A diagnosis of metastatic cancer can bring many physical and emotional challenges, and pain is one of the most common symptoms patients experience. While not
Your spine works hard every day. Whether you’re sitting at a desk, lifting groceries, driving across Kansas, or simply walking around your neighborhood, your spine
“My MRI looks normal, so why am I still in pain?” It’s one of the most common questions patients ask after experiencing persistent back pain,
Many people notice their pain feels worse during stressful periods. Back pain may flare up before an important event, headaches may become more frequent during
Pain is the body’s natural warning system. Normally, pain improves as an injury heals. However, for millions of people, pain continues long after the original
One of the most frustrating experiences for patients is hearing: “Your MRI looks normal.” —while still dealing with real, persistent pain. If this has happened
Waking up with lower back pain can be frustrating—especially when you went to bed feeling fine. If your mornings start with stiffness, soreness, or sharp
Pain that starts in the lower back or buttock and travels down the leg is often called sciatica. But not all leg pain is caused
Chronic pain affects millions of Americans — but long-term opioid use is no longer the first choice for treatment. National guidelines, including those from the
Chronic pain can affect every aspect of life — sleep, work, mood, and mobility. For years, opioid medications were commonly prescribed for long-term pain relief.
