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2024-04-12 15:10
If you’re just not getting the care you feel like you deserve, or your current practitioner is retiring, it may be time to begin looking for a new pain care physician. Whether you&rsqu&hell…Read More
2024-04-02 20:46
An analysis of popular shows on Netflix found that the streaming giant isn’t offering an accurate portrayal of the problem of teen pain. “Media is one of the most powerful engine… Read More
2024-03-21 19:12
As we’ve said on the blog in the past, early treatment is extremely helpful when it comes to effectively managing a pain condition, but a new study found that early identification of c… Read More
2024-03-14 18:55
Chronic pain is oftentimes assumed to be a condition that affects older populations, and while pain conditions are more likely to affect individuals over the age of 40, millions of young adu… Read More
2024-03-08 04:21
A new study took a closer look at some of the concerns patients and providers have when it comes to older adults taking opioids for chronic pain, and the results show that the groups have so… Read More
2024-02-29 15:39
New research published in Scientific Reports found that many patients with chronic pain expressed a desire to have healthier dietary habits, but following through on this desire can be diffi… Read More
2024-02-22 21:10
They say that you should be wary about putting all your eggs in one basket, and oftentimes that sentiment holds true when it comes to managing chronic pain. It’s wonderful that you are… Read More
2024-02-15 22:12
Chronic pain conditions can be caused and exacerbated by a variety of factors, but one common culprit that is often overlooked is a person’s posture. If you have bad seated or standing… Read More
2024-02-08 21:23
Researchers out of Virginia Tech are exploring the possibility of using targeted soundwaves to put an end to chronic pain sensations. According to the research published in the journal PAIN… Read More
2024-02-01 22:38
Red is the rarest of natural hair colors, accounting for less than two percent of the world’s total population. Aside from sticking out in a crowd, redheads also oftentimes have a heig… Read More
2024-01-26 20:06
If you slip and fall on the ice and break your ankle, it’s pretty obvious that you are working to overcome an injury when your friends and coworkers see you hobbling around on a cast o… Read More
2024-01-18 21:41
It should come as no surprise that a chronic pain condition can have repercussions for other areas of your body, but it can also cause problems for a very vital part of your body – you… Read More
2024-01-11 21:36
New research out of Denmark suggests that medical marijuana use for chronic pain issues may significantly increase a person’s risk for de novo arrhythmia compared to patients who pursu… Read More
2024-01-04 19:41
New research shows that upwards of 60 percent of people living with a traumatic brain injury are affected by a chronic pain condition. The study found that chronic pain affects a large porti… Read More
2023-12-28 19:08
Exercising and chronic pain can be like oil and water. It can be hard to start exercising if you have chronic pain, but there’s a good chance that your chronic pain condition will impr… Read More
2023-12-21 20:10
The holidays are right around the corner, and tens of millions of Americans will travel by plane, train and automobile to get to a holiday destination this weekend. If you are visiting famil… Read More
2023-12-14 21:53
A new report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that roughly 3.3 million Americans are battling what’s known as chronic fatigue syndrome. CDC Dr. Eli… Read More
2023-12-07 19:56
Earlier this week, the World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever guidelines for managing chronic low back pain in primary and community care settings. Not only do the guideline… Read More
2023-12-07 19:56
Earlier this week, the World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever guidelines for managing chronic low back pain in primary and community care settings. Not only do the guideline… Read More
2023-11-30 19:49
More than 50 million Americans battle a chronic pain condition on a regular basis, but for a portion of these individuals, their pain is even more debilitating. According to research publish… Read More
2023-11-22 16:17
New data from the National Institutes of Health found that more than 1 in 4 patients with a chronic pain condition were pursuing pharmacologic treatments as their only form of care. As we&rs&hell…Read More
2023-11-17 15:40
The physical pain of a chronic pain condition gets most of the attention, but a pain issue affects you in more than just a physical manner. There is also a significant mental and emotional s… Read More
2023-11-09 22:13
A type of Vitamin B3, called nicotinamide riboside, could hold the key to unlocking the problem of chronic pain in millions of Americans. The vitamin works by targeting inflammation, which i… Read More
2023-11-02 19:52
As we’ve talked about on the blog numerous times in the past, chronic pain can be an extremely frustrating condition, and that frustration only ratchets up another level when you feel… Read More
2023-10-26 21:01
