Innova Pain Clinic
January 2013
Pain Meds Increase Risk of Falls & Fracture
Arthritis pain is common as we age. The years of abuse take a toll on our aging bodies. By the time we are on Medicare, we have joint pain and balance issues. Seniors who use certain common pain medications are at a 7-fold greater risk for falling, and twice as likely to fracture a hip. […]
Read moreImproved treatment option for Fibromyalgia
As a chiropractor, I treat fibromyalgia. I have been successfully treating fibromyalgia pain since 1995, that was long before the medical establishment began to take the disease seriously. I stay on top of the studies and learn as much as I can about pain relief and fibromyalgia. Recently I came across an article about a […]
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How to NOT choose a chiropractor
This is a “must see” video if you are looking to upgrade your chiropractic care. There are lots of chiropractors around. That’s a good thing. But knowing which to choose can be challenging. I recommend creating a short list, then reading online reviews. I wrote an article on the subject and you can find it […]
Read moreHeadache & Neck Pain After Whiplash
Researchers have shown that about 90% of whiplash victims will report headache as part of their post-injury complaint. Sometimes the headaches wont show for a few weeks after the accident. But when they do, there are several things that need to be considered. Cervicogenic Headache The most common headache after a car crash is […]
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Radicular Nerve Pain
When nerves get irritated or pinched, those nerves can radiate pain. The pain can be felt far from the source of pain. A nerve can be pinched as it exits the spine, and the pain can be felt down the arm and into the hand. This process is called Radicular Nerve Pain. A good St […]
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