Resources– Tagged "pain management"

Science-Backed Red Light Therapy Benefits and Uses

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · June 24, 2021

While it may sound too good to be true, red light therapy has proven itself to be a universal treatment for many health conditions. The history of red light therapy research goes as far back as 1967 when the first device was developed, and into the 1990s, NASA started studying red light therapy for pain relief. This article will go through the many benefits and uses of red light therapy to better understand how it can help. Studies back each use and benefit to show results.

0 comments

Home Remedies for Arthritis Treatment in Hands and Fingers

Posted by Guest Writer · June 21, 2021

Arthritis, while it is ubiquitous, is not very well understood. Simply put, it is the inflammation of one or more joints resulting in pain or stiffness that can worsen with age.

Being the leading cause of disability in America, arthritis is not just an older person's disease. It's an informal way of referring to joint pain that affects people of all ages. Pain, swelling, and tenderness of the joints in your hands, mainly due to arthritis, can be pretty debilitating and affect your everyday life. Living with arthritis in your fingers can bring you many different types of pain.

Check out these simple home remedies to provide relief in arthritis in hands and fingers.

0 comments

How to Treat a Swollen Knee

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · June 18, 2021

A damaged knee can severely restrict your regular activities. If you're an athlete, it can keep you out for a significant amount of the season. However, life occurs, and injuries do happen, no matter how careful you are. In this guide, we'll go over the knee's anatomy, swollen knee causes, and knee swelling treatment.gueat

0 comments

Tag:
pain management

The Benefits of Massage (Plus 5 Massage Aids)

Posted by Guest Writer · June 18, 2021

The science doesn’t lie — not only does massage feel good, but it is truly good for your health! Ongoing research has consistently proven that massage therapy has the power to deliver long-term health benefits. Not only can massage have positive effects on physical health, but it can even improve mental and emotional health as well.

In this article, we’re covering everything from the scientifically backed benefits of massage therapy, different kinds of massages, to five massage aids that can be used at home. Take charge of your health and well-being and read on.

0 comments

Tag:
pain management

How to Alternate Hot and Cold Therapy

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · June 14, 2021

If you are combatting an injury and looking for treatment options, temperature therapy is likely on your radar. However, many newbies to these therapy options are unsure of what to do. Excessive heat or cold can slow the healing process!

There is a low-cost, low-risk treatment for pain relief that you can do at home. Contrast therapy centers around the idea of using both heat and cold on an injury to treat pain – in an alternation. Please reference this guide on how to alternate hot and cold therapy for an injury to ensure your success.

0 comments

Dehydration and Joint Pain: How Hydration Impacts Joint Health

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · June 09, 2021

Joints are essential to our body. They’re where two or more bones meet and make movement possible and the skeleton flexible. With over 360 joints in the human body, one cannot underestimate their importance. One key area of having good health is to drink plenty of water. Staying hydrated is vital to our overall health as well as our joint health. Yet, 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. In this article, we’ll go in-depth into the importance of hydration, what happens when your joints don’t have enough water, and tips for staying hydrated.

0 comments