Society’s go-to treatment method for headache pain relief continues to be over-the-counter (OTC) oral medications. However, studies show OTC painkillers — not just opioids — also are being misused in America. All of this is leading many people to question their options for alternative headache pain relief. Here are a few items to consider when […]
Category: Pain Management
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Today’s headache pain relief alternatives
Joint pain relief after sports injuries
Joint pain can be incredibly frustrating; especially when it keeps you sidelined from the activities you enjoy most. While there are many causes of joint pain, former sports injuries can compound your odds for joint inflammation, stiffness, discomfort, and pain. In fact, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says you are seven times more likely […]
Managing shoulder pain through chiropractic methods
Understanding shoulder pain begins with a bit of awe for how the three bones in your shoulder function together. Any imbalances among this functionality can quickly limit mobility and result in pain. Aside from the obvious fractures and dislocations, most shoulder pain arises through inflamed or torn tendons, muscular instability, arthritis, and poor thoracic spinal […]
Opioid alternatives: exploring gentle pain relief solutions
The need for healthy opioid alternatives remains essential. Daily pain affects nearly 11% of Americans, bringing it beyond the suffering of those close to us and well into the national spotlight. But it’s the personal connections that you likely understand on a deeper level. That kind of depth that often inspires positive change, and so […]
Anti-inflammatory foods fresh from the farmers’ market
More than a fad diet, the movement toward anti-inflammatory foods is about recognizing the nutritional impact food can have on mobility and pain levels. While it’s natural for your body to induce inflammation in response to an injury or illness, as a means of healing, long-term inflammation isn’t positive. It can make you feel sluggish, […]
Woe to those twitching muscles and sleepless nights
It can be a cruel twitch of fate when twitching muscles kick in, just as you’re drifting off to dreamland. Adding to that unfortunate tale, when you don’t get a good night’s sleep, the next day can bring decreased concentration and increased muscle spasms. If poor sleep has become your fate, these healthy sleep tips […]
