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How Chronic Pain Affects Your Mental Health

By Eric Larson, PMHNP-BC (Larson Mental Health)

The revolution of mental health awareness in recent years has made countless positive strides in bringing the wellbeing of our minds to the forefront of the cultural conversation. However, the focus on psychological wellbeing may also be widening the gulf many people perceive between the mind and the body. Too often we fail to view the mind as a part of our body, not a separate entity. Your mindset is directly impacted by your physical health, and your physical health can change with your mindset. The human brain is more powerful than we give it credit for, but other components of the human body can still impact the way our brains function. 

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Balancing Emotional Well-Being While Coping with Chronic Pain

By Dr. Jeffrey McWhorter, D.C., M.S.R., A.R.T. (founder, owner, and operator, McWhorter Chiropractic and Neurological Rehab (CNR)

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It’s no secret that chronic pain is a prevalent problem in our modern era, affecting millions of people worldwide and leaving a profound impact on their daily lives. It’s not just the physical discomfort though; chronic pain conditions can additionally take a massive toll on one’s emotional and mental well-being through a multitude of debilitating symptoms.

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Practical Strategies for Coping With and Addressing Chronic Pain

By Dr. Jeffrey McWhorter, D.C., M.S.R., A.R.T. (founder, owner, and operator, McWhorter Chiropractic and Neurological Rehab (CNR))

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While everyone experiences some pain from time to time, chronic pain can be an incredibly debilitating condition that affects every aspect of a person’s life. Over-the-counter medications like Aspirin or Ibuprofen can provide temporary relief from chronic pain symptoms, but soon enough the pain will return and get in the way of your daily life. If you’re tired of dealing with chronic pain symptoms every day, it’s time to explore more practical and cutting-edge strategies that help you effectively cope with and address your condition.

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Prince and the Opioid Epidemic: 5 Ways for Addressing this National Crisis

Prince was not the first, nor unfortunately the last, person to die due to an opioid-related event. According to the medical examiner, Prince died from a self-administered fentanyl overdose.

While Prince may have become the poster child for the opioid epidemic and a call for restrictions on the use of opioids, it must not be forgotten that opioids play a vital role in the management of pain, such as during surgery or to relieve chronic pain. Continue reading “Prince and the Opioid Epidemic: 5 Ways for Addressing this National Crisis” →