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4 Great Strategies for Less Back Pain Later In Life

4 Great Strategies for Less Back Pain Later In Life

Sure, some parts of aging are inevitable, but back pain certainly doesn’t have to be one of them. If you want to steer clear of back pain as you get older, we suggest you follow these best practices.
Mar 12th, 2024
Life After a Knee Dislocation

Life After a Knee Dislocation

Navigating life after a knee injury can be tricky, which certainly holds true for a knee dislocation. Here are some points we want you to consider as you take steps toward a healthier knee.
Mar 12th, 2024

Shoe Buying Hacks to Relieve Knee Pain

You used to jump out of bed, but these days, it’s more of a hobble, thanks to ongoing knee pain. While we can do our part to relieve your knee pain, what you put on your feet can also make a difference.
Feb 1st, 2024

4 Major Benefits of Our Primary Care Services

Your health is important, and you want to know that it’s in good hands, with a primary care team that understands your unique needs. Here are some reasons why we believe our team excels in primary care.
Feb 1st, 2024

Why Does My Back Hurt Postpartum?

You probably expected some sleepless nights after having a baby, and perhaps you even knew about the possibility of the postpartum blues. But you never expected to have a backache that seems like it’ll never go away! Here’s what you need to know.
Jan 19th, 2024
8 Signs You Have Neuropathy

8 Signs You Have Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects any of the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord – but how do you know you have it? Read on to discover signs that you may be living with neuropathy and what you can do.
Jan 19th, 2024
At-Home Strategies to Alleviate Arthritis Pain

At-Home Strategies to Alleviate Arthritis Pain

Is arthritis pain your constant companion these days? Up to 25% of Americans have some form of arthritis. While it’s important to get medical treatment, learn what you can do at home to ease your symptoms.
Dec 13th, 2023
 What's Causing My Back to Hurt?

 What's Causing My Back to Hurt?

Back pain is frustrating — and not knowing where it’s coming from can send you over the edge. Stop wondering and worrying. Our team of experts is here to help you understand what’s causing your back pain and resolve it. 
Nov 1st, 2023
Is Working from Home a Pain in Your Neck?

Is Working from Home a Pain in Your Neck?

Have you developed neck pain — or has it gotten worse — since you started working from home? If so, read on to learn more about this connection and how you can relieve your neck pain.
Sep 1st, 2023
How IV Therapy Can Help You Sleep Better

How IV Therapy Can Help You Sleep Better

Good sleep is essential for your physical and mental health, but sometimes good sleep just doesn’t come easy. Thankfully, there are many strategies for improving your sleep, and IV therapy could be one of them. Read on to learn more.
Jul 1st, 2023
I Was Hurt in a Car Accident: Can You Help?

I Was Hurt in a Car Accident: Can You Help?

If you’re having signs of neck or back pain after a car accident, what should you do? Take a moment to learn how we can help reduce your pain, improve functionality, and restore your quality of life.
Jul 1st, 2023
Understanding Your Medical Pain Relief Options

Understanding Your Medical Pain Relief Options

Chronic pain affects all areas of your life and can make even things you enjoy difficult. We offer a range of pain relief options and describe several you may not be aware of here. Keep reading to learn about how to manage your pain holistically.
Jun 1st, 2023
Why Diabetics Are at Risk of Peripheral Neuropathy

Why Diabetics Are at Risk of Peripheral Neuropathy

You have so much to think about when you have diabetes, like logging in exercise, watching your diet, monitoring your blood sugar, and keeping your weight down. You can also add checking for nerve damage to your list, and here’s why.
Jun 1st, 2023
How to Beat the Attacks of Allergy Season

How to Beat the Attacks of Allergy Season

Spring is beautiful, but if you have seasonal allergies it can also be miserable. In this post, we discuss how you can avoid those sudden attacks that leave you feeling less than excited about the budding flowers and leaves.
May 1st, 2023
The Importance of Primary Care

The Importance of Primary Care

It’s essential for your overall health and well-being to have a primary care provider to check in with regularly. Find out more about the importance of primary care here.
Mar 7th, 2023
5 Ways to Help Prevent Your Sciatica from Acting Up

5 Ways to Help Prevent Your Sciatica from Acting Up

Sciatica is a common problem that affects about 40% of people at some point in their lives. While most people recover fully, the problem can recur under the right conditions. Here are five ways to keep a sciatica flare-up at bay.
Mar 1st, 2023
5 Reasons Why You Might Have Knee Pain

5 Reasons Why You Might Have Knee Pain

When your knee hurts, just taking a leisurely stroll can be a real pain, and playing your sport could be impossible. Sometimes you know why your knee hurts. Other times you’re not sure. Following are five causes that could be behind your knee pain.
Jan 2nd, 2023
Can My Type 2 Diabetes Be Reversed?

