health Interview Survey, 25 million of these cases are chronic. Chronic pain may be caused by an injury that begins, of course, as acute pain, but then is either so severe … Read More

1. Understanding Pain

Jan 9, 2020 · · Pain
Pain is an essential signal that something isn’t right with the body. It’s never pleasant, and it’s the most common reason people seek medical help. Pain prevents us from seriously injuring ourselves. It also helps doctors diagnose underlying issues, be they chronic diseases or temporary ailments like a sports injury. … Read More

Resources

Jan 8, 2020 · · Pain
In addition to local and regional pain clinics, organizations, and self-help groups, there are agencies at the national level that directly or indirectly provide services for people with chronic pain. Here’s how to contact them. American Academy of Medical Acupuncture (AAMA) www.medicalacupuncture.org info@medicalacupuncture.org 310-379-8261 2512 Artesia Blvd., Suite 200 Redondo Beach, CA … Read More

Glossary

Jan 8, 2020 · · Pain
acute pain: Pain that is usually sharper and more severe than chronic pain, and typically lasts less than three to six months. acetaminophen: The basic ingredient found in Tylenol and equivalent drugs. alternative health care: Non-mainstream treatment instead of conventional medicine. analgesic: A class of drugs that includes most painkillers. … Read More

From The Medical Editor

Jan 8, 2020 · · Pain
Thank you for your interest in Managing Your  Pain 2020. You are likely reading this special health report because you or someone you love is suffering from pain and you want to become better informed about the latest research and evidence-based practice in the field of pain medicine. Pain is … Read More

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