4 Common Causes of Chronic Back Pain
If you suffer from back pain that recurs for more than three months, what you’re experiencing is chronic back pain. If that’s the case, you’re not alone. It is estimated that more than 65 million adults report experiencing back pain at some point, while over 16 million experience the chronic condition. When your back hurts, the last thing you want to do is get up and move around. Unfortunately, chronic pain can limit your ability to do everyday tasks or take part in the activities that you love. While people...
Pain After Exercise: Is It Serious?
With the new year right around the corner, many of us are setting our goals and resolutions for the fresh start to come. These resolutions often include new exercise plans and fitness goals. While exercise is an incredibly important component to a healthy lifestyle, what happens if you’re experiencing pain during or after exercise? Below we walk through how to tell if your pain after movement is a problem or not. Pain v. Soreness: What’s the Difference and Is it from Exercise? While exercise has a number of...
Managing Your Pain During the Holidays
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is finally here, bringing joy and pain. If you’re like many, you’re looking forward to quality time spent with loved ones, and all the tidings and goodies that this time of year brings. However, if you’re dealing with pain, it can make this busy season even more daunting and tiring. Fortunately, we can help. Read below to hear our experts’ top pain management tips for the holidays. Keep It Simple This time of year is often the busiest for most people, so be sure you...
What to Look For in a Pain Management Plan
Chronic pain can be a large and uncomfortable barrier to living a happy, enjoyable life, but with effective pain management, it can be mitigated. When you can no longer get up and move, engage with the world, and enjoy yourself while doing it because pain has become too big of a barrier, it’s time to seek help from medical professionals. When it comes to your pain management plan and care team, there are a few things you should look for to ensure they’re helping you on your path to your best, most healthy, most...
Say Goodbye to Chronic Back Pain: 6 Must-Try Prevention Tips
Acute back pain is extremely common, though not that many people seek medical help to address it. The term acute back pain refers to a short-term occurrence, lasting from six to twelve weeks, that cannot be attributed to a specific cause. The most typical causes of acute back pain are spinal fractures, muscle or ligament strain, arthritis, and herniated disc(s). However, without determining the underlying causes of your acute back pain, it is easy for this short-term problem to become a chronic condition. We...
Effective Pain Relief: 4 Essential Exercises to Try
At Minivasive Pain and Orthopedics, our goal is to help you reduce or eliminate your pain so you can get back to the joys of life. Fortunately, there are exercises you can do at home, or with the help of your physical therapist, that can work to reduce your pain and give you the freedom to do what you love. These exercises include: Lying March – Hip Pain If you struggle with lower back or arthritic pain, your physical therapist will likely recommend the lying march. This exercise helps to strengthen your...
How Warm Weather Affects Chronic Pain and Four Ways to Manage It
Chronic pain is a persistent, often life-altering condition that affects millions of people around the world. It can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions, from arthritis to fibromyalgia, and it knows no boundaries. With the arrival of warm weather, many individuals with chronic pain may find their symptoms fluctuating. In this blog post, we will explore how warm weather affects chronic pain and share four effective strategies to manage it. The Connection Between Warm Weather and Chronic Pain As the...
Avoid Common Running Related Injuries
Running related injuries are a common concern for both novice and experienced runners. While running offers numerous health benefits, it can also take a toll on your body if you’re not careful. In this blog, we’ll explore how to prevent and avoid common running related injuries, ensuring that your running experience remains enjoyable and injury-free. Recognizing Running Related Injuries Before we delve into prevention strategies, it’s crucial to understand the types of running related injuries...