Can My Type 2 Diabetes Be Reversed?

If you’ve received a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis, you may be wondering if there’s a chance this condition is reversible. We explain how to manage this metabolic condition here.
Jan 1st, 2023
5 Tips for Traveling With Lower Back Pain

5 Tips for Traveling With Lower Back Pain

Forget traveling in style. When you have back pain, you simply want to get from point A to point B without a flare-up. With our help, you can. Keep reading to get our best tips on managing your back pain when you travel.
Dec 1st, 2022
What to Expect from Advanced Spinal Decompression

What to Expect from Advanced Spinal Decompression

Whether you’re active in sports, love to walk or run, or just find yourself lifting heavy items around the house, back pain will eventually find you. When it does, treatments like spinal decompression can help.
Dec 1st, 2022
10 Benefits of IV Therapy

10 Benefits of IV Therapy

If you’re feeling worn out, sick, or even hungover, it’s time to consider the many benefits intravenous (IV) therapy offers. Learn more about IV therapy and how it improves your vitality and long-term health.
Aug 1st, 2022
When to Consider Surgery For Your Herniated Disc

When to Consider Surgery For Your Herniated Disc

When you have a herniated disc, the pain can be unbearable. There are treatments that help, but what should you do if the pain persists? Keep reading to learn when you might want to contemplate having surgery to repair your injured disc.
Jul 1st, 2022
How to Ease Your Knee Pain Without Surgery

How to Ease Your Knee Pain Without Surgery

Knee pain can become gradually worse over time, and eventually some cases need surgery. Here’s how you can avoid the preparation, pain, and recovery that comes with a knee operation.
Jun 1st, 2022
Is Spinal Stenosis Reversible?

Is Spinal Stenosis Reversible?

Your spinal canal has just enough space for your nerves to run through it, but if it narrows — a condition called spinal stenosis — it pinches your nerves. Can anything restore your spine to its original condition? Find out here.
Jun 1st, 2022
5 Encouraging Facts About Sciatica

5 Encouraging Facts About Sciatica

When the pain of sciatica hits, it may be hard to think positively about the condition. Despite the sometimes severe pain, the underlying causes for this group of symptoms are typically easy to treat.
May 1st, 2022
How to Manage Back Pain After an Accident

How to Manage Back Pain After an Accident

Many people brush off their aches and pains following an accident, but back injuries should be taken seriously. Here’s how a specialist can help manage and treat back pain.
May 1st, 2022
How Biologics Can Help You Heal from Within

How Biologics Can Help You Heal from Within

Your body is miraculous. It has immense healing powers that just need to be triggered for you to relieve pain and experience recovery. Biologics are an alternative to drug-based interventions. Here’s how they can help you heal from the inside out.
Apr 1st, 2022
Simple Exercises You Can Do to Strengthen Your Neck

Simple Exercises You Can Do to Strengthen Your Neck

Are you familiar with “text neck”? Your neck muscles become fatigued from too much time spent looking down at your phone or staring at a computer screen. Perhaps you’ve had a neck injury. No matter the cause, try these simple neck exercises.
Apr 1st, 2022
How PRP Injections Help with Joint Pain

How PRP Injections Help with Joint Pain

Tired of joint pain slowing you down? Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy can help ease pain and restore function — no drugs or surgery required. Sound too good to be true? Keep reading to learn more.
Mar 2nd, 2022
When Is Your Headache a Cause for Concern?

When Is Your Headache a Cause for Concern?

If you’re experiencing a debilitating headache and don’t know whether it’s a harmless symptom or something more serious, read on. Our experts explain what symptoms differentiate a harmless headache from a potentially dangerous one.
Mar 1st, 2022
5 Signs of Sciatica

5 Signs of Sciatica

As many as 4 in 10 Americans deal with sciatica, a collection of symptoms caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. The specific causes of sciatica can vary, but there are common signs that suggest you have the condition.
Feb 9th, 2022
How Chiropractic Care Helps You Overcome Injuries

How Chiropractic Care Helps You Overcome Injuries

A healthy body is in homeostasis, a state in which it’s able to heal itself. But when you’re in an accident, your body needs help to heal injured tissue, bone, and misalignments. Chiropractic care helps you heal and get back in homeostasis.
Feb 7th, 2022
 Recognizing the Early Signs of Peripheral Neuropathy

Recognizing the Early Signs of Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that damages nerves, but can also affect your digestion, urination, and blood circulation. Read on to find out more about how to catch the early signs of this potentially dangerous nerve issue.
Jan 11th, 2022
What Are The Stages of Peripheral Neuropathy?

