QuickTips Index

Neck Sprain Symptoms
Neck sprains have several defining symptoms, none the least of which is neck pain, of course. Find out what the symptoms of neck sprain are. Neck sprain is a different injury then neck or back strain.

Massage Therapy for Stiff Muscles
If you have stiff muscles, consider massage therapy. Massage therapy can help ease stiff muscles.

Choosing Effective Back Pain Medications
Pain medications - aka pain meds - come in a variety of classes. Which pain medication is best for your back pain?

Assertiveness for Speaking with Physicians and Pain Management Specialists
Chronic back pain and spine specialists aka back doctors often don't mix. If you have problems talking to your doctor, perhaps it's time for some assertiveness training. Assertiveness training can help you stand up to your doctor and get what you need for your back treatment and the diagnosis of your back pain. Try being assertive with your doctor at your next pain management appointment!

Worker's Comp Rules
Rules for Worker's Compensation are determined at the state level.

Abdominal Breathing for Pain Management
Abdominal breathing, or breathing into the belly can be quite effective for pain management.

Pilates and Back Pain
Pilates is a system of exercises that develops core strength by working abdominal muscles. Pilates and derivatives of Pilates such as pre-Pilates, trunk strengthening and other abdominal workouts are often useful in reducing back pain.

Sex and Disability
Sex and Disability is a comprehensive handbook for those with disabilities of any kind.

Pain Management and Music
Music may well be a key ingredient in pain management for post operative back surgery patients.

Study Shows Erthropoietin More Effective than Methylprednisolone in SCI Cases
Study Shows Erthropoietin More Effective than Methylprednisolone in spinal cord injury (SCI).

Prevent Back Reinjury while Cleaning House
A tip from a chiropractor on preventing back reinjury or exacerbation of symptoms when you have to clean the house.

Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Accupuncture are used very effectively for back and neck injuries and chronic pain. Find out what is behind this ancient system of medicine.

Botox for Headache Pain
Botox for headache pain and migranes is currently being studied.

NSAIDS and Ankylosing Spondylitis
A new study suggests that spinal arthritis in the form of ankylosing spondylitis may be slowed by regular use of NSAIDs.

Implanted Neurological Stimulators Don't Mix with MRIs
The FDA has issued a warning to pain management professionals that patients with implanted neurological stimulators who have MRI are at risk for serious injury.

Feldenkrais for Injury and Pain
Feldenkrais has a good reputation for pain relief. Feldenkrais Awareness through Movement (ATM), and Functional Integration experiences are lessons on how to move efficiently.

Scoliosis Curves
The severity of scoliosis curves determines when to stop screening and how this condition progresses during adulthood.

Doctor's Appointment by E-mail
Some doctors are "seeing" their patients by e-mail. E-mail appointments are valuable for questions and prescription changes.