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Managing Acute Low Back Pain

Posted on February 21, 2012 by
Almost everyone experiences low back pain at some point in their lives. Acute low back pain usually gets better with time, and there are simple things people can do at home to help manage pain and get back to normal activities. To help people with acute low back pain understand these strategies, the Informed Medical Decisions Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Acute Low Back Pain: Managing Your Pain through Self-Care. Continue reading →
Posted in Back Care Programs, Orthopedic Programs | Tagged acetaminophen, acupuncture, acute low back pain, exercise therapy, lower back pain, massage therapy, muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers, NSAIDs, pain relievers, spinal manipulation | Permalink
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Coping with Chronic Pain by Taking an Active Role

Posted on February 21, 2012 by
Many people struggle for years with chronic pain that has no known medical cure. But that doesn't mean there aren't effective options to help people live better, despite their chronic pain. To help people work with their health care providers to develop a plan that can improve their quality of life, the Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Living Better with Chronic Pain. Continue reading →
Posted in Chronic Condition Programs | Tagged breathing techniques, chronic pain, complementary and alternative medicine, narcotic pain relievers, NSAIDs, relaxation techniques, Shared Decision-Making® programs, SMART goals, treatment of pain | Permalink