What Are The Stages of Peripheral Neuropathy?

Peripheral Neuropathy affects more than 20 million people in the United States. With it being so prevalent, it’s important to remain educated on what causes peripheral neuropathy and all of the stages neuropathy takes on. Peripheral neuropathy occurs...
Dec 8th, 2021
Scoliosis Pain? Understand Your Treatment Options

Scoliosis Pain? Understand Your Treatment Options

Scoliosis management is complex, and it is mainly dictated by the type of scoliosis encountered. There are syndromic, congenital, neuromuscular, or idiopathic. The seriousness of the curvature and skeletal maturity, which help predict the likelihood of...
Nov 19th, 2021
Non-Surgical Treatment for Spinal Stenosis

Non-Surgical Treatment for Spinal Stenosis

Lower back and neck pain can make you put a pause on daily activities you love to participate in as a result of pain. If you are living with pain and it is slowly getting worse with time and the ways in which you are coping with it are...
Nov 3rd, 2021
Spinal Decompression Treatment for Chronic Back Pain

Spinal Decompression Treatment for Chronic Back Pain

Back pain affects about 65 million Americans each year, and is also the 6th most costly condition in the United States. Back pain can stem from a variety of causes, such as injury, arthritis, sciatica, and more. If one continues to live with back pain...
Sep 16th, 2021
Can Neuropathy Be Cured?

Can Neuropathy Be Cured?

Many people wonder whether or not neuropathy is a curable condition. To answer this question, yes it is curable, but this comes with active treatment once a patient is diagnosed with neuropathy. Neuropathy affects more than 20 million Americans...
Sep 14th, 2021
The Top Symptoms and Causes of Peripheral Neuropathy

The Top Symptoms and Causes of Peripheral Neuropathy

Neuropathy is a condition of the nervous system that affects more than 20 million Americans. This common condition is a result of damage to the Peripheral Nervous System, which is responsible for sending signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
Aug 4th, 2021
Knee Pain: Causes, Factors, and Getting Treatment

Knee Pain: Causes, Factors, and Getting Treatment

Our knees are one of the most important parts of our body, but they can also be known as one of the most problematic. Knee pain affects around 100 million Americans every year, and knee pain is also the second leading cause of chronic pain.
Jul 15th, 2021
Commonly Misdiagnosed: Arthritis

Commonly Misdiagnosed: Arthritis

A lot of patients come to Neuropathy & Pain Centers of Texas with a misdiagnosis and report, “I was diagnosed with arthritis by my doctor.” To which we usually respond, “Okay, how? Did the doctor take an X-Ray? Orthopedic evaluation? Did they do anything?”
Jun 17th, 2021
When Should I Get Treated for Neuropathy?

When Should I Get Treated for Neuropathy?

Neuropathy is a condition that affects more than 20 million people in the United States. With so many people experiencing symptoms of neuropathy you’d think more people would seek treatment, however few end up actually doing so and instead live with...
Jun 4th, 2021
Top 5 Signs of Neuropathy in 2021

Top 5 Signs of Neuropathy in 2021

We’ve compiled a list of the top 5 signs and symptoms of neuropathy for 2021. The top five signs and symptoms of neuropathy might surprise you. Signs and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy can sometimes be vague. We’ve had thousands of patients through...
Apr 16th, 2021
Facts & Myths about Erectile Dysfunction

Facts & Myths about Erectile Dysfunction

Facts and Myths about Erectile Dysfunction Simply put, erectile dysfunction is a man’s inability to have or maintain an erection. Nearly 30 million men in the United States have been diagnosed with erectile dysfunction. And while it’s a fairly common...
Mar 29th, 2021
Diabetic Neuropathy: How Can I Manage It?

Diabetic Neuropathy: How Can I Manage It?

Neuropathy, also known as “nerve damage,” is an uncomfortable condition common in people with diabetes. People with neuropathy experience weakness, numbness and pain in their hands and feet. The symptoms of neuropathy can have a real impact on...
Mar 15th, 2021
How Do I Know If I Have Erectile Dysfunction?

How Do I Know If I Have Erectile Dysfunction?

Few men want to talk about their inability to get or maintain an erection, however, erectile dysfunction can have a profound impact on relationships and self-esteem. Fortunately, trouble in the bedroom doesn’t necessarily mean you’re dealing with...
Mar 1st, 2021
Neuropathy & Diet: Does it Matter?

