It's Pain Awareness Month: Benefits of an Individualized, Multidisciplinary Treatment ApproachSep 05, 2023Your struggle to find relief from ongoing pain has become a constant and frustrating one, and you want answers. Your answers may differ from someone else's, so a tailored program is important. Continue reading
3 Benefits of Neurostimulation for Chronic PainAug 07, 2023Unfortunately, pain management often comes down to balancing risks versus relief, but neurostimulation balances these out in many ways. Here’s a look at a few benefits of this approach to pain management.Continue reading
How Does Ketamine Therapy Help Fibromyalgia?Jul 13, 2023When the description of fibromyalgia is “abnormal pain perception processing,” you understand how painful this condition can be. If you feel you’ve exhausted your efforts to find relief, you might want to look at ketamine therapy.Continue reading
Will Phantom Limb Pain Go Away on Its Own?Jun 05, 2023Accepting an amputation can be difficult, but you’re on your way. What isn’t helping is that you’re feeling pain in an area of your body that’s now gone. It’s called phantom limb pain, and here’s what we want you to know. Continue reading
4 EffectiveTreatments for Chronic Tension HeadachesMay 08, 2023More days than not, you feel like your head is caught in a vice, leaving you with a dull ache around your head called a tension headache. Fortunately, we have solutions that relieve the discomfort and prevent further head pain.Continue reading
When to Consider a Nerve Block for Your Chronic PainApr 12, 2023Finding a safe, effective, and long-lasting solution for chronic pain is the goal of millions of Americans who struggle with daily discomfort. If you find yourself in this position, explore whether nerve blocks can help. Continue reading
5 Signs You're Dealing with a Herniated DiscMar 14, 2023Millions of Americans struggle with herniated discs in the lower back or neck each year. If you suspect you’ve joined these unfortunate ranks, here are some telltale signs of a herniated disc. Continue reading
What Role Does Aging Play in Arthritis?Feb 15, 2023Nearly half of the adults over the age of 65 in the United States have some form of arthritis, which might suggest that these conditions are related to aging. The answer is a little more complicated.Continue reading
Is Your Stiff, Sore Neck a Product of Myofascial Pain Syndrome? Jan 10, 2023We often underestimate the effect a painful and stiff neck can have on our lives, making everything from sleep to driving a car uncomfortable. One possible culprit behind your neck pain could be myofascial pain syndrome.Continue reading
Botox® Therapy for Chronic Migraines: How It Works and What to ExpectDec 09, 2022You spend half of each month, or more, struggling with painful migraines, and you just want to live without head pain again. One solution comes in the form of Botox®, which can prevent migraines.Continue reading
Honoring Our VeteransNov 11, 2022On Veterans Day, we are saluting all veterans of all branches, including those on the Commonwealth Pain & Spine team.Continue reading
Therapeutic Injections for Degenerative Disc Disease: Which Option is Best for Me?Nov 08, 2022Degenerative disc disease isn’t really a disease, but a condition in which your discs wear down over time, which happens to most of us as we age. If the degeneration is causing pain, here are your frontline treatment options.Continue reading
10 Conditions That Can Benefit from Physical Therapy Oct 11, 2022October is National Physical Therapy Month, so we want to focus on this incredibly effective, all-natural approach to managing pain, restoring movement, and helping you to function optimally.Continue reading
Chronic Pain — A New Awareness of an Old ProblemSep 06, 2022September is National Pain Awareness Month in the United States, so we’re focusing on some relatively new thinking surrounding this age-old problem and the many ways we can help. Continue reading
The Many Benefits of CBD for Pain ReliefAug 05, 2022With National CBD Day on August 8 each year, we thought we’d devote this month’s blog post to the benefits of using CBD for pain management, and there are quite a few. Read on to learn more.Continue reading
Why Intracept® Might Be the Right Treatment for Your Lower Back PainAug 03, 2022Lower back pain is a common and costly problem. Commonwealth Pain & Spine is proud to offer Intracept®, a new, effective treatment option that is proven to significantly reduce vertebrogenic pain.Continue reading
