Yearly Archives: 2015


6 New Years Resolutions for Chronic Pain

This year instead of making a resolution that you won’t keep, vow to finally rid yourself of chronic pain for good. We have a few healthy resolutions to help you meet that goal and find yourself living with less pain. 1.  Find A Doctor That Understands. Finding the right physician to help you manage your […]


Lower Inflammation With These Foods

  Chronic inflammation is linked to many major diseases including heart disease, cancer, arthritis, and depression among others. Which is why it is so important to make sure inflammation isn’t threatening your health. Although many medications can help to calm the inflammation, many people forget that chronic inflammation can also be fought with dietary changes. […]


Carpal Tunnel 101- Causes, Treatment and Prevention

Carpal tunnel syndrome happens when the median nerve in the wrist is pinched or restricted.  This is a very common syndrome and is treatable by a physician.  Carpal tunnel can be caused by a genetic predisposition or through repetitive motions such as data entry, assembly line work, or even things like sewing or cutting hair.  […]


Your Guide to Walking More

If you are struggling with chronic low back pain you have probably tried multiple treatment options and various medications to try to eradicate it. According to this article on Huffington Post, a recent study shows that walking daily can be as effective on reduction of pain as physical therapy sessions. Many personal trainers say walking […]


Daily Habits that Contribute to Back Pain

Bad Posture Almost everyone has had bad posture at some point in their life, especially if they sit at a desk or in the car for a good amount of the day. Slouching can add serious strain to the spine, which is the main support system of the whole body. Plus, the longer you have […]


Thanksgiving Foods that Fight Depression

Thanksgiving is finally here! As you plan the menu, keep in mind these foods that can combat holiday blues that many of us inevitably experience. Go ahead and eat your favorite foods, they might just be as beneficial to your brain as they are to your belly! Turkey This beloved holiday tradition can actually lift […]


Office Stretching 101

Sitting at a desk all day can do major damage to your entire body. That’s why it’s important to keep moving and stretching throughout your day at the office. This seems easy enough. But did you know that it can be so easy, you won’t even have to leave your office to do it? Here […]


4 Common Types of Headaches

Every person has experienced headaches at some point in their life. But the type, frequency and cause of these headaches vary from person to person. It is common for you to get a headache from time to time, but if they are becoming more frequent or are affecting your quality of life, it may be […]


What is Causing Your Foot and Ankle Pain?

  Foot and ankle pain can be caused by a host of different issues. From injury to muscle fatigue to “wear and tear”, this type of pain has been experienced by most people at some point in their lives. In this post, the most common causes of foot and ankle pain will be discussed. Plantar […]