Chronic pain patients who take opioids as part of their treatment plan always need to take steps to mitigate their risk of dependence or overdose, but that’s especially true for patien… Read More
2023-10-19 21:02
Anyone who suffers from fibromyalgia knows just how disruptive a flareup can be. One minute you’re enjoying your day, the next you’re dealing with pain and fatigue. And while fib… Read More
2023-10-12 20:23
Recreational marijuana became legal in Minnesota on August 1, but many patients with chronic pain were legally seeking out marijuana well before this year. That’s because Minnesota is… Read More
2023-10-05 19:31
New research from the University of Arizona Health Sciences and published in the journal PAIN found that nearly five million Americans experienced the co-occurrence of chronic pain and a men… Read More
2023-09-28 20:52
A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that targeting the brain and a person’s attitudes toward pain may be an effective method for treating chronic pain conditions. More… Read More
2023-09-21 20:59
A new study published in the European Journal of Pain found that both macro- and microdoses of classic psychedelics like LSD, DMT, mescaline and psilocybin could help provide better chronic… Read More
2023-09-15 02:26
One common side effect of fighting a near-constant battle with chronic pain is that fact that it oftentimes leaves you feeling tired and fatigued. Even if you don’t have a chronic pain… Read More
2023-09-07 20:31
Chronic pain is an incredibly complex and highly individualized health condition, and because of this, it can be hard to know how to support someone who is battling a pain issue. You want to… Read More
2023-08-31 21:21
Early intervention is key for almost all medical conditions, but it’s even more important for certain issues. While cancer may be the most obvious condition that benefits from early tr… Read More
2023-08-22 02:30
Chronic pain can be a burden, and while we would never wish it on anybody, we always want to look for a silver lining in life. We’re hesitant to say that there are benefits associated… Read More
2023-08-16 19:28
Exercise is beneficial for your whole body, but it can also be extremely helpful if you are working to overcome a chronic pain condition. That’s not to say that you’ll be able to… Read More
2023-08-10 16:45
Chronic neck pain can certainly be the result of an acute injury, but for many Americans dealing with recurrent neck pain, some lifestyle factors are significant contributors to their chroni… Read More
2023-08-03 20:44
We always have our ear to the ground when it comes to learning about new potential forms of treatment for chronic pain, and one such treatment that is making waves in the pain care community… Read More
2023-07-27 18:14
A headache can ruin your whole day, which is why it’s important to prevent headaches from developing and take some steps to treat them when you feel one coming on. However, not all hea… Read More
2023-07-20 20:47
We always recommend that you surround yourself with a support system that is empathetic to your chronic pain condition, but new research shows that empathy can actually help to decrease pain… Read More
2023-07-13 15:09
Chronic pain affects tens of millions of Americans every day, and while everyone is going through their own individual battle, many of them are dealing with discomfort in similar locations… Read More
2023-07-06 14:11
Chronic pain is both incredibly complex and unique, and this can leave the individual feeling very isolated from the world. Nobody else in the world knows exactly what you’re going thr… Read More
2023-06-29 20:15
The Fourth of July is only a few days away, and that means many people will soon be celebrating the holiday near one of Minnesota’s more than 10,000 lakes. Spending time by the water c… Read More
2023-06-22 20:06
Back pain is incredibly common, but as we’ve said on the blog numerous times in the past, this doesn’t mean that back pain is normal. If you’re dealing with back pain, it&r&hell…Read More
2023-06-16 02:42
A joint replacement procedure can help you get back to moving without pain and significantly improve your quality of life, but these improvements won’t happen by accident. Joint replac… Read More
2023-06-08 21:32
If we experience loss or sadness, oftentimes it leads us to channel our thoughts inward and to be thankful for the things we have. This feeling of gratitude can be an incredibly powerful sen… Read More
2023-06-02 04:55
Chronic pain can make living an active life a little harder, but it’s certainly not impossible to stay active despite your chronic pain condition. In today’s blog, we share some… Read More
2023-05-26 20:30
Chronic pain is one of the most common reasons why people visit a doctor’s office, but because of the highly individualized nature of chronic pain, figuring out a diagnosis and effecti… Read More
2023-05-19 03:25
New data from the National Institutes of Health found that new cases of chronic pain are being reported at higher rates than diabetes, depression and high blood pressure. The research, based… Read More
2023-05-12 06:31
A large review of 176 trials involving nearly 30,000 patients found that there was “insufficient” evidence to suggest that antidepressants are an effective treatment for chronic… Read More
2023-05-05 02:40
