Pain Management Resources

How Does Heat Relieve Pain?

We hear a lot about icing and cold therapy (or cryotherapy) to treat the pain, swelling and disability of injuries and chronic joint issues, like arthritis. But did you know that heat therapy is often actually a better choice? That’s because heat helps to clear out inflammatory chemicals and increase healing blood flow, while also […]

Arthritis Pain Relief with Heat Therapy: A Natural Way to Relieve Stiffness and Improve Mobility

According to the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, arthritis affects more than 58 million adults in the United States alone, causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced range of motion that can severely limit daily activities. Medications and physical therapy are often crucial for osteoarthritis pain relief, but, increasingly, many people are finding that […]

Are You Using Heat Therapy for Your Knee Pain? You Probably Should Be

Given that the knees are one of the largest and most complex joints in the body, and that almost any movement that uses your legs relies on your knees, knee pain is a life-altering issue for too many people. Fortunately, there are ways to help knees feel and function better. Whether you’d like to improve […]

When to use ice vs heat

“You should ice that.” If you’re an athlete, outdoor worker, in the military, generally active, or getting older and experiencing more aches and pains, you probably hear that phrase a lot. But often, cold therapy is not the answer, and applying heat would be more beneficial – especially for everyday aches and pains. From muscle […]

7 treatments for lower back pain

About 80 percent of adults in the US experience lower-back pain at some point. It could be from lifting something heavy, playing with kids, or other surprising reasons, but the end result is a painful back. For the most part, lower back pain doesn’t last too long and gets better over time. There are still […]

How to help sore muscles after workout

We’ve all been there. You’re eager to get back in the gym, but one thing is stopping you. You’re still sore from your last workout. Having a post-workout routine can really help reduce muscle pain. Get back on your feet easier and faster with these tips. Here are some tips to help you recover after […]

How to prepare for a marathon

Emergencies might come up now and then on race day, but that doesn’t mean your hard training should go to waste. Bringing the right things can help you relieve stress and stay focused on finishing strong. Some things like bandages and hair ties are obvious, but some things you may not think of could be […]

How to relieve menstrual cramps

Is your period pain especially bad? Here’s why it might be and what you can do to treat it. It’s common for women to experience some cramping with their period. It starts a day or two before their period starts and can continue for a few days after it ends. The pain comes from increased […]

Knee pain exercise

You’re anxious to go to your regular workout, but you’ve got knee pain. Do you power through the knee pain or skip your workout? We’ve got some advice. Of course, the answer can change depending on what type of knee pain you have and how bad it is. Did you feel your knee give way? […]