If you think that self-care is all about taking a bubble bath or focusing on eating plenty of leafy greens, you’re not wrong. But, self-care for chronic pain is so much more than that. Here are 19 ideas for self-care for chronic pain that really work. What is self-care? There [...]
This year more than ever, we're all looking for thoughtful, soothing gifts for the holiday season. Shopping for gifts for people in pain? It’s even more important to choose thoughtfully. Here are the best gift ideas for chronic pain sufferers in 2020. Excellent stocking stuffers for pain patients In 2020, [...]
Yoga for lower back pain is a great way to heal both the mind and body. Here are 12 of the best yoga poses for lower back pain (and a few videos to get you started!). Is yoga good for lower back pain? Yoga stretches and strengthens every muscle in [...]
It may sound counterintuitive to stick a needle into yourself to relieve pain. After all, don’t most people dread going to the doctor for shots? Turns out, though, something as simple as a needle may be the key to pain relief. Acupuncture for sciatica works to ease your pain as [...]
Sciatica is a specific collection of symptoms that occur when pressure is applied to your sciatic nerve. This pain can be debilitating and challenging to treat. When you feel the pain of sciatica, here are the best sciatica stretches to help you find relief. Why are sciatica stretches so important? [...]
How can being poked by a needle actually relieve pain? It seems to make no logical sense, but this integrative medical practice has been successfully used to treat pain and disease for thousands of years. You may be reluctant to try acupuncture for TMJ, but it may just provide the [...]
Inflammation is a normal part of the body’s healing process. It is simply a natural reaction to tissue damage, chemicals, and other harmful elements. However, a continued state of inflammation that persists for months may lead to diseases and chronic pain. Fortunately, foods that fight inflammation may reduce your symptoms. [...]
You might not realize it, but your wrists take the brunt of many daily activities. Especially if your job requires you to sit at a desk and work on a computer, you may be noticing tingling and numbness in your wrists. This type of discomfort could mean that you’re suffering [...]
It may be hard to believe, but our feet contain 25% of the bones in our entire body. Wrapped in tendons, ligaments, and thin layers of muscle, our feet literally help move us through our daily lives. Foot pain, though, can stop us in our tracks. More than just aching [...]
On the days when your fibro flares, the last thing you might want to do is head out for some pavement-pounding exercise. You know regular exercise is a great way to manage even your most painful days, but it can be hard to go out for a walk or hit [...]
