Pain Management
The best methods of management for conditions with chronic pain, such as fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, back pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, TMJ disorder, and foot pain.
People With Chronic Pain Talk About Opioids
News coverage of the opioid crisis rarely includes the voices of Americans who rely on these prescriptions for chronic pain. Here's what they have to say.
Do You Have Opioid-Use Disorder?
Learning Self-Defense With Chronic Pain
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Let’s Talk About CBD & Pain
More and more people are using this buzzy herbal remedy to treat all kinds of pain. But how effective is it?
Let’s Talk About CBD
We’ve got the 411 on whether CBD is really as magical as people make it out to be—and if it’s actually even legal.
9 Ways to Treat Psoriatic Arthritis
Cosentyx, Taltz, Otezla, oh my! Here's how to navigate finding the best treatment option for you.
Psoriatic Arthritis: Need a Treatment Change?
There are too many treatment options to settle for one that’s not working. Watch for these red flags that suggest it’s time to talk to your doctor about switching things up.
How Doctors Diagnose Rheumatoid Arthritis
Do you suspect you might have rheumatoid arthritis? These are the signs that your physician will look for to diagnose or rule out the condition.
8 Energy-Boosting Supplements for Fibromyalgia Fatigue
Fibromyalgia fatigue is a pervasive, all-encompassing exhaustion that can interfere with the most basic daily activities. These supplements can help.
Red Flags to Look Out for After Back Surgery
Dear Dr Lasich - I’m six weeks post op spinal fusion surgery.Dec. 8, 2011 and then again eight days later I was in so much pain. The doctors went back in and found that a screw had broken by bone and some hardware was removed. My foot feels like it’s ...
8 Energy-Boosting Supplements for Fibromyalgia Fatigue
Fatigue, often extreme fatigue, is a key symptom of fibromyalgia. For many, it can be even more debilitating than the pain. Doctors generally tend to shy away from prescribing medications to treat fatigue. I suspect that’s because most of them are st...
Guaifenesin for Fibromyalgia: Legit Treatment or Snake Oil?
You may have read some amazing stories of people who claim to have had a complete reversal of their fibromyalgia symptoms from taking something called guaifenesin. You may also wonder why it is not prescribed more often if it works so well. For almos...
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Smart Strategies for Tackling RA
When your body's in pain, how do you move forward? Find expert advice and use the collective wisdom of fellow RA patients and caregivers to live with greater ease at home, work, and beyond.
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Can you guess which world record this mom with RA broke? Find even more stories of men and women staying active with rheumatoid arthritis, from the dance studio to the shores of the Great Lakes.
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Ginger Vieira
Health Writer & Patient AdvocateGinger Vieira is an author who has lived with Type 1 diabetes and Celiac disease since 1999, and fibromyalgia since 2014.
Lene Andersen, MSW
Patient AdvocateLene Andersen is an author, health and disability advocate, and photographer. She lives with rheumatoid arthritis.
Tracy Davenport, Ph.D.
Health WriterSince 2004, Dr. Davenport has shared her passion for health and knowledge of the psycho-social aspects of chronic diseases with the HealthCentral community.