Monthly Archives: February 2015


Headache Triggers To Avoid

  If you are one of the many people who suffer from chronic headaches, you know that there are many different triggers that can set you off.  The first step in preventing migraines is to know what the most common triggers are so that you can begin to avoid and eliminate them.


Why Non-Surgical Treatments Are The Best Option For Chronic Back Pain

Around the world there are back surgeries being done on patients who are suffering from chronic pain. Although in some instances surgery is the right answer, in most cases a patient is able to control their pain without surgery. Remember that any surgery comes with an increased risk of complications, and the more complex and […]


Self-Massage Technique For Painful Trigger Points

  Trigger points are knots that develop within the tissue of a muscle that can cause radiating or referred pain in the neck, back, shoulder, or other parts of the body.  The pain from a trigger point may be dull or it may be sharp and stabbing, depending on the location and size.


Diagnostic Testing Options For Evaluating Low Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common reasons that people visit their doctors.  The back is made up of so many nerves, tissues, muscles, joints and bones, that it is important to properly monitor function and find solutions for pain.  There are several diagnostic tests that can be preformed to help diagnose back pain. […]