How Dry Needling Can Help with Myofascial PainJul 01, 2022About 85% of people experience myofascial pain at some point in their lives, but some develop myofascial pain syndrome. Whether acute or chronic, explore how dry needling can bring relief for this type of pain. Continue reading
How Losing Weight Can Help Relieve Lower Back PainJun 09, 2022You’re overweight or have obesity and you also suffer from frequent, and often debilitating, lower back pain. The two conditions may be related, which makes weight loss a great first step toward finding relief. Continue reading
The Link Between Hormone Changes and Frequent HeadachesMay 01, 2022Women’s reproductive hormones fluctuate a great deal, which can cause a wide range of side effects from mood swings to debilitating headaches. Here’s how hormone-related head pain develops and how we can help. Continue reading
5 Actions to Take to Alleviate Your PainApr 01, 2022Every day, you face chronic pain and you want to do what you can to lessen the discomfort. While we can certainly do our part here, there are some steps you can take on your own that are proven to relieve pain.Continue reading
Why Are Prescription Painkillers So Frequently Misused?Mar 03, 2022It starts off innocently enough — you take a painkiller a little bit before you’re supposed to, thinking it’s no big deal. This quickly becomes a slippery slope toward addiction if you’re not careful, and we explain why.Continue reading
3 Factors That Can Lead to OsteoarthritisFeb 01, 2022There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, but osteoarthritis is, by far, the most common. There are many factors that can lead to osteoarthritis and we review three of the more common here. Continue reading
Is There Help for My Frequent Migraines?Jan 06, 2022It feels as if your life is at the mercy of migraine attacks that occur with alarming frequency each month, and you want your life back. The good news is that there’s a treatment that may reduce the frequency and severity of your migraines. Continue reading
Alleviate Your Pain with a Nerve BlockDec 08, 2021You have a specific nerve, or group of nerves, that are hyper irritated, sending them into overdrive, which causes you a great deal of pain. Through targeted nerve blocks, we can quiet these nerves and your pain. Continue reading
Types of Intra-Articular Injections That Can Help Combat ArthritisNov 05, 2021The prevalence of joint pain in the United States is nothing short of staggering — more than 92 million adults have arthritis or arthritis-like symptoms. Thankfully, we can fight back against the pain with intra-articular injections. Continue reading
Understanding How TENS Therapy Can Relieve Your Phantom Limb PainOct 07, 2021Pain can be frustrating under the best of circumstances, but when your pain is related to an area of your body that’s no longer there, the problem becomes even more difficult. Explore how TENS may hold the key to relieving phantom limb pain.Continue reading
4 Signs of Myofascial Pain SyndromeSep 15, 2021Most of us experience muscle pain from time to time, including myofascial pain, which has a lifetime prevalence of 85%. If this pain doesn't go away, it becomes a syndrome and can benefit from expert care. Continue reading
How Hormone Changes Can Trigger Headaches in WomenAug 10, 2021Unlike men, women’s hormones fluctuate considerably throughout their lives, and these highs and lows can create, among other problems, headaches and migraines. Here’s a closer look at hormonal head pain. Continue reading
Opioid AwarenessJul 07, 2021In the 1990s, medical providers liberally prescribed opioids, believing them to be an effective and safe route to manage pain. We now understand that there are some serious risks with opioids, and we discuss them here. Continue reading
Considering a Nerve Block? Here's What You Should KnowJun 21, 2021Your world has become much smaller thanks to ever-represent pain that oral medications can’t manage. The next step is to target — and quiet — the nerve responsible for your pain, which is what we accomplish through a nerve block.Continue reading
Track Your Health with NeuroFlow®Apr 01, 2021Imagine a world where you take charge of your mental and physical health, a world where your life isn’t overshadowed by pain. That world is within your reach thanks to a ground-breaking app called NeuroFlow®. Continue reading
