Question: I have osteoarthritis and find that I am getting stiff. My exercise plan includes Zumba classes, which are less… Read More
Pain Q&A
Answers to readers’ frequently asked pain questions about medicine, alternative treatments, exercise, and much more.
Getting Started with Acupuncture
Question: My pain specialist wants me to add acupuncture to my treatment regimen. I’ve made an appointment to see a… Read More
How Myofascial Release Treats Jaw Pain
Question: I am planning for extensive dental work that will include implants and help with TMJ. The dentist has suggested… Read More
Searching for a Job When You Live with Pain
Question: I am currently searching for a job. Several years ago, I was diagnosed with the autoimmune illness lupus. It… Read More
Finding the Words to Describe Pain
Question: I fell several years ago and ruptured a disk in my lower back. I’ve been through a series of… Read More
EEG Neurofeedback for Anxiety and Pain
Question: I read in the March 2016 issue of Pain-Free Living about biofeedback. I have developed an anxiety disorder associated… Read More
Tips for Finding the Right Mattress for You
Question: I have rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and other conditions that cause lower back pain. Recently, I started noticing that my… Read More
Low Impact Exercise for Your Joints
Question: I did strength training for nearly 40 years, but unfortunately a lifetime of joint, tendon and spinal damage now… Read More
How to Get Started with Yoga
Question: As I age (I’m 68), I feel more general aches and pains. I’ve been active all of my life… Read More
Treating Chronic Neck, Shoulder, and Back Pain
Question: I’m confused and need a definitive answer. I live with chronic neck, shoulder, and back pain that started five… Read More