Neuropathy & Diet: Does it Matter?

Patients and caregivers must be conscientious of diets that may help to alleviate peripheral neuropathy symptoms, as well as the foods that may increase these symptoms. Knowing how the body responds to certain foods may be key to reducing peripheral pain.
Feb 15th, 2021
What causes Erectile Dysfunction?

What causes Erectile Dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction has been shown to affect over 30 million men over the age of 20 in the United States. It affects men of all ages and becomes increasingly prevalent with age.
Feb 1st, 2021
What is Neuropathy?

What is Neuropathy?

Neuropathy is the damage or dysfunction of one or more nerves that cause you to feel pain. It may cause a tingling, burning, numbness or shooting of pain in the affected area which causes you a lot of discomfort from accomplishing many things.
Jan 25th, 2021
Is Regenerative Therapy Therapy Safe?

Is Regenerative Therapy Therapy Safe?

Choosing a medical treatment for your chronic condition is one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. Although your pain has reached an intensity that has you desperately searching for a solution, the main priority of most patients...
Apr 11th, 2018
Regenerative Therapy Costs, Insurance, and You

Regenerative Therapy Costs, Insurance, and You

One of the most common concerns about stem cell therapy is cost. More patients are becoming interested in trying stem cell therapy but questions about pricing, affordability, and insurance coverage are preventing them from reaching out. It’s a natural...
Apr 11th, 2018
What is Regenerative Therapy and How Does it Work?

What is Regenerative Therapy and How Does it Work?

Beginning research into stem cell therapies can be confusing because there is a ton of misleading information about the procedures available. Most people stumble upon these sensational treatments while in search for options to eliminate the pain and...
Mar 29th, 2018
Real Risks of Back Surgery

Real Risks of Back Surgery

Stiffness and aches in the back can be common, but when back pain becomes a chronic condition, the impact on your life can be unbearable. When your pain level has reached high enough to affect your mobility and independence, you may be considering...
Dec 18th, 2017

Coping with Seasonal Allergies Naturally

It’s been all over the news, so you’ve probably seen it: research indicates that people who use allergy medications regularly may be at greater risk for dementia. Building on a study published last year, researchers at Indiana University School...
Oct 22nd, 2017
Easy Knee Exercises to Ease Knee Pain

Easy Knee Exercises to Ease Knee Pain

If you’re suffering from chronic knee pain, there’s a better way to ease your pain than taking pain medications or simply suffering through the pain! Try these easy knee exercises to strengthen your joint, which can help relieve pain.
Sep 17th, 2017
Staying Hydrated when Temperatures Soar

Staying Hydrated when Temperatures Soar

As the temperatures rise, hydration becomes even more important than it usually is. Whether you’re working out in the heat, or just enjoying the warm weather, it’s vital to stay hydrated, to prevent heat stroke and keep your blood circulating properly.
Aug 20th, 2016
Healthy Slow Cooker Meals for when it’s too Hot to Cook

Healthy Slow Cooker Meals for when it’s too Hot to Cook

When you think of a slow cooker, do you automatically think of winter? Warm stews and hot creamy soups, hearty roasts and chili- these are the standard crock pot fare for most people. What you may not realize, though, is that the slow cooker can be an...
Aug 4th, 2016

Natural Sun Protection for your Skin

We all know the dangers of UV exposure. Ultraviolet rays can damage skin, aging it and even causing skin cancer, but conventional sunscreen can also be dangerous, and often contains toxic chemicals. The FDA has not created rigorous standards for...
Jul 26th, 2016
Five Health Conscious Summer Vacation Destinations

Five Health Conscious Summer Vacation Destinations

What are your summer vacation plans? Do you intend to do nothing but relax, and indulge your every dietary whim? Or are you more inclined to find a health conscious summer vacation destination, and use your down time to do something good for your body?
May 31st, 2016
Do Eyes Need Special Protection in Summer?

Do Eyes Need Special Protection in Summer?

