Noticing that nagging pain when you move your hand a certain way? Having trouble sleeping at night because of wrist and hand pain? Chances are your hand pain could be because of one of these common causes: Arthritis Dealing with arthritis pain? You’re not alone. Roughly 1 in 5 people over the age of 18 in the U.S. live with doctor diagnosed arthritis according to the … [Read more...]
Five Quick Ways To Reduce Pain Without Pills Or Surgery
Undergoing surgery to correct pain is not quite like using a flamethrower to kill a housefly, but it’s pretty close. If your doctor has identified a biological reason for the pain that surgery can correct, like back or heart surgery, that is obviously a different story. Much the same logic applies to opioid pain relievers. If the discomfort is short term, perhaps injury … [Read more...]
How a Tennis Ball Will Get You Rid of Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain in Minutes (Video Included)
Sometimes the simplest treatments are the most effective and you can do them from the comfort of your own home. An injury in your heel might not seem like a big deal but it actually affects how you walk and your ability to work out. To be more specific, we are referring to plantar fasciitis. Now, you’d think the best treatment would be physio, right? Well, there is actually … [Read more...]
Do Not Ignore These 8 Signs of Gluten Intolerance
More than 55 diseases have been linked to gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. Vast majority of people who have gluten intolerance will never be diagnosed and 5-20% of Americans suffer from some form of gluten intolerance or sensitivity. Check out this list and see if you feel more than a few of these struggles. 1. Stomach Pain Gluten issues arise from … [Read more...]
12 Types of Chronic Pain Directly Related To Emotional States
Is there a connection between emotions and chronic pain? According to Dr. Susan Babel, a psychologist who specializes in trauma-induced depression, emotions have a major impact on your chronic pain. “Studies have shown that chronic pain might not only be caused by physical injury but also by stress and emotional issues. Physical pain functions to warn a person that there is … [Read more...]
