Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Physical Therapy | Tyler Texas | Pain Recovery Center of Tyler

Physical therapy is a safe and effective pain management treatment for patients suffering from chronic pain, arthritis, a sports injury or other healh condition. When performed correctly, physical therapy can help restore, maintain and promote a patient’s overall health, as well as ease chronic pain in many patients. The pain physicians at Pain Recovery Center of Tyler offer physical therapy and rehabilitation services to Tyler, Texas patients suffering from chronic pain and a number of other health conditions.

Physical therapy is a common pain management treatment used to treat chronic pain and return patients to their prior level of physical ability. In a physical therapy session, a patient may perform a number of different items, including:
  • Walking or riding a stationary bike to warm up the body
  • Use physical therapy machines or other equipment to strengthen the muscles and surrounding soft tissues in the affected area
  • Stretch specific areas of the body 
  • Perform pain relief exercises as recommended by a pain physician and/or physical therapist

To learn more about the many benefits of physical therapy for chronic pain and other health conditions, contact the pain physicians at Pain Recovery Center of Tyler, located in Tyler, Texas, or visit our pain management blog here.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) | Pain Physicians | Tyler Texas

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a fairly uncommon chronic pain condition that typically affects a patient’s limb. Common limbs affected by the condition include the arm, leg, hand and foot. Believed to be caused by damage to the central nervous and peripheral nervous systems, CRPS symptoms vary for each patient. The pain physicians at Pain Recovery Center of Tyler, located in Tyler, Texas, offer a variety of pain management treatments for patients suffering from complex regional pain syndrome, also known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome, and other chronic pain conditions.

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) commonly develops in many patients after an injury, surgery, stroke or heart attack. The most common symptom of CRPS is intense, chronic pain that worsens over time. Other complex regional pain syndrome symptoms include:
  • Burning pain
  • Swelling and stiffness in the affected joint
  • Skin changes, such as skin color and temperature
  • Changes in nail and hair growth
For more resources and information on complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), please contact the pain management practice of Pain Recovery Center of Tyler, located in Tyler, Texas, or visit our blog here. Our pain physicians are highly trained and experienced in treating CRPS and other chronic pain conditions.

Monday, February 8, 2016

Spinal Arthritis | Pain Physicians | Tyler Texas

Spinal arthritis typically occurs in the facet joints and causes back pain and discomfort in millions of Americans. The pain may radiate along affected nerves to other parts of the body, including the buttocks or thighs. If you live in the Tyler, Texas area and suffer from spinal arthritis, contact the pain physicians at Pain Recovery Center of Tyler to discuss your pain management treatment options.

Spinal arthritis symptoms include neck and back pain, loss of motion, swollen joints and numbness. Some patients may experience a grating sensation caused by bone rubbing against bone and/or bone spurs. The condition is most commonly found in patients with certain criteria, including spinal injury, overuse of the spine, genetics, weight issues and smoking.

For additional information on spinal arthritis, or to learn about pain management options, contact the pain physicians at Pain Recovery Center of Tyler, proudly serving the Tyler, Texas area. You can also visit our pain management blog here.