Step up with dancing for fitness and dance your way to better health! Who said exercise had to be boring? Dancing isn’t just a fun social activity; it’s packed with unique benefits you won’t find on a treadmill. And guess what? You can still dance just about anywhere and even dance with yourself in your…
Chronic pain can be particularly stressful during the holidays. It’s a time of joy and celebration for many. Still, for those who suffer from chronic pain, it can also be a time of increased anxiety and discomfort. The hustle and bustle of the holidays can take a toll on anyone. However, for those with chronic…
The holiday season is fast approaching, and it’s important to remember that accidents tend to happen more frequently during this time of year. Did you know that falls and injuries account for more than 30% of emergency room visits? That number rises during the holiday season. Almost half of decorating accidents are falls that lead…
Arthritis pain is a prevalent condition that manifests as we age. Shockingly, around half of the population over 65 will develop some form of arthritis. At Bradenton Pain & Wellness Center, we encounter this condition regularly. According to the esteemed Center for Disease Control (CDC), one in four individuals will experience hip arthritis in their…
Aging is a beautiful process, but it can also bring challenges. As we age, caring for our health is essential to lead a happy and fulfilling life. Baby Boomers have become seniors, and many want to remain active and healthy. Here are some tips on how you can stay healthy as you age. Tip #1:…
Studies show that sufferers of fibromyalgia, chronic migraine headaches, and arthritis may find pain relief through meditation. Chronic pain affects millions of adults in the United States, causing many sufferers to turn to medications, physical therapy, and other treatments to alleviate their symptoms. Meditation, a form of relaxation, could be a practical approach to managing…
Pain is an uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating sensation that can significantly impact our lives. It comes in many forms, requiring different treatments and pain management techniques. While there are many categories of pain, here are five primary types that can affect your life. ACUTE PAIN …is the most common form in the categories of pain…
Peripheral Neuropathy can alter your life dramatically. The good news is that there are solutions to manage this condition. The disease affects the peripheral nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. This may lead to common sensations of tingling, burning, or pain in the hands or feet. The condition may also cause numbness in the…
Think osteoporosis only affects older women? You would be wrong. While the disease does affect women primarily, men are also susceptible. Let’s first understand osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is Latin for “porous bone.” In healthy bones, there are small sponge-like spaces; osteoporosis causes the size of these spaces to increase, making the bones weak, delicate, and brittle.…
Back pain has been reported worldwide in approximately 24% of the population. In the U.S. alone, 8 out of 10 adults have experienced this at least once. Alarmingly, 80 million of our workforce claim to have experienced it. Other than fall injuries, the most affected of our population are women over the age of 30…