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Monday, November, 23, 2009
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Backed-Up and Barfing

Well Doc, I am backed-up and barfing if you really want to know how I feel. The porcelain god is frowning on me from his throne in the sky. That medicine that you gave me has really got me plugged-up and hugging the toilet at the same time. Go figure! I would rather take the pain than have my innards all tied up in knots. No thank you! You can... Read moreChevron

Companies Promoting Pain Relief: FootSmart

Knowing what is available is sometimes half the battle when it comes to feeling better. The other half of the battle is avoiding the many gimmicks and scams that prey on people with chronic pain. Occasionally, you might run across something that really works for you, but doesn't work for your neighbor. Eventually, some items collect in... Read moreChevron

Surgery Options for Old, Creaky Joints

Getting old is not for the faint at heart. Those joints eventually wear out like an old door hinge that becomes creaky and loose. The hips and knees bear the brunt of this aging process. Nearly half of the population will experience the pain of degenerative joints. That translates into millions of people seeking traditional joint replacement... Read moreChevron

Cooking to Control Pain: Breakfast

Have you heard the news? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. This is no mythical wives' tale. This is cold, crunchy fact. But, maybe we should move beyond the breakfast cereal. Let us examine the benefits of breakfast and its role in controlling not only weight, but also pain.   The benefits of breakfast are bountiful. First, a... Read moreChevron

Press Your Luck with Tylenol

Remember that game show called "Press Your Luck" where contestants would battle the game of chance in order to win money. Land on a "Whammy" and all that money would be gone in an instant. Many chronic pain patients also battle the game of chance by taking way too much Tylenol each day. Only this "whammy" could cost a... Read moreChevron

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