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The Importance of Relieving Anxiety and Stress

Living with chronic pain isn’t easy. Along with the physical discomfort, it can have a serious effect on your mental health. Learn more about the connection between mind and body, and discover how relieving anxiety and stress can improve pain, too.

Sep 1st, 2023

Intracept Procedure: What It Is and Key Facts

Is your life limited by chronic low back pain? When traditional therapy fails to make a difference, the Intracept procedure could be for you. Learn how this minimally invasive treatment stops basivertebral nerve pain at the source for lasting relief.

Aug 2nd, 2023

How To Pick Up the Pieces After a Failed Back Surgery

Surgery is meant to relieve chronic pain and restore function, but if you still have pain after back surgery, you’re not out of options. Here’s how to start picking up the pieces and moving on after failed back surgery.

Jul 1st, 2023

What Is Spoon Theory?

The spoon theory explains the impact of living with chronic illness, chronic pain, and disability on a daily basis. It highlights the differences between living with illness compared to living without illness.

Jun 1st, 2023

How to Prepare for a Spinal Cord Stimulator

Are you considering a spinal cord stimulator to treat your chronic nerve pain? It can be a good solution — especially if other treatments haven’t worked — but it’s important to be prepared. Get our tips for preparing for your procedure here.

May 1st, 2023

4 Nonsurgical Treatments for Chronic Neck Pain

Are you living with chronic neck pain? Surgery isn’t your only option. Find out how noninvasive and minimally invasive treatments can tackle the cause of your pain at the source so you can start feeling better without the concerns about surgery.

Apr 1st, 2023

Does Acute Pain Affect Your Quality of Life?

Acute pain is sudden. It can be intense, but it’s often short-lived. Chronic pain, on the other hand, persists for months or years. Learn the differences and find out how treating your pain can help you limit its impact on your quality of life.

Mar 7th, 2023

Types of Neuropathic Pain and Your Treatment Options

Neuropathic pain is burning, tingling, electric pain. It’s the result of damaged nerves, and suffering this chronic pain can quickly erode your quality of life. Learn more about the types of neuropathy and how to find treatment that’s right for you.

Feb 9th, 2023

Am I a Candidate for Minimally Invasive Surgery With Intracept®?

Have traditional treatments failed to relieve your lower back pain? You’re not out of options. Find out if you’re a candidate for the Intracept® Procedure, a minimally invasive surgery that targets and eliminates certain types of lower back pai

Jan 6th, 2023

How Do Changes in Seasons or Weather Affect Chronic Pain?

Changing seasons bring changing weather. And if you’re living with chronic pain, you might notice that those changes make your symptoms feel worse. Find out how weather affects your body and how to start feeling better.

Dec 2nd, 2022

Working From Home Is a Pain in My Neck!

Working from home offers Americans more flexibility than ever, but where you’re working still matters. Sitting on your couch or at your kitchen table could be causing “tech neck” — a type of neck pain that’s on the rise. Learn how to fight it here.

Nov 3rd, 2022

When Should You Consider Epidural Steroid Injections?

Are you tired of back pain treatments that don’t make a difference? Surgery isn’t your only option. Learn how epidural steroid injections can help and find out if it’s time to consider this minimally invasive treatment here.

Oct 24th, 2022

Tired of living with chronic back pain? An Intracept® Procedure can Help

When other treatments have failed, the Intracept® procedure could be the solution for you. This FDA-approved treatment for chronic low back pain could offer you long-lasting relief. Read and learn what to expect.

Sep 1st, 2022

Is One of These Conditions the Cause of Your Chronic Pain?

Injury and surgery are two common causes of chronic pain. But if you’re suffering with chronic pain and it wasn’t caused by either one, finding answers isn’t always easy — and one of these other chronic pain conditions could be behind your symptoms.

Aug 1st, 2022

What Can I Expect With a Trial Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation?

When other treatments don’t relieve your back pain, spinal cord stimulation could be the long-term solution you need. Learn how spinal cord stimulators work and what to expect during your implantation and trial phase here.

Jul 1st, 2022

Can Degenerative Disc Disease Be Reversed?

Degenerative disc disease is a leading cause of chronic back pain. While the damage to your spinal discs can’t be reversed, you do have treatment options to relieve your pain. Learn why degeneration happens and an innovative treatment that can help.

Jun 1st, 2022

How a Holistic Approach Can Help Get You the Right Diagnosis

Chronic pain restricts your life, and unfortunately, pinpointing the cause and finding relief isn’t easy. When traditional medical care leaves you without answers, it might be time to try a holistic approach.

May 1st, 2022

Treating Your Spinal Arthritis With Epidurals

Is spinal arthritis limiting your activity level and lowering your quality of life? It’s a common cause of chronic back and neck pain — but treatment can help. Epidural injections for spinal arthritis could be the solution you’ve been seeking.

