Tuesday, 09 July, 2013 20:24
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A common condition that we see in our physical medicine office is numbness, tingling or pain that radiates into the arms or the legs. While most patients can tolerate these conditions for a period of time, slight numbness or tingling is a sign/symptom of a more serious condition called Peripheral Neuropathy.
In a clinic that focuses on physical medicine and pain relief, reducing inflammation is one of the key aspects of our therapies and treatments. One of the most common forms of supplementation that we get questions about is fish oils. It is important to remember that any form of vitamin or supplementation can be beneficial if used properly, but it’s always a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional before using any new product or supplement. With that being said, fish oil supplements are a great way to help aid in your healing process by reducing acute and chronic forms of inflammation in the body.
Poor posture is one of the most common causes of chronic neck and back pain conditions today. For most people, their working environment can be the major cause of their spinal pain condition. Posture is one of the essential areas that physical medicine practices look at when addressing or correcting chronic spinal pain conditions. That’s why it is so important to take an accurate look at our work environment and try and find ways to improve our posture during the day. 
One of the most important aspects to helping your body heal when injured is getting the proper amount of rest and sleep. The healing process takes time and allowing your body to have the rest that it needs to recover will allow you to heal faster. 
Physical activity is a great way to improve your overall well-being and mental clarity. It’s also a great way to help lower pain levels in the body. If your healthcare provider recommends it, walking is one of the easiest ways to get started on increasing your physical activity levels and is one of the least expensive exercises that almost anyone can undertake. It has profound health effects, but you need to do it correctly to gain these effects and avoid painful injuries.