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Is SI Joint Fusion Right for You?

Is SI Joint Fusion Right for You?
If you experience radiating low back pain, the problem may be your sacroiliac (SI) joint. Because this joint doesn’t move much anyway, fusing it in place may relieve your discomfort.
Oct 21st, 2025
3 Myths About PRP Therapy, Debunked

3 Myths About PRP Therapy, Debunked
If you’re considering platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, it helps to have the facts about what it is and how it works. To that end, here we debunk three common myths about this regenerative medicine option.
Sep 9th, 2025

What Are My Treatment Options for Sciatica?
If you’re living with pain from sciatica, it’s time to find relief. Here, we explore your options to ease the pressure on your sciatic nerve and soothe your discomfort.
Nov 8th, 2024
How Does a Spinal Cord Stimulation Trial Work?

How Does a Spinal Cord Stimulation Trial Work?
If you’re living with persistent back pain, a spinal cord stimulator could break the cycle of discomfort. And you can try it out to see if it works for you first. Learn what to expect during a spinal cord stimulation trial here. 
Sep 20th, 2024

Can Physical Therapy Heal My Sciatica?
While physical therapy doesn’t heal all sciatica patients, it’s a great place to start. Learn what this noninvasive, effective treatment option can do to help ease your sciatic nerve pain.
Jul 25th, 2024
What's Causing My Feet to Feel Numb?

What's Causing My Feet to Feel Numb?
If you’ve been noticing numbness or tingling in your feet, it likely means you’re dealing with a specific condition like neuropathy or sciatica. Learn more about how to address that numbness here.
Jun 4th, 2024
Why Is PRP Becoming So Popular?

Why Is PRP Becoming So Popular?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is sweeping the nation as an exciting new treatment for sports injuries, arthritis, and other conditions. Why are so many people choosing it? You’re in the right place to find out.
Mar 1st, 2024

What Is Diabetic Neuropathy?
Diabetes doesn’t just impact your blood sugar levels. It can also affect your nerves, as is the case with diabetic neuropathy. Here, we take a closer look at this diabetes complication.
Jan 12th, 2024
Do I Need Surgery for My Sciatica?

Do I Need Surgery for My Sciatica?
If you’re living with pain from sciatica, you have a wide range of options you can explore to get relief. Here, we look at a few common treatments — and when you should consider surgery. 
Dec 14th, 2023
The Most Commonly Overlooked Migraine Triggers

The Most Commonly Overlooked Migraine Triggers
Some migraine triggers — like insufficient sleep and dehydration — are fairly well known. Others are less commonly discussed. To help you figure out your own triggers, we look at a few of those here. 
Nov 3rd, 2023
What No One Told You About Fibromyalgia

What No One Told You About Fibromyalgia
As you learn about fibromyalgia, there’s a lot to take in. Here are a few things you should know if you’re trying to wrap your head around this whole-body condition.
Oct 1st, 2023
How Pregnancy and Childbirth Impact Your Joint Health

How Pregnancy and Childbirth Impact Your Joint Health
You already know that pregnancy and childbirth aren’t easy on the body. But you might not think about the way the added weight of a baby can impact the joints. Let’s talk about a lesser-known side effect of pregnancy and childbirth: joint pain. 
Aug 31st, 2023
3 Habits That Can Worsen Hip Pain

3 Habits That Can Worsen Hip Pain
If you’re living with hip pain, you probably want to do everything you can to prevent it from worsening. All too often, though, little habits contribute to growing discomfort. Here are three you should avoid.
Jul 1st, 2023
4 Overlooked Causes of Pelvic Pain

4 Overlooked Causes of Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain can come from a wide range of causes, so much so that a handful of them often go overlooked. Here are four commonly underdiagnosed causes of pelvic pain.
Jun 1st, 2023
Why Is Fibromyalgia More Common in Women?

Why Is Fibromyalgia More Common in Women?
While researchers still hunt for the source of fibromyalgia, we learn more about it all the time. And one thing is abundantly clear: Women are diagnosed with fibromyalgia much more frequently than men. Here, we look at why.
May 1st, 2023

The Link Between Neck Pain and Migraines
If you experience both neck pain and migraines, you might be wondering which one is causing the other. Here, we explore the link between migraine headaches and a literal pain in the neck.
Mar 31st, 2023
How to Relieve Knee Pain Without Surgery

How to Relieve Knee Pain Without Surgery
The bad news: knee pain is common. The good news: because of that, medical experts have developed a wide range of treatments. Learn your options before surgery here.
Mar 9th, 2023
Epidural

I'm Nervous About Getting an Epidural
Getting an epidural injection could be the key to unlocking pain relief — but getting one can be fairly fear-inducing. To help ease your nerves, here’s a look at what to expect.
Nov 2nd, 2022
10 Possible Reasons for Your Hip Pain

10 Possible Reasons for Your Hip Pain
Your hips do a lot for you — and that makes hip pain particularly problematic. Learn 10 of the most common causes of hip pain and what you can do to find relief.
Sep 1st, 2022
Is Working From Home a Pain In Your Neck?

Is Working From Home a Pain In Your Neck?
Working from home can have its perks, but it can also take a toll on your body, especially if you don’t have an ergonomic desk setup. Learn if your home office setup could be causing your neck pain and what you can do to help.
Aug 2nd, 2022
What to Expect After a PRP Session

What to Expect After a PRP Session
If you’re considering platelet-rich plasma (PRP), you should know what happens after treatment. Here, we explore the recovery time (hint: there isn’t any) and how long it takes to see results.
Jul 3rd, 2022
The Link Between Hormonal Disorders and Neuropathy

The Link Between Hormonal Disorders and Neuropathy
If you’re dealing with unexplained tingling, numbness, or burning pain, it could be neuropathy — and your hormones could be to blame. Here, we explore the link between hormone disorders and this condition.
Mar 14th, 2022
The Many Benefits of PRP Therapy

The Many Benefits of PRP Therapy
If you’re looking for a way to help your body heal faster and more effectively, you can turn to platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. Let’s look at several of this treatment’s top benefits.
Feb 13th, 2022
Why a Migraine Isn't Just a Headache

Why a Migraine Isn't Just a Headache
Migraines come with much more severe pain than a headache, plus a number of other unwelcome symptoms. Learn what sets migraines apart — and how to find relief.
Dec 13th, 2021
What's Causing My Neuropathy?

What's Causing My Neuropathy?
Neuropathy, a nerve condition that can cause unwelcome sensations in your extremities, can develop for a number of reasons. Learn the most common contributing factors here.
Nov 11th, 2021
What PRP Can Do for Your Injury

What PRP Can Do for Your Injury
With platelet-rich plasma, you can tap into your body’s healing power, helping injuries heal better and more quickly without introducing anything synthetic into your system.
Sep 15th, 2021

Could Your Chronic Pain Be Fibromyalgia?
If you have widespread pain accompanied by other unexplained symptoms, it could be fibromyalgia. Learn more about this condition and how to identify it.
Jul 14th, 2021

The Stages of a Migraine
Migraines aren’t a consistent experience. They come with warning signs that develop into the signature headache and leave aftereffects in their wake. Here’s a look at the stages of a migraine.
Jun 29th, 2021

The Best Treatment Options for Neuropathy
If you live with neuropathy, your top priority is probably finding relief. Fortunately, a broad range of treatment options can help you do exactly that. Learn more here.
May 27th, 2021