Category Archives: Blog
Gardening With Arthritis
Written on May 10, 2016 at 11:01 am, by Erica
Spring is a time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather and blooming flowers but for many who suffer from arthritis, it makes it difficult to enjoy gardening. The bending, stretching and lifting that gardening entails seems all too painful for those living with arthritis. There are ways that gardening can be an excellent form Continue Reading »
Is It Arthritis In Your Knee?
Written on April 26, 2016 at 11:08 am, by Erica
Osteoarthritis is the most common of the three different types of arthritis that can occur in the knee. It is a progressive disease that slowly wears away joint cartilage, most likely to strike after middle age. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease that can strike at any age. When arthritis develops following an injury to Continue Reading »
9 Reasons Your Back Is Always Aching
Written on April 7, 2016 at 12:00 pm, by Erica
When you think of back pain you typically think of an older individual and it is true that older people tend to experience chronic back pain more often than younger individuals. This does not mean that it is abnormal for those in their twenties and thirties to experience backaches. Studies has shown that more people Continue Reading »
Tips To Relieve Knee Pain
Written on February 10, 2016 at 8:34 am, by Erica
You can do many things to help with knee pain whether it is related to an injury or arthritis you’ve had for many years. We have a few suggestions that may help with relieving knee pain. Maintain a healthy weight Do not rest too much, incorporate exercise in your life Use ice or heat when Continue Reading »
Exercise: Low Back Pain
Written on January 13, 2016 at 8:52 am, by Erica
Over 80 percent of us suffer acute low back pain at least once in our lives, and about half will experience a recurrence within one year. Along with your doctor recommended treatment plan, it is good to also include exercise in your regiment. Regular exercise reduces the risk of developing low back pain and helps with Continue Reading »
2016 Giving BACK Scholarship!
Written on January 8, 2016 at 12:16 pm, by Erica
It’s that time of year again… For the fifth year running, Pain Specialists of Charleston is proud to support Lowcountry students graduate and pursue their collegiate dreams through our “Giving BACK” Scholarship. One $5,000 Scholarship is Available to Lowcountry High School Seniors! Students from both private and public schools are encouraged to apply. All districts Continue Reading »
Top 3 Reasons You Would Need Genicular RFA Treatment
Written on January 5, 2016 at 11:58 am, by Erica
Genicular Neurotomy Genicular Neurotomy is a new, cutting edge procedure option for treating knee pain without surgery. The procedure uses a breakthrough technology called Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) to stun the painful nerves and prevent the signals from reaching the brain. This technology has been used for decades with success, traditionally to treat pain in the neck and back. Continue Reading »
5 Tips to Protect Your Joints This Winter
Written on December 29, 2015 at 9:44 am, by Erica
As we know, this winter has not started off with the usual cold temperatures but the cold with come and you will need to be prepared. For many, the drop in temperature means worsen aches and pains in the knees and other areas, especially if you have arthritis. The wintertime can make simple walking difficult and you Continue Reading »
Is It Time For You To See A Pain Specialist?
Written on December 10, 2015 at 8:58 am, by Erica
There are many different types of pain a person can have. You can have pain on the surface of your body and localized or you can have deep pain in multiple places that is hard to pinpoint. Either way, pain is telling you something and when it is a constant pain, it could be telling Continue Reading »
Tips For Preventing and Coping With Osteoarthritis
Written on November 16, 2015 at 11:33 am, by Erica
Osteoarthritis affects at least 27 million Americans and knee osteoarthritis may afflict as many as 1 in 2 people at some point in their lives. Many risk factors include joint injuries, joint overuse, obesity, family history and aging just to name a few. The painful and often debilitating joint condition is the most common form Continue Reading »