by tulsapain | Sep 18, 2024 | Neck Pain
It’s hard for people who aren’t hurting to understand what living with chronic pain is like. They make all kinds of assumptions, including thinking that because you don’t look injured, you must be fine. Sometimes chronic pain sufferers themselves have misconceptions....
by tulsapain | Sep 18, 2024 | Neck Pain
Back pain is one of the most common complaints bringing patients to doctors’ offices. Knowing what’s causing the pain is a key to getting relief. Most of the time back pain is a result of “mechanical” causes; that is, something is wrong with the mechanics of the...
by tulsapain | Sep 18, 2024 | Neck Pain
Natural approaches to help you sleep better despite the pain It’s not fair really, but it’s a fact. People who live with pain are also likely to have trouble falling asleep—and lack of sleep can, in turn, make their pain worse. According to some estimates, up...
by tulsapain | Sep 18, 2024 | Neck Pain
Pain conditions that seem to run in families Doctors hear it all the time when they’re treating patients: “My dad always had back problems.” Or ‘my sister has fibromyalgia too.” Do these conditions actually run in families? Research seems to...
by tulsapain | Sep 18, 2024 | Neck Pain
If you struggle with chronic pain—that is, pain lasting more than three months—your risk of also having mental health problems is high. Some studies estimate that 30%-50% of people living with chronic pain also have depression or anxiety. Other research puts the...
by tulsapain | Sep 18, 2024 | Neck Pain
Chronic pain can make traveling more challenging, but it doesn’t mean you have to give up on seeing the world. In fact, at times you may not have a choice. Work or family obligations may require you to travel. Careful planning can make those trips more enjoyable....
