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Sciatica can show up as a dull ache or a sharp, electric-like pain that shoots down the leg. Some people also notice numbness in the foot or tingling in the calf, often worse after sitting for long periods. When pain begins interfering with day-to-day life, one question usually follows: What's the

Everyone has heard about the huge number of people in the US dying from opioid overdoses and struggling against addiction to opioids. The immediate reaction was to make it extremely hard or impossible for anyone to obtain opioids. However, this response overlooks the huge problem of people who suffer from

Pain is sometimes limited to the area where its source is located. For instance, if you burn your finger, the pain will be felt right where your finger was exposed to excess heat. Unfortunately, pain isn't always this straightforward. Some discomfort originates in one place and spreads to other areas

Many chronic pain sufferers let their guard down during the summer months. With fun vacations, more time to relax (hopefully), and family picnics and barbecues, there is a lot to focus on enjoying. Unfortunately, these same activities can make chronic pain symptoms worse. So, what can do to keep your

Many chronic pain sufferers let their guard down during the summer months. With fun vacations, more time to relax (hopefully), and family picnics and barbecues, there is a lot to focus on enjoying. Unfortunately, these same activities can make chronic pain symptoms worse. So, what can do to keep your

While exercise is important, it's not always easy to sufficiently stimulate your core muscle groups if you are among the estimated 100 million Americans living with some type of chronic pain. A great alternative to land-based exercise that's easier on joints and bones is exercises that can be done in

Pain is the result of certain signals being sent from nerves to the brain. Chronic pain occurs when these signals are sent on a day-by-day basis. Seeing a doctor and having them examine the pain is often the best situation. Here are three tips that can influence the chronic pain

Many chronic pain sufferers prefer to look for ways to manage their pain without relying too much on medication. One way to accomplish this goal is with exercise that strengthens core muscle groups and promotes the release of internal chemicals that naturally ease pain. But when it becomes too difficult

For the 100 million or so Americans living with chronic pain, simply getting through a single day can be challenging. While there are many possible physical causes of chronic pain, there are also psychological factors that can affect how recurring pain is perceived. This is why a chronic pain specialist