Commentary and Apology – National Pain Strategy
Yes! Another groundbreaking pain report was released. This time from the National Institute of Health. Even though this is a step in the right direction we have to admit the current biomedical model around pain has not helped for millions. I shot a video about the report.
Center for Disease Control Recommendations for Chronic Pain
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released a report on March 18th, 2016 improving the way opioids are prescribed through clinical practice.These new guidelines will ensure patients have access to safer, more effective chronic pain treatment while reducing the number of people who misuse, abuse, or overdose from these drugs.
Erase Your Fear, Cure Your Pain
Fear is not your friend when it comes to living with chronic pain. Fear of movement can hold you captive causing further regression into a life of more pain and further disability. Your brain is constantly rewiring itself, processing new information, and creating shortcuts to adapt to environmental changes. While these processes occur unconsciously, they can […]
Phytic Acid: Top Reasons to Avoid this Anti-Nutrient
White bread is bad. Whole grains, legumes, and nuts are good. Simple, right? Well, yes. Mostly. Kind of. Except for something called phytic acid, which is one of the inconvenient anti-nutrients that we have to contend with when it comes to whole, unprocessed food. (Lectins are another anti-nutrient that can wreak havoc on our systems.) […]
Central Sensitization and Healing Your Chronic Pain
If you suffer from chronic pain central sensitization is important for you to understand. You might notice that occasional bumps or stubs hurt more than you think they should. Sensations like a simple touch or massage can be painful as well. Even simple daily activities can be excruciating. This is a distressing condition, often aggravated […]
How Opioids Increase Pain
Even one dose can lead to heightened pain sensitivity. If you suffer from chronic pain, you may have the option of an opioid prescription; you may even have one already. While most users are familiar with the idea of tolerance over time, there is a new concern to be aware of. Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia (OIH) Opioid-induced […]
