Pain Specialists of Charleston BLOG
5 Ways Arthritis Affects You
There are approximately 350 million people in the world who suffer from a form of arthritis. There are many types of arthritis but the most common include the "wear and tear" of the joints, osteoarthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease that causes joint discomfort is also very common. Other types of arthritis include Psoriatic arthritis, lupus, gout and septic arthritis. Arthritis causes joint pain and swelling, but it can also affect other body parts too....Read More
Living With Chronic Pain
Pain is unpleasant for anyone. No one enjoys pain and most people find it difficult to handle when it lasts more than a few minutes. A sprained ankle, a toothache or getting a shot at the doctors office are all temporary pains that eventually subside. This is very different for people who suffer from chronic pain. The pain they endure never goes away and they have to learn to live with it. Chronic pain is defined as pain that last longer than six months and an estimated 100 million ...Read More
10 Things You Did Not Know About Low Back Pain
If you experience low back pain, you are not alone. Around 80 percent of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lives. It is a leading contributor to missed worked days and job-related injuries. Low back pain can range in intensity from dull, constant ache to a sudden sharp sensation. There is often a lot of misinformation that patients are exposed to prior to treatment. Here are 10 tips to help you better understand Low Back Pain: You can have co existing causes of pain: ...Read More
When Is It Time To See A Pain Specialist?
More than 76 million Americans over the age of 20 years old say they've had pain in the last 24 hours. So how long should you experience an aching neck or back, joint pain, or pain resulting from a surgery or injury? Pain is considered chronic if it occurs for longer than 3 months. If you are under the care of your primary doctor and are still experiencing pain, it is time to seek help from a pain specialist. Especially when the pain is affecting your daily life and beyond your control. ...Read More
5 Exercises To Help Ease Back Pain
Back pain has become a chronic problem for many people. The stresses of work and a busy lifestyle can add to your back pain. In order to manage your pain along with your medical provider's treatment plan, you can also incorporate exercise. Using exercise can minimize further damage and pain. Here are 5 simple exercises to help ease your back pain: 1. Lengthen the spine: This is an easy move that focuses on your posture. To lengthen your spine you need to stand straight without arching your ...Read More