A recent study suggests that listening to music could be a complementary alternative to medication for treating some forms of chronic pain. And while throwing on a pair of headphones is unli… Read More
2023-04-28 03:59
Alcohol has a number of effects on our brain and body, and while it may be able to seemingly drown out some pain sensations in a very short-term manner, it’s obvious that turning to al… Read More
2023-04-21 19:31
Chronic pain can make everyday actions difficult and leave us not wanting to get out of bed in the morning. It’s perfectly fine to have some bad days when it comes to your chronic pain… Read More
2023-04-14 14:09
Surgery can be just what you need to overcome a painful and debilitating condition, but odds are you won’t experience that relief overnight. In fact, it’s common to experience pa… Read More
2023-04-07 13:44
If you’re dealing with a chronic pain condition, it’s entirely possible that it has impacted your financial earnings ability or led to increased expenses due to extra medical app… Read More
2023-03-30 21:11
Chronic pain is more than just a physical issue. While physical pain is the most obvious symptom of chronic pain, an underlying pain condition can also impact our mental and emotional health… Read More
2023-03-22 04:24
Chronic nerve pain can range from mildly annoying to downright debilitating, and it’s not an issue that should be ignored. When working to treat an underlying nerve issue, your pain ma… Read More
2023-03-16 21:37
We have a pretty good idea of what patients are looking for in a pain management specialist. You want someone who is a good listener, someone who gives you their complete attention and someo… Read More
2023-03-10 04:09
The wage gap difference between men and women tends to get the most attention when comparing sexes, but it’s certainly not the only realm where men and women are treated differently. M… Read More
2023-03-02 16:18
We’re all looking for ways to make life a little easier, and that’s especially true if you’re living with chronic pain. Nowadays we’re hearing more about “Life… Read More
2023-02-23 17:51
New research published this week found that untreated chronic pain can increase a person’s risk of cognitive decline and dementia, and that risk increases based on the number of areas… Read More
2023-02-17 04:47
Anyone who has or is currently dealing with a chronic pain condition knows just how physically draining the issue can be. Good days can be exhausting, and it can be hard to muster up the ene… Read More
2023-02-09 22:51
Living with chronic pain can be extremely challenging for a number of reasons, and as we’ve talked about on the blog in the past, it can have a significant effect on your social life… Read More
2023-02-02 22:08
If you’re a regular reader of our blog, you know our views on opioids for pain management. Used correctly, opioids can be a wonderful compliment to a chronic pain management program, b… Read More
2023-01-27 15:16
A new study involving mice may have provided some more insights into why poor sleep and chronic pain may be linked. According to the study, nerve injuries may cause certain brain cells to ac… Read More
2023-01-19 20:09
Chronic pain is challenging enough even when we attack the problem with a healthy mindset, and it only gets harder to manage if we catastrophize pain in our heads. Pain catastrophizing occur… Read More
2023-01-12 22:08
New research has found that nearly one-third of patients with chronic pain report using medical cannabis to manage their pain, with more than half of them decreasing their reliance on other… Read More
2023-01-05 22:18
Chronic pain is nothing if not frustrating, and that’s especially true when you’re trying to get others to understand the extent of your chronic pain condition. People oftentimes… Read More
2022-12-28 20:22
If you hope that the new year will bring you chronic pain relief, know that this process won’t just happen on its own. If you’ve been struggling to find relief from your chronic… Read More
2022-12-22 15:39
The snow is here to stay in Minnesota, and while it may look pretty, the winter weather can lead to more chronic pain flareups if we’re not careful. Managing your chronic pain conditio… Read More
2022-12-16 16:13
The COVID-19 pandemic forced medical experts to explore different ways to help slow the spread and create vaccines, and one of those techniques involved the infusion on monoclonal antibodies… Read More
2022-12-09 15:04
One of the biggest drawbacks of dealing with a chronic pain condition is the uncertainty that comes with it. You don’t know if a flareup will occur at the wrong time, and unfortunately… Read More
2022-12-01 19:57
Researchers are always looking for new ways to help chronic pain sufferers find relief, and a new technique involving green light exposure may be beneficial, although the reason for the enco… Read More
2022-11-23 20:21
Thanksgiving can be a wonderful holiday to spend with family and friends, but for many with a chronic pain condition, the holiday presents numerous challenges if they want to avoid a painful… Read More
2022-11-17 22:25
Back pain is incredibly common, as more than 90 percent of people will deal with acute or chronic back pain at some point in their life. So while back pain is common, it doesn’t mean t… Read More
2022-11-11 03:34
