Tag: Pain Management
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A Plan for the Year Ahead: Living with Sickle Cell, One Month at a Time
Turning the Year into a Manageable Plan The year ahead can feel like a long gallery of possibilities, each month offering new choices. For people living with sickle cell disease (SCD), planning isn’t just about goals—it’s about pacing, self-advocacy, and prioritized care. The approach is simple but powerful: treat the year as a sequence of…
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Virtual Reality Therapy Eases Chronic Pain: A Modern Approach
Introduction: A New Tool in Chronic Pain Management Chronic pain can linger long after initial illness or treatment, affecting quality of life and daily function. In recent years, virtual reality (VR) therapy has emerged as a promising non-pharmacological option for patients with various chronic pain conditions. By immersing patients in carefully designed digital environments, VR…
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How Virtual Reality Is Easing Chronic Pain in Patients Post-Chemotherapy and Beyond
Introduction: A new ally in chronic pain management Chronic pain affects millions and often resists traditional treatments. In recent years, virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising tool to help patients manage persistent pain. By immersing users in engaging, distraction-rich environments, VR can alter pain perception, reduce anxiety, and support rehabilitation. This article explores…
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Virtual Reality: A Promising Ally in Chronic Pain Management
Virtual reality emerges as a novel approach for chronic pain Chronic pain is a complex, multifaceted condition that affects millions of people worldwide. From chemotherapy-induced neuropathy and diabetic nerve pain to post-shingles discomfort and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), patients often face persistent distress that resists traditional treatments. A growing area of interest among clinicians…
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New Orleans Doctor Reimagines Addiction Care: From Opioids to Holistic Healing
In the Heart of New Orleans, a Different Approach to Addiction Dr. Elyse Stevens has spent years stepping into some of the most stubborn medical deserts in the country: patients struggling with opioid dependence, chronic pain, and social barriers that complicate recovery. Based in New Orleans, Stevens has become a notable voice in a field…
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Opioid Addiction Treatment: Dr. Stevens in New Orleans
Facing the complexities of addiction and pain In New Orleans, a city known for its vibrant culture and medical challenges, doctors like Dr. Elyse Stevens have built reputations for tackling some of the most complex cases. Her patient roster has included chronic pain sufferers on high-dose opioid regimens, sex workers navigating health systems, and people…
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New Orleans Doctor Reframes Addiction Care: Compassion, science, and safer paths to recovery
Reframing Addiction Care in a Challenging Landscape In New Orleans, a city grappling with a long-standing opioid crisis and deep health disparities, a physician is reshaping how addiction is treated. Rather than viewing patients solely through the lens of risk or blame, this approach centers on medical science, patient dignity, and access to comprehensive care.…
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NHS issues alert for everyone prescribed amitriptyline for pain relief or migraine
What the NHS alert means for people taking amitriptyline The NHS has issued important guidance for anyone prescribed amitriptyline to help manage migraines or chronic pain. While the medication can provide relief for many, it carries potential risks and needs careful monitoring, especially when starting treatment or adjusting doses. If you’ve been told to take…
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Amitriptyline for pain and migraine: NHS safety alert
What the NHS alert means for you The NHS has issued an important safety update for anyone using amitriptyline to manage migraines or chronic pain. While the medication can be effective for reducing pain and improving quality of life, it also carries risks that require careful monitoring. This article explains what has changed, what to…
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Find Your Flow: The Power of Sauna and Cold-Water Therapy
Unlocking a dual practice: sauna and cold-water therapy Many athletes, desk workers, and wellness enthusiasts have turned to a simple, time-tested pairing: heat followed by cold. The sauna warms the body, loosening muscles and promoting blood flow, while cold-water immersion or a brisk plunge cools the system, helping to reduce inflammation and reset the nervous…