neck pain, acupuncture, chinese medicine,

I’ve been suffering from back pain for a couple of years and it has become extremely intense in the past year. My husband lost his job so we lost our insurance, so I’ve been going to a clinic for the past year. Luckily, he found another job that he’s been working at for about 2 months now and our insurance is about to kick in. I was wondering if someone knows of a good doctor in Colorado. I’d really like to find someone who is caring and compassionate.

It started during my second pregnancy and went away a couple months after the birth of my son. Then it returned when I was pregnant with my 3rd child and got rapidly worst. After my daughter was born it just continued to get a lot worst. I had an MRI and was told I had Degenerative Disc Disease. I’ve been able to get a little physical therapy, unfortunately not a lot due to the lack of insurance. The pain has now spread to my hip. I don’t know if the pain in my hip is connected to the back pain or if it’s something completely different. But I’ve started having a hard time walking and try really hard not to leave the house because I’m so scared of having a pain attack out in public. I’m only 28 years old and have developed horrible depression from being in so much pain. I have kind of gotten used to the constant pain and have been able to manage it with pain meds, unfortunately the pain attacks are so intense I haven’t been able to get relief. I took percocet for the pain and then the doctor added extra oxycodone in addition because after 8 months I became tolerant, plus the pain increased. She recently suggested prescribing oxycontin but I’d prefer not to go that route. I’m hoping with insurance and physical therapy I can start getting relief and wean off the narcotics. I also take muscle relaxers and naproxen, plus anti-depressants. She also put me on Lyrica. I’m having some bad side affects but I’ve only been on it for a few days so I’m hoping they get more mild, I haven’t noticed a difference in the pain yet. I’ve also tried marijuana but didn’t really feel it helped me too much, maybe to be able to sleep at night. I’ve tried ice packs, hot baths, icy hot, tiger balm, ibuprofen, herbal teas, juicing, deep breathing, meditation. Flexeril completely knocks me out so I had to stop taking it.

Read the rest of this entry

Boston acupuncturist Maura Twomey, MAOM, LIC Ac, treats pain, infertility and health in pregnancy. She also treats smoking cessation, back pain, seasonal allergies and other health care issues at her practice Center and Spring Acupuncture in Jamaica Plain. For more information, go to www.centerandspringacupuncture.com.

Product Description
The authors of this book have developed a treatment protocol which they term the Integrative Neuromuscular Acupoint System, a synthesis of biomedicine and traditional acupuncture that uses biomedical terminology and concepts to interpret the basic mechanisms and clinical procedures of acupuncture, while retaining the emphasis on whole-person therapy and “promoting health while treating the disease,” cornerstones of TCM. The authors maintain that the integration of a… More >>

Read the rest of this entry

• Intermediate frequency of 2500Hz to penetrate into the skin deeply, a natural, drug free pain relief
• Extra large LCD screen to display operating status, easy to use with illustrated user manual
• Three automatic modes specifically designed for neck/shoulder, waist/legs and foot
• Three body shaping programs for reducing weight ,skin tightening and releasing toxin

Read the rest of this entry

Lower back pain is almost a ‘normal’ problem in the initial stage of pregnancy. It is, in fact, a reason to smile because it is the first sign that you are pregnant. But it becomes a matter of concern if it persists as the pregnancy advances. The pain becomes very annoying and frustrating especially when the doctors continue to declare it a normal feature of pregnancy.

The pain does not remain limited to the lower back, but you feel its ramifications in the upper back, shoulders and ribs and breasts. Some women have sciatic pains that travel down to their legs, while others have pelvic pain, which affects the pubic joint.

Read the rest of this entry

Back pain during pregnancy can steal some of the joy and excitement that comes with this special time in a woman’s life. When the pain is intense, you want to find some relief quickly, but there are so many restrictions about what over the counter medicines you can safely take when you are pregnant. This is where holistic medicines and treatments can be used to provide safe, effective relief without causing potential harm to the growing fetus. Causes of Pregnancy Back Pain – Your aching back during pregnancy can be caused by a whole host of issues including: ” Change in your hormones and the increase in a hormone called “relaxin” causes the ligaments in your pubic area to soften. This explains why you sometimes feel unstable when you move around. ” Your growing belly shifts your center of gravity, stretching out and weakening those abdominal muscles that support your lower back. ” The weight you have gained is putting more stress on your muscles and joints. ” Your growing uterus could cause sharp pain if it’s pressing down on a nerve. The following are some safe treatment options for pregnancy back pain: Exercise – Muscles and ligaments help support the joints in your body, but given the fact that the ligaments supporting your pelvic area are softened and relaxed during pregnancy, you need to do all that you can to strengthen those muscles that support the pelvis and lower back. This will help both during labor and after the baby is born. Walking, swimming, and riding a bike are good, safe exercises that can be performed for 30-45 minutes at a moderate level of exertion – not to the point of exhaustion – on three to five days per week. Pelvic tilts, Kegels, wall squats, and hamstring stretches will help to build strength in the supporting muscles and prevent pregnancy back pain. Acupuncture -
Acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment for pregnancy back pain, which can reduce and sometimes even eliminate low back pain after just a few treatments. Using very fine, sterile needles placed in specific acupuncture points along the meridians or energy channels of the woman’s body, the acupuncturist is able to free up the flow of “qi” (energy), which then allows the body’s natural healing processes to take place. Massage – After soaking in a warm bath, ask your partner to gently massage the muscles along either side of your spine, your lower back and shoulders with warm oils. Supportive Garments – Wearing a supportive belt can help to relieve the added strain on the lower abdominal muscles and lower back. Your posture will improve and this can help prevent pregnancy back pain from strain and fatigue. Chiropractic Adjustment – Chiropractors can adjust the body providing pain relief without the use of drugs. The adjustments temporarily relieve compression in the joints helping the muscles to relax. Spinal adjustments are safe and can be used to treat muscle, ligament, joint and neurological problems. Soft tissue work can also be used to keep the muscles relaxed and functioning normally.

Although many women over 35 end up having an epidural, there are multiple other options, and it’s good to be informed about these and ask about them when you talk with your care provider. Types of pain relief range from complementary techniques like acupuncture to powerful narcotic drugs.

Read the rest of this entry

When you are pregnant, your body does a number of things that can cause pain and discomfort, especially for your back.  Hormones that are released can soften tissues while preparing you for childbirth, but the softening can lead to problems, since it makes it easier for everything to get out of balance.  Chances are, you will be looking for some sort of effective back pain treatment. There are some good options available, like chiropractic care and acupuncture, but the option you may find most therapeutic and enjoyable is massage for back pain during pregnancy.

Pregnancy massage is different from normal massage techniques, in that areas that create special problems for pregnant women are focused on.  Attention is paid to those joints and muscles that are most likely to be affected by all of the hormone changes in your body.  A massage can provide some wonderful back pain treatment, while at the same time doing a lot to decrease stress and anxiety you may be feeling.

Read the rest of this entry

Just about every pregnant woman will experience at least some back pain during the course of her pregnancy.  Pain can range from minor to excruciating, but fortunately, there are a number of ways to effectively deal with pregnancy back pain. There are two main kinds of back ache; lower back and pelvic back pain.

Lower or lumbar back pain is concentrated on the central lower back, just above the waist.  It is a common trouble area for back ache, even for those who aren’t pregnant.  Repetitive motion, or sitting and standing in any one position for too long can create tenderness in the muscles along the lower spine, resulting in pain.

Read the rest of this entry