As the season shifts from summer to fall, so do our sensibilities. Summertime barbeques and Labor Day festivities segue into thoughts of cleaning up the diet with nutritious meals that are both fulfilling and healthy for us. Paying careful attention to the mind-body connection is even more important when managing chronic pain in recovery, and […]
Pain Recovery
How Does Chronic Pain Affect the Brain?
When pain goes from acute pain, which happens for a specific reason such as a toothache, to chronic, constant pain lasting months from causes such as nerve damage or cancer, it becomes a chronic part of life. Treatment for chronic pain still leaves much to be desired as it’s now become clearer that pain medication […]
What Does a Wellness Practice Do For Recovery?
Post-treatment, the priority becomes designing life around recovery. Many adjustments need to be made during this phase. Mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical wellness all become priorities, and it can feel overwhelming at times. However, all these efforts lead to a reduced risk of relapse, so the effort and time are worth it. During this transitional […]
Medical Massage Therapy during Rehab
A quality rehabilitation center will focus on treating the whole person, rather than just addressing the addiction. If you are dealing with a substance abuse problem, you can receive effective treatment from a professional facility that offers a variety of services to meet various needs. In fact, an often overlooked need is that of the […]
What is Reflexology?
Pain management is a crucial part of daily life for many people. As the opioid epidemic teaches us, however, pain management medications are often addictive. There are other pain management approaches that can help, including some holistic techniques like reflexology. That prompts the question, what is reflexology? Exactly What is Reflexology? The answer to the […]
Pain Management Doctors During Rehab
Do you suffer a painful condition that requires the help of pain medication? Did you develop an addiction or abuse this medication? If so, you are not alone. In fact, many Americans struggle with painkiller addiction today. Rehab facilities with excellent pain management doctors will guide you away from this abuse. Understanding the Healing Process […]