Arthritis is one of the most common medical issues, having been diagnosed in roughly 1 in every 4 adults. Because it’s so common, many people assume that arthritis-related symptoms are… Read More
2022-11-03 21:32
A chronic pain condition can make life uncomfortable, and oftentimes it leaves patients wondering if things will ever get better. A recent study out of Europe found that patients who had chr… Read More
2022-10-28 03:16
Halloween is only a few days away, and that means soon you’ll be handing out candy or sifting through your child’s basket when they leave it on the counter. Indulging your sweet… Read More
2022-10-20 19:48
Joint issues are a common source of pain for millions of Americans, and oftentimes it’s the knee joints where this degeneration and discomfort is most obvious. Knee pain can make every… Read More
2022-10-14 15:06
Medical researchers are always looking for more information about how they can help patients recover following a surgical procedure. The prevailing wisdom is that opioids and painkillers are… Read More
2022-10-07 14:56
Whether it’s because we read some bad information online or received some less-than-stellar advice from a relative, it’s easy to accidentally form some misconceptions about chron… Read More
2022-09-29 19:22
Pain is more than just a physical concept. There are also significant mental and emotional aspects of chronic pain that need to be managed correctly if you’re going to treat the totali… Read More
2022-09-19 17:04
If you’ve been following our blog for a while, you’re probably familiar with our thoughts on the Daith piercing for migraine relief. We’ve written numbers blogs on the topi… Read More
2022-09-14 04:06
We use ice and heat every day to make life a little better. Whether we’re cooling down a glass of water or heating up leftovers in the microwave, we regularly use ice and heat to manip… Read More
2022-09-07 04:58
When a nerve is misfiring or being regularly irritated, it can end up causing chronic pain. When this happens, you need to sync up with a chronic pain specialist and figure out the best meth… Read More
2022-09-02 02:20
Chronic pain certainly isn’t fun to live with, but some people think that if they can grit their teeth and bear it, that’s the worst they’ll have to deal with. Unfortunatel… Read More
2022-08-23 03:57
Roughly 1 in 5 people deal with chronic pain on a regular basis, and a significant amount of them feel guilty about their diagnosis. There is absolutely no reason you should feel guilty abou… Read More
2022-08-17 05:21
As we’ve talked about on the blog in the past, previous studies have found that the arts can help certain patients better manage their chronic pain condition. Recently, a group of rese… Read More
2022-08-08 14:58
A number of new laws went into effect on August 1, but one law in particular could be a godsend for certain chronic pain patients in Minnesota. The law clarifies and updates how doctors can… Read More
2022-08-04 02:45
As technology advances and we get a better understanding of the underlying causes of chronic pain, you’d think we’d be able to put up a better fight against the debilitating cond… Read More
2022-07-28 18:13
If you’re a chronic pain sufferer or you know someone battling a chronic pain condition, you may have heard about spoon theory or the phrase “counting your spoons.” Spoon t… Read More
2022-07-20 20:39
Millions of Americans work desk jobs or in a position where they are very sedentary for an extended part of their day. If you sit for eight hours a day, five days a week, it’s not unco… Read More
2022-07-14 04:42
Nobody has time for a chronic pain condition, but for busy individuals who try to push through the pain to get on with their day, taking the time to appropriately treat their condition may b… Read More
2022-07-07 05:29
Chronic pain affects more than 50 million people in the US alone, and yet it doesn’t seem to be an issue that is getting the attention it deserves. We need to be doing more for the mil… Read More
2022-06-29 19:43
Independence Day is right around the corner, and the holiday got us thinking about the notion that everyone hopes to eventually become independent from their chronic pain condition. But how… Read More
2022-06-23 19:57
The summer weather is here to stay for a while in Minnesota, and while warmer temperatures may be a treat to some, they can also make it more likely that you’ll experience a flareup wi… Read More
2022-06-16 18:24
A headache can ruin your day and affect your mood. Even if your headaches are only presenting with dull soreness or pressure, these symptoms can make every day a challenge. Headaches can see… Read More
2022-06-09 20:11
The advent of the internet has made it easier for people to connect with one another from all over the world. This is especially helpful in the pain management community. Many people may not… Read More
2022-06-03 19:12
The following is a guest blog from Natalia Madden at The Healthy Place, a vitamin and supplement company that originated in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, and now has additional storefronts in the gr… Read More
2022-05-27 18:56
Doctors and patients are always looking for new ways to take the sting out of a chronic pain condition, and while exercise and opioids are two of the most common treatments, other compliment… Read More
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