Your eyes are very important, and also extremely delicate, so they require special care. You might wonder, though, is there a season during which the eyes need extra protection. As you may have guessed, summer can be hard on your eyes, and it’s crucial...
May 19th, 2016
What to do about Indoor Allergens

What to do about Indoor Allergens

It’s wintertime, and it seems like everyone has got the sniffles. While much of that gets blamed on the common cold, which runs rampant at this time of year due to immune systems depressed by the cold and too much togetherness, a good portion is...
Mar 23rd, 2016
The One Resolution You Should Ditch This Year

The One Resolution You Should Ditch This Year

Each year, across the nation, people make tons of New Year’s resolutions, most of which fall by the wayside by the time Valentine’s Day arrives. Maybe this is the year you quit smoking, or do more volunteer work, or learn to say no more often.
Mar 17th, 2016
Keeping Eyes Healthy in Winter

Keeping Eyes Healthy in Winter

Winter weather has an impact on many systems of the body. The colder weather can depress our immune systems, dry out our skin, and cause our joints to ache. But what does it do to our eyes? The winter months are a vulnerable time of year for your eyes...
Mar 9th, 2016
Healthiest Winter Vacation Spots and Travel Trends

Healthiest Winter Vacation Spots and Travel Trends

Are you looking to get away this winter? Whether you’re trying to escape the cold by heading to a more tropical destination, or you’re from a warmer climate and dashing off to see some snow, the winter is a great time to travel. One hot trend in travel...
Mar 4th, 2016
8 Great Winter Workouts to Try

8 Great Winter Workouts to Try

In winter, there are tons of great reasons to remain active and not give into the lure of a sedentary lifestyle. Exercising in winter has many benefits though, not least of which is its fat burning power, and capacity to raise your spirits. What’s more...
Jan 28th, 2016
Vegetables: To Cook, or Not to Cook?

Vegetables: To Cook, or Not to Cook?

When it comes to food, there’s one point on which just about everyone is in agreement: it’s a good idea to eat vegetables. Packed with nutrients, vegetables are good for many different ailments, as well as overall health and wellness. How we eat our...
Jan 13th, 2016
How much do you Know about Exercising in the Cold?

How much do you Know about Exercising in the Cold?

Some people love the feel of a brisk winter workout, while others use the cold as an excuse to stay indoors and remain snuggly warm. No matter which opinion you favor, it’s possible that you have some misconceptions about exercising in the cold.
Jan 6th, 2016
The One Resolution You Should Ditch This Year

The One Resolution You Should Ditch This Year

Each year, across the nation, people make tons of New Year’s resolutions, most of which fall by the wayside by the time Valentine’s Day arrives. Maybe this is the year you quit smoking, or do more volunteer work, or learn to say no more often.
Dec 30th, 2015
Common Winter Illnesses and How to Avoid Them

Common Winter Illnesses and How to Avoid Them

The winter brings with it brisk temperatures, plenty of time indoors, and an increased risk of illness. But is getting sick in winter inevitable? While winter illness is common, there are certainly steps you can take to be proactive in keeping it at bay.
Dec 16th, 2015
Is Paleo for You?

Is Paleo for You?

Certainly, by now everyone has heard of the Paleo diet. Unless you yourself have been living in a cave for the past few years, the chances are good that you know someone who follows this so-called “caveman diet”, and many people find it very rewarding.
Dec 2nd, 2015
Is Immunotherapy the Cure for Cancer?

Is Immunotherapy the Cure for Cancer?

The battle against cancer seems never-ending, and cancer treatment is often almost as bad as the disease itself. Harsh chemicals pumped into the bodies of cancer patients cause devastating side effects that lead some to decide to stop treatment entirely.
Nov 18th, 2015
Health Food or Hype?

Health Food or Hype?

If you’re trying to live a healthy lifestyle, you may be confused by all the claims made about health food. It seems like every week a new food is touted as a “superfood”, and a new concept about how we should eat is introduced. How can you distinguish...
Nov 11th, 2015
Boost your Immunity before Cold and Flu Season Hits

Boost your Immunity before Cold and Flu Season Hits

The summer is over, cooler weather is right around the corner- is your immune system ready for cold and flu season? The chill in the air means the season for illness is not far behind, but you can boost your immunity and protect yourself from sickness.
Nov 4th, 2015
Beating Insomnia Naturally

Beating Insomnia Naturally

It’s common wisdom that a good night’s sleep is important, but what if you have insomnia? Those who have trouble falling asleep, or fall asleep easily enough, but can’t seem to stay asleep, are missing out on a key component of a healthy lifestyle.
Oct 29th, 2015
Five Yoga Poses to do from your Chair

Five Yoga Poses to do from your Chair

Yoga continues to gain popularity, and with good reason. A practice that improves posture and flexibility, yoga has also been shown to lower blood pressure and relieve stress. But maybe you’ve decided yoga isn’t for you. It’s true, some people have...
Oct 22nd, 2015
Power up your Walk with Intervals

Power up your Walk with Intervals

Are you getting the most benefits you can from your walk? If you’ve gotten into a good walking routine, you may start becoming restless, and feeling like you’d like to push yourself a little further. The solution? Intervals! When you incorporate...
Oct 15th, 2015