Your weight affects your recovery If you are carrying around an extra 20 pounds or more it only makes sense that a sensible weight loss program will help. But remember there are overweight people without spine pain. Right now it is more important that you focus on your exercise program and your medicines.
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Important update update for our Medical Marijuana patients 2020. Please note that we have restarted doing evaluations for Georgia Medical Marijuana Card. We recommend that you come to the clinic between the hours of 1 PM and 3 PM, Monday to Friday with your ID and medical records which show that you qualify for the Georgia medical marijuana card. Your medical records must have the diagnosis which will qualify you for the card in the state of Georgia. Please do not call the clinic. We will review your medical records […]
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Why my meds are not working? All medicines require up to 2 weeks to develop a consistent level in your bloodstream. No changes will be made unless you are having uncomfortable side effects. Not everyone responds to the same medicines and it may take a month or more to find the right the ones that help you. Take all your physician prescribed medicines. Remember to keep doing your exercises during this period.
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When will I get better ? No one can answer this with absolute certainty. It takes 8-12 weeks to strengthen your muscles/ligaments and several weeks to regulate your medicines. Stress, anger, hostility and frustration will increase your healing time. You will need to become disciplined with your exercises, medicines, and stress management techniques.
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I have had my pain for months, been treated by my family doctor and I am still in pain. What now? This is very difficult. First, make sure your diagnosis is well established. Then develop a good pain management program to match your particular diagnosis. Such a plan might include any or all of the following: Stretching and strengthening your muscles and ligaments including Physical Therapy (PT) Low impact aerobics such as walking, swimming, stair-climbing machine or stationary bicycle Carefully monitored use of narcotic, non-narcotic and anti-inflammatory medicines Vitamins Spine support such […]
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (sometimes also called Carpal Tunnel or CTS) is a syndrome that occurs when repeated activity causes inflammation within the wrist. The narrowed tunnel of bones and ligaments in the wrist pinches the nerves that reach the fingers and base of the thumb. Initial symptoms usually appear at night. What are the symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?Pain in the wrist area especially in the area of the thumb, index and middle fingersBurning, tingling or numbness in the fingersDifficulty gripping with the hands and fingersDropping things as a result […]
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I have had the surgery and I am still not better?Work with your doctor to develop a good pain management program. An excellent example of why you still hurt after the offending disc has been removed may be related to the “couch on the carpet” tale. When you move your couch off of your carpet there remains a little dent in the carpet. You wonder how long it will take until the carpet returns to normal. There are several factors involved such as how heavy was the couch (or the […]
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Insomnia and ADHD impact the lives of many people and can lead to seriously complicated health issues. Luckily ADHD and insomnia aren’t immediately life-threatening diseases like other medical conditions, but they can cause major distress and should be handled properly. Keep in mind, if you are experiencing insomnia and ADHD, or just one of the two, you should seek professional medical attention. Here are a few ways to combat these medical conditions. InsomniaMillions of people struggle with sleep disorders and it can lead to extremely stressful and unhealthy lifestyles. The majority […]
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As men age, their bodies stop producing as much of the hormone testosterone. When testosterone levels drop, men can experience a wide range of symptoms. Here are just a few of the ones that family practice physicians say are most common. Low Sex Drive.One of the main reasons men seek out low testosterone treatments is to help them regain their sex drive. Low levels of testosterone not only lead to a disinterest in intercourse, but can also make it difficult for men to achieve an erection. While testosterone does not stimulate […]
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Addiction is a major public health problem in America. Too many people neglect seeking treatment for their addiction for a number of reasons, many of which lead to even worse problems that quickly become unmanageable. By seeking treatment sooner rather than later, you can avoid the negative compounding effects of an addiction to drugs or alcohol. If you have been thinking about pursuing treatment for your addiction but have justified putting it off, here are three reasons to reconsider your decision. Most addictions tend to get worse over time. If […]
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