Pain

Treating Pain and Improving Function

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 09/15/2014 - 9:55am

Chronic pain causes decreased function, interfering with a person’s entire life. People often feel secluded and like prisoners in their own home. Because movement often exacerbates pain, patients use rest as a coping method, which eventually aids in function erosion and even more pain.

At Southwest Spine and Pain Center, our team of board certified pain specialists are committed to not only connecting patients with effective treatment options, but also giving patients the tools they need to live healthy, happy, and proactive lives. With four locations in Utah, Southwest Spine and Pain Center is the best pain management facility in the entire southwest United States.

Don't Make These 4 Chronic Pain Treatment Mistakes

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 3:11pm

Chronic pain management isn’t as easy as 1, 2, 3. Sometimes, a diagnosis takes time and patience during which the patient may feel uneasy. Whether you’ve lived with chronic pain your entire life or you are just starting to feel like persistent aches and pains in your back, it is important to not miss a beat in fulfilling all your treatment requirements.

At Southwest Spine and Pain Center, we give our patients the information they need to successfully complete their treatment. With four convenient locations across Utah, Southwest Spine and Pain Center continues to be Utah’s best pain management facility. If you or someone you know suffers with chronic pain, review these common mistakes people make in treatment and be sure not to make them yourself!

Food Allergies Enhance Chronic Pain

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 09/10/2014 - 11:27pm

Allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itchy eyes, and headaches inevitably cause pain. Maybe this pain isn’t chronic because it can usually be cured with allergy medications and a little T.L.C., but it is painful nonetheless. At Southwest Spine and Pain Center, our pain specialists are equipped with the proper education and clinical experience to not only manage pain, but also give patients the tools to live happy and healthy lives past their pain treatment.

Southwest Spine & Pain Center Recognizes Pain Awareness Month

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 09/05/2014 - 3:21pm

September is the time of the year that the United States recognizes as Pain Awareness Month, dedicated to increasing social awareness and improving the resources for people living with chronic pain. Often times, people living with chronic pain experience depressive feelings, stress, and anxiety. Treating chronic pain involves addressing other symptoms including psychological ones.

At Southwest Spine and Pain Center, our board certified pain management specialists believe in a multidisciplinary approach to pain management, coordinating care with any other healthcare providers involved in a patient’s treatment. With locations in Richfield, St. George, Cedar City, and Logan, Southwest Spine and Pain Center is the leading pain management facility in Utah.

Pain Management For the Elderly

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 08/29/2014 - 3:56pm

The most important aspect of pain management for any person is safety. For elderly individuals, this is crucial to relieving pain and improving their quality of life. Pain management can only be effective if the patient is educated about their recovery plan and how they can participate in it, as well.

At Southwest Spine and Pain Center, we teach pain management and pain education to all of our patients; no matter their age. Elderly individuals deserve specific care and our medical staff takes special precautions when helping these patients. With four locations across Utah, in Richfield, Cedar City, St. George, and Logan, Southwest Spine and Pain Center is the best pain management facility in the entire state.

Being Overweight Affects Chronic Pain Treatment

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 08/27/2014 - 3:38pm

There are several studies that outline the affects of body mass index (BMI) and risk of chronic pain. Obesity and chronic pain are two of the most widespread problems in the United States, and together the two could be devastating. If you or someone you love is overweight, you may want to consider losing weight for the sake of your overall health and chronic pain potential.

3 Signs That Your Pain Could be Lyme Disease

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 08/21/2014 - 3:13pm

Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness, contracted by the bacterium of a tick bite. Deer ticks are the most notorious carrier of the illness, which feed off the blood of animals and spread it when feeding. People in wooded, grassy areas are at a higher risk of contracting the disease, and should consider these thee signs of Lyme disease.

At Southwest Spine and Pain Center, we do not treat Lyme disease, we provide treatment for the symptoms of Lyme disease. We offer comprehensive and multidisciplinary treatment programs, designed to meet all the needs of our patient’s health. With four locations across Utah, Southwest Spine and Pain Center is the best chronic pain treatment center in the southwest United States.

The Benefit of the Pain Scale

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 08/20/2014 - 3:56pm

You’ve probably seen it before: the Pain Scale, a decorated scale with smiley faces in stages from discomfort to happiness, denoting the phase at which a person can describe his or her pain. This seemingly lacking tool is actually very important to patients taking charge of their chronic pain.

Lower Back Stretches To Relieve Pain

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 08/08/2014 - 2:32pm

According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, 4 out of 5 people will endure back pain in their lives. Back pain becomes chronic when symptoms persist for longer than three months and can usually be relieved through stretching and exercise. If you experience back pain daily, please review the following information as we uncover what to do and not do when doing lower back pain exercises.