Occupational Medicine helps you get your life back.Mar 03, 2021You’ve been injured on the job and you’re suddenly thrust into a life of inactivity, both at work and at home. Through occupational medicine, we can help you get your life back.Continue reading
Consider These Benefits of Hemp OilFeb 02, 2021For thousands of years, people have turned to hemp oil to address a wide range of mental and physical health problems. From addressing arthritis to anxiety, here’s a look at a few of the many benefits of hemp oil.Continue reading
How To Get Relief for Your SciaticaJan 01, 2021There’s nothing quite like the pain that comes with sciatica, which can make even a shower a miserable affair. If you’re struggling with sciatica pain, here are a few tips and treatments that can help bring you relief.Continue reading
Treating Your Chronic Pain with Physical TherapyDec 01, 2020If someone mentions physical therapy to you, do you automatically think about sweating it out at a gym? Think again. Physical therapy goes far beyond a few exercises to help people overcome painful conditions of all kinds.Continue reading
Why Regenerative Medicine Might Be Right for YouNov 01, 2020If you’re among the 50 million Americans who struggle with chronic pain, relief is your top priority. Through regenerative medicine, we not only bring relief, we help your body rebuild the damaged tissue for long-term success.Continue reading
When You Should Consider Epidural Steroid InjectionsOct 01, 2020Back pain, especially in your lower back, has a way of hijacking every aspect of your life, making finding relief a priority. Here, we explore how an epidural steroid injection may be just the solution you’re looking for.Continue reading
Sleep and Posture Tips for Reducing Chronic PainSep 02, 2020If you struggle with chronic pain, especially in your back or neck, your posture can influence the issue in both directions: Bad posture can exacerbate the issue, while good posture may help alleviate some of your discomfort.Continue reading
How to Manage Phantom Limb PainAug 14, 2020The human nervous system is incredibly complex and there’s much we still don’t understand, which is certainly true of phantom limb pain. Thankfully, we do have effective solutions for managing the pain and discomfort.Continue reading
Is Arthritis Curable?Jul 17, 2020Spoiler alert: Most forms of arthritis aren’t curable, yet, but we’re making great inroads in managing joint diseases of all kinds. Read on to explore how we can help you lead a happy and active life when you have arthritis.Continue reading
What to do About Recurrent MigrainesJun 15, 2020If you’re among the millions of Americans who struggle with debilitating and chronic migraines, there’s hope in the form of BOTOX® injections, which can reduce their frequency. Here’s a closer look at why you may want to consider BOTOX.Continue reading
Commonwealth Pain and Spine Partners with NeuroFlow to Support Behavioral Health of PatientsJun 04, 2020Commonwealth Pain and Spine Partners with NeuroFlow to Support Behavioral Health of Patients During COVID-19 and Beyond. Technology allows clinicians to monitor patient-generated insights, and bridge the gap between mental and physical health. Continue reading
When is Medication the Best Treatment for Chronic Pelvic Pain?May 22, 2020Approximately 15% of women in their childbearing years experience chronic pelvic pain, making the problem fairly widespread. If you’re struggling with ongoing pelvic pain, here’s a look at when medications may provide the best solution.Continue reading
Why Radiofrequency Ablation May be the Best Solution for Your Chronic Back PainApr 17, 2020If you’re among the millions of Americans who struggle with chronic back pain, radiofrequency ablation may provide the relief you’ve been longing for. Explore how this innovative treatment goes straight to the source of your pain — your nerves. Continue reading
Learn About Our Kyphoplasty Back Pain TreatmentMar 01, 2020If you’re in pain because of a damaged vertebra, a kyphoplasty may offer the perfect solution. This innovative procedure not only alleviates the pain, it can also restore your spine to its normal height. Continue reading
How a Genicular Nerve Block Can Alleviate Knee PainFeb 19, 2020Do you wake to knees that ache, or do you struggle with knee pain after activity? If you want to put a spring back in your step, you may want to consider a genicular nerve block, which can provide you with immediate relief.Continue reading
