How Is Weight Loss Important For Reducing Back Pain?

Weight loss and exercise are wonderful ways to prevent back pain, but did you also know that healthy movement could reduce existing back pain? It’s true. Researchers at Stanford University found that overweight people who increased the amount of time they spent moving...
Halloween and Pain

Halloween and Pain

Halloween may be fun, but for those suffering from pain, the holiday brings about difficulties of a different kind. You may be wondering how you’re going to escort the kids or grandkids around trick-or-treating. Maybe you’re dreading getting up repeatedly to answer...
Is Walking Good or Bad for Your Back Pain?

Is Walking Good or Bad for Your Back Pain?

Back pain is one of the most common afflictions. Every year, up to $200 billion dollars are spent treating back pain. However, one of the most effective treatments for back pain is also free: walking. While walking may not help all forms of back pain and may not be...
7 Ways to Combat Pain and Loneliness

7 Ways to Combat Pain and Loneliness

Chronic pain is not just a physical sensation. It comes with feelings of loneliness and isolation. These feelings may be further exacerbated by the social distancing during COVID-19. Why do we feel this way? People in chronic pain often feel trapped by their bodies....