MS and Pain – Ben Thrower, M.D.
Multiple Sclerosis and Pain – another brilliant talk from Ben Thrower, M.D.
MS and Pain – What are the different types of pain in multiple sclerosis? from Ben Thrower, M.D.
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NSAIDS: The Painful Truth Behind Painkillers
“Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs may offer temporary relief for chronic pain, but this comes with a list of side effects ranging from gastrointestinal problems to cardiovascular problems and premature death.”
But is this true in your view? Check out the infographic and tell us what you think here
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs may offer temporary relief for chronic pain, but this comes with a list of side effects ranging from gastrointestinal problems to cardiovascular problems and premature death. Learn the painful truth about these painkillers by checking out this infographic on NSAIDs. Visit our infographic page for the high-res version.
Things People With Chronic Pain Want You to Learn
Things People With Chronic Pain Want You to Learn
Things People With Chronic Pain Want You to Learn
Can you stand the cold? Cryotherapy may help your aches and pains
Cryotherapy
We know cold in Minnesota. But not minus 220 degrees Celsius cold.
That’s how cold it gets in a whole-body cryotherapy chamber at Quick Fix Cryotherapy in St. Cloud.
You know how you’re supposed to ice sore muscles? Consider this the extreme version of that, says co-owner Denise Molesky. She uses temperatures well below zero to help treat what ails you. Clients say it can help rehabilitate after an injury, improve sleep and help skin conditions.
“It’s a crazy concept, but it really is an efficient way to push inflammation out and help manage pain,” Molesky said.
It’s being used by many professional sports, including the NFL and NBA.
“These are taking the place of the ice baths in the locker rooms all over the country,” Molesky said. “And now, it’s probably the biggest trending item in 2018 for wellness.”
Doctors are prescribing fewer opioids because of the addiction epidemic, and so people are looking for new pain management methods.
Read the full article here
Living well with Chronic Pain – Advice from the NHS
Don’t let the pain destroy you