When someone does a lot of texting, they tend to tilt their neck downward to the phone they are holding for long periods of time creating pain and discomfort in the neck, known as “text neck”. This is similar to the phrase “tech neck” where any type of technology may be used, including laptops, tablets, desktops, and phones. Any time you hold your head out of its proper alignment for any length of time you create a strain on your neck, which causes pain and inflammation of the tendons and ligaments in the neck. Since the pandemic, cell phone use has increased by over 54%. More people are tex ..read more

Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a painful condition that occurs when the tendons in the arm have been injured, usually due to repetitive motions of the wrist and arm. Tennis elbow is caused by repeated contraction of the forearm muscles, the ones you use to straighten and raise your hand and wrist. This repeated motion causes stress to the tissue that results in minute tears of the tendons attaching the forearm muscles to the bones on the outside of the elbow. Tennis elbow can be extremely painful and make it difficult to even grab or pick things up. This type of injury received the ..read more

Now that we are a few weeks into the new year, many people are realizing their resolution for working out more often, or even getting started, was harder than they thought. They may have gone into it with no plan, or no idea how to properly work out. Without a proper workout plan you are leaving yourself open for potential injury and, ultimately, failure to achieve your goals. Remember, as Ben Franklin said: “Failing to prepare, is preparing to fail!” So, how do you develop a proper workout plan? Pain Stop Clinics wants to help. Before beginning any workout plan, the first thing you should a ..read more

When it comes to sports and physically working out, there has been a long-standing mantra of “No pain, no gain!” There is some truth behind this mantra, the purpose is to encourage pushing to the point of increased heart rate and stretching to extremes to increase endurance and build muscle. However, there is a fine line between pain that comes from pushing to extremes, and pain that comes from irritating injuries. When you continue to re-irritate injuries, you cause chronic pain leading to loss of mobility and strength. Colleges that understand this truth take proactive steps to partner wit ..read more

Opioid involved deaths are still on the rise in the United States. From 1999 to 2019, nearly 500,000 people died from an overdose involving an opioid, both prescription and illicit drugs. Those numbers, unfortunately, are not improving, as over 70,000 died in 2019 from drug overdose. One of the causes of this opioid epidemic comes from doctors prescribing opioids for pain relief. Over time people build a resistance to the prescribed opioids and do not obtain pain relief anymore, making many people turn to illegal drugs to find that relief. Opioids can also have detrimental impact to the body ..read more

Your musculoskeletal system is how your muscles and skeletal system work together. The system is made up of bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments that all work together to help our bodies move. When the musculoskeletal system is not working together properly, usually due to injury or illness, it impacts our daily lives and ability to function free from pain. Musculoskeletal adjustments refer to manipulating the vertebrae or joints to relieve pain and tension and bring the affected area back into proper alignment. This adjustment is typically performed by a chiropractor. Physical therapy can ..read more

During a vehicle accident, your body is put through some major impact. When your body is moving in one direction while seated in a car, and that car impacts something, your body is brought to a jarring stop and then thrown in a completely other direction depending on where the impact came from. That abrupt impact leaves the muscles and ligaments severely strained. This strain can occur even during a minor car accident, and the person is often not aware of the injuries until some time has passed. That is why it is crucial to seek medical help immediately following a car accident, to confirm w ..read more

Orthopedic Procedures The most common reason people seek medical help is for orthopedic issues. One in seven Americans report orthopedic impairment, and over 640,000 orthopedic procedures are performed per year, and the numbers keep climbing. When searching for a doctor that treats orthopedic issues, you want to be sure you find someone who is experienced and keeps your best interests in mind. The orthopedic experts at Pain Stop Clinics want what is best for you. The goal is to ensure you have pain free movement and long-term solutions to your mobility issues. The pain experts at Pain Stop C ..read more

Every year, over 3 million people are injured in car accidents according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. If you are one of those unlucky individuals, then you will want to seek medical treatment immediately to ensure that your injury is properly treated. Pain Stop Clinics provides same day medical treatments for those injured in an accident, and their pain management physicians can properly evaluate you to determine your injuries and the best treatment plan for you. The doctors at Pain Stop Clinics are experienced with handling injuries from motor vehicle accidents, an ..read more

Everyone experiences muscle tension at one time or another. You may experience a tightness or pressure in specific muscle groups causing pain and restricting motion. Some of the most common areas where people experience muscle tension is in the neck, shoulders, and back. Muscle tension has many causes, but there are also several steps you can take at home to relieve muscle tension and prevent muscle fatigue. What are Causes of Muscle Tension? Stress and anxiety Lack of exercise Poor diet Illnesses – flus, colds, autoinflammatory diseases, etc. What are some ways to Relieve Muscle Tension ..read more