As you search for different therapies for chronic pain, have you given consideration to music and art? A song can be a powerful feel-good tool. It can help you temporarily forget the stresses of life and enjoy a few moments of inner peace. Distraction is a powerful tool in combating chronic pain. In fact, research suggests that virtual reality might be more effective in combating pain than pain medications.
Similarly, many people have a favorite work of art that takes their breath away or causes them to get lost in thought. This concept of distraction is the general idea behind...
Panic attacks can be overwhelming and oftentimes can arise without warning. Living with this level of unpredictability can be extremely difficult, and can make everyday life seem nearly impossible....
Lower back pain, a.k.a lumbar pain, is one of the most common pain conditions that you may experience. Because it's invisible, lower back pain may be difficult to diagnose and treat. Whether you're suffering from chronic or acute lumbar pain, finding treatment can be frustrating. If you're looking for a treatment option that doesn't rely on medication, then interventional...
Dry, itchy, sensitive and inflamed skin. These are just a few symptoms of eczema (or Dermatitis), a skin condition that can turn your best day into a stressful one. Worrying about how to alleviate eczema without side effects is a concern with many answers....
If you’re suffering from back pain and looking for non-surgical relief, cortisone injections may be just what the doctor ordered. This type of injection can...
Scientists at Washington University’s School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri have shown that certain Alzheimer's therapies were significantly more effective when paired with...
The month of May is observed as National Mental Health Awareness Month. During that time falls Mental Health Awareness Week, which is celebrated from...
MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry has triumphed once again, not only on the baseball diamond, but also in life, as showcased in his new book, Don’t Give Up on Me.
Darryl Strawberry’s new book, Don’t Give Up on Me: Shedding Light on Addiction, scheduled for release on October 16th, shows just how...
Stretching and Staying Limber is Good for Your Body and Mind
While the jury is still out on whether stretching can prevent injury, when appropriate,...
Is there a connection between vitamin C and gout? About a decade ago, research began to suggest that taking a daily dose of vitamin C could help to reduce gout risk. This was good news for people who were looking for natural remedies to help moderate uric acid levels....