Find the answers to questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Licensed massage therapist Tracy Segall fields this one about soreness after massage.
Thunderclap Headache: A Rare But Intense Warning Sign From the Brain
It’s a rare occurrence, but a severe headache that comes out of nowhere could be an important warning sign from the brain that something is wrong.
A Hidden Cause of Chronic Pain: Why Your Brain Sometimes Won’t Let Go of Pain
Have you lived for years with spine or knee pain, headaches, arthritis pain or post-surgery pain? Then you may benefit from treatment for centralized pain.
Do You Know the 6 Red Flags of Opioid Addiction?
Not sure if you’ve become dependent on the opioids your doctor has prescribed? Follow these tips from a pain management expert and discover how to lower your risk.
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Excruciating Leg Pain? How to Relieve Your Sciatica
Do you have pain radiating down your leg, below the knee? Compression of your sciatic nerve can cause burning, shooting pain, weakness and numbness. Discover what causes sciatica and how to find relief.
Hips Hurting? How Deep Twists Can Tear Your Cartilage
If you’re a young, athletic person with pain deep in the hip joint, you may have a cartilage tear. Find out what treatments may reduce the pain and increase your mobility.
Why Chronic Pain Brings You Down — and How to Feel Better
Is chronic pain keeping you from enjoying life? Studies show that 30 to 50 percent of those struggling with chronic pain also have depression and anxiety. Discover how the two conditions are linked, and what can help.
Is Pain an Inevitable Part of Getting Older?
Discover the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our “Short Answer” series. Pain specialist Michael Stanton-Hicks, MD, explains what you can do to manage pain as you age.
I’m In Pain: Should I Wait to Seek Treatment?
Discover the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our “Short Answer” series. Pain specialist Michael Stanton-Hicks, MD, answers this one on getting treatment for pain.
Can My Chronic Pain Ever Be Cured?
Discover the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our “Short Answer” series. Pain specialist Michael Stanton-Hicks, MD, answers this one on chronic pain.
