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Chronic Pain – More Common Than You Think

April 28, 2012 By

chronic painIf you are suffering from chronic pain, you are not alone. As the article below discusses, over 50 of adults in the US had some type of chronic pain last year. However, much of it goes unreported and untreated, which can lead to worse and more permanent damage. We can help here at Pain Management Atlanta!

Chronic pain common in American adults
WASHINGTON, April 28 (UPI) — Nearly half of all adult Americans lived with chronic pain of one type or another last year, a survey found. One-third of US adults in their mid-50s and older have chronic neck or back pain, while a similar percentage have …
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Are you suffering from chronic pain? Come and see us at Pain Management Atlanta so we can get you back on the path to better health!

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Migraine Pain And “Brainfreeze”

April 27, 2012 By

migraine-AtlantaMost of us have experienced the shock and subsequent pain of “brain freeze” at one time or another, but did you know that this type of pain might offer clues into more serious kinds of headaches, like migraines? A group of researchers in the United States recently induced brain freezes in a group of adults to study the responses triggered. They found that as the cold sensation was experienced in the brain, blood flow to the area increased. If you are suffering from migraines, Pain Management Atlanta can help!

This increase in blood flow is likely the cause of the pain associated with brain freezes. Scientists speculate that this response occurs because the brain is a closed system that is very sensitive to temperature changes, and changes in blood flow are a way to regulate temperature. A similar response is seen at the start of migraines, so if these findings are confirmed by further studies, new migraine treatments may focus on controlling blood flow in the brain.

Are you experiencing migraines in the Atlanta area? Our pain specialists at Pain Management Atlanta can help you find the best treatment to help you get on the path to a life with less pain. Call us today at 678-666-2040 or just come by – we can often take walk-ins before noon!

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Exercise Injuries

April 26, 2012 By

exercise injuriesIt is a widely known and well-researched fact that exercise is an important part of any healthy lifestyle. However, if done improperly, exercise can actually do more damage than good. For example, a high impact exercise like jogging can put unnecessary stress on your joints, or aggravate old injuries. If you experience joint pain after beginning a high impact exercise routine, consider switching to low impact options like swimming. At Pain Management Atlanta, we can help you with any exercise injuries you might have!

Weight lifting can also cause a significant amount of damage if not performed correctly. The two causes of most weight lifting injuries are poor posture, and using weights that are too heavy. Bad weight lifting habits can cause injuries to the spinal disks, joints, and muscles.

A final risk of exercise is the toll it can take on your heart. Exercising too frequently can cause subtle, but lasting, damage to the heart. Overall, exercise is a beneficial and important addition for everyone. Just make sure to add it after talking to a physician to ensure you are avoiding potential risks.

Have you suffered from any types of exercise injuries? If so, we can help at Pain Management Atlanta! Give us a call today at 678-666-2040 to get back on the path to better health!

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Knee Pain – Many Types, Many Treatments

April 25, 2012 By

knee pain doctorKnee pain is extremely common. In fact, probably every single person in the Atlanta area reading this post has had knee pain at some point in their lives. While it may be common, it has many causes, and it is important for you to seek the advice of a medical professional to find out exactly what is causing the pain in your knees and how to deal with it. The article below goes into some of the many causes of pain in the knees. At Pain Management Atlanta, we can help diagnose your knee pain!

Knee pain, though common, can signal several ailments
Q: Is pain directly under my kneecap anything to be concerned about? A: Knee pain is fairly common and can affect people of all ages. Your pain could be the result of an injury or could be a more serious medical condition. Runner’s knee: Pain directly …
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Are you suffering from knee pain in the Atlanta area? If so, give us a call today at Pain Management Atlanta! We can help you find out what is causing your pain and get you on the right treatment regimen as soon as possible.

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Proper Foot Care Keeps You Active

April 19, 2012 By

foot pain AtlantaPodiatrists estimate that three out of four Americans will face a serious foot issue at least once in their lifetime. This makes sense when you consider how much time the average person spends on their feet. An injury in this area of the body can be a major setback, causing a lot of pain.

According to Dr. John Rachoy, implementing certain practices can help lessen your risk for foot problems. Foot health starts with supportive shoes that fit your feet correctly, but can also be improved by alternating your exercise routine so you don’t always do the same activities in the same order, and increasing your exercise routine gradually.

If you’re already experiencing foot pain, Rachoy recommends icing the injury, and taking an anti-inflammatory. However, if you try these remedies and the pain does not decrease don’t hesitate to make an appointment with your doctor to check for serious foot conditions.

If you are suffering from foot pain in the Atlanta area, come and see us at Pain Management Atlanta! You can call us at 678-666-2040, or we can take walk-ins before noon. We are even open on Saturdays for your convenience.

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Keys To Diagnosing Knee Pain

April 16, 2012 By

knee painDid you know that the knee is the largest joint in the body? It is something that you definitely notice whenever you have knee pain. Diagnosing the cause of your knee pain, be it from arthritis, and injury, or something else, is the first step to dealing with the discomfort. The article below discusses ways to identify knee pain. Here at Pain Management Atlanta, we can help you diagnose your knee pain and get you back to a better quality of life!

5 Keys to Knee Pain Relief Provides Help with Identifying Knee Pain Causes
Louisville, KY, April 15, 2012 –(PR.com)– Forget a pain in the neck — few things can slow someone down like pain in the knee. The knee is the body’s largest joint, bearing the body’s full weight when it walks, bends, twists, jumps and runs.
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Are you suffering from knee pain? Stop living with the pain and call us today at Pain Management Atlanta at 678-666-2040! We can help you diagnose and treat your pain and get you back on the path to better health!

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Baby Boomers – Know When To See A Doctor

February 13, 2012 By

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Have you been putting off that doctor’s visit as long as possible because of that nagging pain in your neck, back, or elsewhere? If so, you could just be making things worse for yourself in the long run! Many baby boomers have a hard time getting themselves to go see the doctor, when doing so would often help ease their pain quickly and could even help to prevent long-term damage to their bodies. The article below discusses when the time is right to go see the doctor.

Injured boomers beware: Know when to see doctor
But active boomers can avoid that kind of drastic treatment by properly managing aches and pains. Injuries that need immediate treatment cause excruciating, unrelenting pain, or force you to immediately stop your activity and prevent normal motion.
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If you have been putting off seeing a doctor, know that even though you may not always want to know what the problem is, seeing a doctor here at Pain Management Atlanta can be the best thing for you and can get you on the road to healing ASAP! Schedule an appointment with us today!

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