How to Sleep Well When Your Back Hurts?
All of us wake up feeling like a million bucks after a good night’s sleep. Makes you feel like you can tackle anything ahead of you that day. But according to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly one-third of all American adults are not getting enough sleep, which can cause short- and long-term health problems. …
Muscle Relaxants: Benefits and Uses
It is very common to have neck or back pain that requires medical attention. If you’ve ever wrenched your back, you know how debilitating it can be to your daily routine, affecting your quality of life. Most of us try to use home remedies to feel better, like taking over-the-counter medications, resting, stretching, or even …
Where Does Middle Back Pain Come From?
Experts say back pain is the most common reason people miss days at work, and the third most common ailment that drives people to see a doctor. In fact, 80% of adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Although we can experience middle back pain at any age, it is usually …
How Often Should You Visit a Pain Specialist?
When you decide to make the first appointment with a pain management doctor, it usually means chronic pain interferes with daily activities and pain relief is needed quickly! People who experience painful injuries that take months to heal may also seek the help of a pain specialist. Dr. Manvar is a medical doctor that specializes in diagnosing the …
Do You Need a Chiropractor or a Pain Specialist?
Persistent neck or spine pain leads people to see a doctor for help with controlling pain and to make sure a serious medical issue has not developed. Should you see a spine doctor vs. a chiropractor? There is no right or wrong answer because each situation is unique. Generally speaking, the chiropractor can assist with …
Is Chronic Pain Hereditary?
Your Family History & Chronic Pain You may have heard the saying that “pain runs in families.” And while this may sound like an old wives’ tale, there is some truth to it. Studies show that certain chronic pain conditions can be hereditary. So if you have a family history of chronic pain, you may …
