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Pain and Older Adults

May is Older Adults Month, a time when we “recognize that older adults have built resilience and strength over their lives through successes, failure, joys and difficulties.”1 Among these challenges with many adults over 65 can be pain and pain management. According to a National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded study, data showed that more than

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February is Heart Health Month

February is Heart Health Month. Chronic pain conditions and heart disease which often coincide or occur as a result of the other. It is imperative that you and your doctor closely monitor your health to recognize the early signs of either condition. Chronic Pain Leading to Heart Conditions Chronic pain is one of the most

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The Importance of Weight Reduction in the Long-Term Treatment of Chronic Pain

Not only does obesity lead to many preventable chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, but there is much to be said about the importance of weight reduction in the long-term treatment of chronic pain. The Connection Between Chronic Pain and Obesity According to the Mayo Clinic,¹ obesity is a cause of

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Anti-Inflammatory Thanksgiving

Why should an anti-inflammatory Thanksgiving be on your radar? An anti-inflammatory diet is an important part of reducing chronic inflammation. While short periods of inflammation can actually be good for helping your body heal, constant inflammation can lead to several major diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis and joint pain. And while this

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Neuroplasticity: The Brain’s Ability to Modify, Change and Adapt

Neuroplasticity, also known as neural plasticity, or brain plasticity, is the inherent capacity of the brain and nervous system to modify, change and adapt over time through growth and reorganization. Remarkably, the brain has the capacity to reorganize pathways, create new connections, and even create new neurons. A Closer Look at the Word: “Neuroplasticity” Neuro:

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Summer Heat and Chronic Pain

Does summer heat make chronic pain worse? Many people who suffer from conditions such as arthritis, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, and headaches associate aggravated pain with weather changes. Medical theories suggest that a drop in barometric pressure results in an increased amount of pressure on the joints. Add that an increase in heat and humidity affects

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