Apr 1st, 2022

How Radiofrequency Ablation Can Tackle Your Back Pain

Have you tried medication, physical therapy, or other conservative options for back pain, only to find that the pain keeps coming back? Chronic pain is difficult to treat, but minimally invasive radiofrequency ablation offers lasting relief.

Mar 1st, 2022

Understanding the Different Treatments for Your Herniated Disc

Do you have a herniated disc? Don’t let the pain keep you from living your life. Take the time to learn about the top treatments for herniated discs — from ice and heat therapy to the minimally invasive Intracept® Procedure and everything in between.

Feb 1st, 2022

5 Risk Factors That Can Lead to a Herniated Disc

Herniated discs are common. This painful injury can happen to anyone — but certain factors can put you at increased risk. Learn about the common causes of herniated discs here as well as how to recognize when it’s time to seek treatment.

Jan 1st, 2022

How Spinal Cord Stimulators Offer Relief From Chronic Back Pain

It’s no secret that back pain limits your life. Finding effective relief isn’t easy — but if you’ve tried traditional treatments without success, you’re not out of options. Learn how spinal cord stimulators work to relieve back pain.

Dec 1st, 2021

How Can the FDA-Approved Intracept® Procedure Help You Get Relief From Chronic Back Pain?

Chronic low back pain is difficult to treat, and many people find that conservative care just isn’t enough. The Intracept® Procedure is a minimally invasive, FDA-approved alternative to invasive surgery — and it could be the answer to your pain.

Nov 5th, 2021

How Epidural Steroid Injections Alleviate Back and Neck Pain

Spine pain is common — particularly in your lower back and neck — and it can have a serious impact on your life. When conservative care doesn’t help, epidural steroid injections could offer long-lasting relief. Learn about these injections here.

Oct 27th, 2021

What to Expect During Radiofrequency Ablation

When chronic musculoskeletal pain limits your life, radiofrequency ablation could offer relief. This minimally invasive, nonsurgical treatment quiets pain at the source for pain management that lasts for months. Learn what to expect here.

Sep 1st, 2021

5 Key Benefits of Treating Chronic Back Pain With Intracept®

The Intracept® Procedure is a unique, minimally invasive treatment designed to relieve chronic low back pain. If you’ve had pain for more than six months, it’s time to learn more about the key benefits of this revolutionary technique.

Jul 7th, 2021

The Intracept® Procedure: A Breakthrough in Treating Chronic Back Pain

Chronic back pain can erode your quality of life. And if conservative treatment isn’t working, you’re left wondering if there are any other options. It’s time to learn about the Intracept® Procedure — a minimally invasive treatment to stop the pain.

Jun 27th, 2021

Who Is a Candidate for the Groundbreaking Intracept® Procedure?

Lower back pain is very common. While many people find relief with conservative treatments like pain medication or physical therapy, what happens if these options aren’t enough for your pain? The Intracept® Procedure could be the answer.

May 24th, 2021

Tips for Getting Through the Trial Phase of Your Spinal Cord Stimulator

Spinal cord stimulators quiet pain signals along your spine. They’re a good option for many people with chronic nerve pain, and you undergo a trial before you get a permanent stimulator implanted. Make the most of your trial phase with these tips.

Apr 22nd, 2021

When to See a Doctor About Back Pain

Back pain is common. But when does pain indicate that it’s time to see the doctor? Whether you suffered an acute injury or you’re living with chronic pain, seeing a pain specialist could help you achieve lasting relief and enhanced quality of life.

Mar 15th, 2021

It's Never Too Late to Improve Your Posture

With the increase in screen time and remote work, it’s no surprise that back pain associated with poor posture is becoming more common. Luckily, it’s never too late to improve your posture.

Feb 8th, 2021

Minimally Invasive Treatments for Chronic Pain

If you’re suffering from chronic pain that doesn’t respond to traditional treatments, you might feel like nothing can help. Luckily, there are more advanced, minimally invasive treatments that can ease your pain.

Jan 13th, 2021

The Importance of Keeping Up Your Appointments Virtually

If you’ve put off addressing your health care issues during the COVID-19 crisis, explore how our telehealth services can get you the same quality care you need from the comfort of your own home or office.

Dec 28th, 2020

SI Joint Dysfunction Is a Commonly Overlooked Source of Pain

Though easily overlooked, problems with your SI joints, near the top of your pelvis, are a common cause of lower back pain and radiating leg pain. Find out more about what can cause SI joint dysfunction.

Nov 6th, 2020

Pain Is Not a Diagnosis: The Importance of a Healthy Patient-Provider Relationship in Healing

When it comes to chronic pain, it’s important to have a provider who’s on your side and can help you uncover any underlying causes. Find out more about the importance of a good provider-patient relationship.

Oct 9th, 2020

Do I Need an Injection: Deciding When to Intervene

Most people suffer from neck or low back pain at some point in their adult lives. If your pain doesn’t disappear with traditional medical care, an epidural steroid injection can offer you prompt relief.

Sep 14th, 2020

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Dec 23rd, 2020