What are some good treatments of myofascial pain?
Pain specialists approach myofascial pain treatment using a multi-disciplinary approach. Myofascial release includes massages at home, medical massages, and specific
Category: Gentle pain treatments
How to calm painful nerves with desensitization
Because pain is so deeply wired in the brain as a danger signal, patients with pain often avoid touching or
What low-impact exercises are good for pain?
Patients struggling with chronic pain find it difficult to engage in exercises. Yet research shows that physical activities is one
How to sleep better with chronic pain
Sleep is a key contributor to chronic pain. Impaired sleep worsens pain, which in turn prevents patients from getting restful
Gabapentin and pregabalin: How do they help with pain?
For chronic pain conditions, gabapentinoids (gabapentin & pregabalin) are often first-line treatments because of their effectiveness & safety. They bind
Anti-CGRP therapy: A new treatment for migraines
CGRP plays a key role in central chronic pain by mediating “neurogenic inflammation”. In this process, sensory nerves which usually
How herbs like turmeric can interfere with medications like hydrocodone: CYP2D6 interactions
Several pain medications require the liver enzyme CYP2D6 to become active. But some herbal supplements & medications can interfere with
How grapefruit can interfere with medications like oxycodone : CYP3A4 interactions
The liver enzyme CYP3A4 is the key body mechanism for metabolizing pain medications. Patients who take pain medications must be
Diets that may be helpful for chronic pain
While the science of nutrition continues to evolve, I have seen many patients with pain profoundly improve after making one
Treating pain at nerve-body interface
Small sensory nerves throughout the body gather information & interact with the body directly. This nerve-body interface underlies many diseases.