Chronic Pelvic Pain: 5 Injections That Can Offer ReliefJan 21, 2020Is chronic pelvic pain interfering with your life? If noninvasive therapies haven’t provided relief and you don’t want to undergo surgery, learn how these in-office injections can help you find relief with other treatments have failed.Continue reading
How Your Weight Affects Your Sciatica PainDec 06, 2019That telltale shooting pain can strike at any time — wrapping gifts, decorating a tree, or sitting in traffic. Is your sciatica acting up? It could be due to the extra winter weight you’re carrying. Find out how pounds and pain are connected. Continue reading
Spotting the Warning Signs of a Herniated DiscNov 01, 2019When you have back pain, it’s easy to assume a pulled muscle is to blame. But your discomfort could due to a herniated disc. Don’t ignore the signs of this common cause of back pain; we can help you find relief fast. Continue reading
How Does Diabetes Cause Neuropathy? Oct 01, 2019People with diabetes may be at risk for severe and often painful nerve damage. Read on to learn more about how symptoms of diabetes are linked to neuropathy and how you and your physician can treat this condition. Continue reading
When is a Nerve Block the Best Solution?Sep 01, 2019If you suffer from chronic pain, a nerve block may be able to help. Nerve blocks are effective and have few side effects. Read on to learn how they work and how they may be able to help you.Continue reading
What’s Involved In a Psychological Assessment For Pain?Aug 01, 2019The role that your psychological health plays in your physical health can be significant, which is especially true when it comes to dealing with chronic pain. Here’s how a psychological assessment can shed light on this influence. Continue reading
Regenerative Medicine: A Breakthrough in Treating Arthritis PainJul 19, 2019When arthritis pain leads you to become increasingly dependent on pain medications, it’s time to consider an alternative treatment. Regenerative medicine is a breakthrough in treating arthritis pain. Find out how. Continue reading
How New and Improved Spinal Cord Stimulators Offer Drug-Free Relief From Chronic Back PainJun 17, 2019Due to new techniques and technologies, spinal cord stimulators are helping more and more men and women manage their chronic pain and lessen their dependence on drugs. Read on to see if a spinal cord stimulator can help you. Continue reading
What Spinal Stenosis Is & How Spinal Cord Stimulation Can HelpNov 06, 2018Spinal stenosis puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerves within the spine. It commonly occurs in the neck and lower back. The condition is often caused by age-related wear and tear.Continue reading
Yoga for Lower Back PainJul 04, 2018Yoga’s extremely beneficial for those who want to be healthier or in better shape overall, both physically and mentally. It’s also a great way to help reduce lower back pain and other types of chronic pain.Continue reading
The Latest CDC Guidelines for Prescribing OpioidsApr 04, 2018The Center for Disease Control or CDC published its latest Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain in March of 2016. They help medical professionals prescribe opioids to patients 18 and older. The guidelines are recommendations, not law.Continue reading
Reasons to Monitor Your Resting Heart RateJan 04, 2018Keeping tabs on your resting heart rate is crucial when it comes to taking certain types of medications, being on certain types of treatments, and with varying health conditions such as MS or heart conditions. Continue reading
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Few Facts About a Common Pain DisorderNov 02, 2017Although back pain may not receive as much attention as more life-threatening diseases such as diabetes and heart disease, it is still nothing to scoff at. Back pain conditions and disorders are the primary cause of disabilities for Americans under 45.Continue reading
Chronic Back Pain: More Than Just an AnnoyanceOct 02, 2017Though it is not always discussed as frequently in the United States, chronic pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease, and cancer put together. Continue reading
Hope for Chronic Back PainSep 01, 2017There is hope for patients with chronic neck and back pain; thanks to an innovative procedure.Continue reading
Gain Without Pain: Effective Pain Management OptionsAug 01, 2017Chronic body pain can be a major obstacle for anyone to overcome. Conditions such as chronic back pain or neck pain are often burdensome and, at times, debilitating.Continue reading