Monthly Archives: June 2012


How to Train for a Triathlon

Summertime is the right time for setting goals and accomplishing things you may never have dreamed of. If you have ever considered trying out for a Triathlon, consider these helpful tips to increase your chance of success.     Train in each event. You are going to swim, ride and run. Therefore, each week, you […]


Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Pain

Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a procedure that uses an electrical current to treat chronic pain. A small pulse generator, implanted in the back, sends electrical pulses to the spinal cord. These pulses interfere with the nerve impulses that make you feel pain.   Implanting the stimulator is typically done using a local anesthetic and a sedative. Your […]


Understanding Prolotherapy and the Treatment of Pain

Chronic pain is very common in the United States, affecting more than 100 million American men and women according to the American Academy of Pain Medicine.  In many cases, chronic pain is directly caused by weak, damaged, or lax connective tissues.  These tissues, including the tendons and ligaments, are responsible for stabilizing the joints and […]