Collagen is a critical protein that plays a vital role in maintaining the structure, elasticity, and strength of our skin, bones, tendons, and other connective tissues. As we age, our body's natural collagen production begins to decline, leading to various signs of...
Pinched nerves can be a source of significant discomfort and pain, affecting various parts of the body. When a nerve becomes compressed or irritated, it can result in symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness. Pinched nerves can occur anywhere in the...
Neuropathy is a complex and often debilitating condition that affects the nerves and can cause a range of symptoms, including pain, numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness. In the United States, an estimated 20 million people suffer from some form of neuropathy. In...
More than 31 million Americans deal with back pain. Back pain can stem from a variety of causes but is often the result of a pulled muscle, damaged disc, accident, or injury. Other causes may be lifting, turning wrong, bending incorrectly, or even sneezing. At Pain...
Optimal health starts with a properly functioning digestive system. Applying functional medicine helps to heal and restore gut health by identifying and removing any foods that are causing an individual's gut problems, and offers solutions based on an individual's...
According to the Global Organization for Stress, adults continue to report high levels of stress with many reporting increased levels of stress over the last year. Stress is an even greater concern for teens in grades 9-12 which psychologists say unless managed, could...
The lower back is a structural part of the body that interconnects bones, joints, nerves, ligaments, and muscles that all work together to provide support, strength, and flexibility. With all of this in mind, the lower back can be vulnerable to developing pain due to...
Blue light is one of the several colors in the visible light spectrum. You may know them by the acronym ROYGBIV. Together, they make the white light you see when the sun, the main source of blue light, is shining. Fluorescent and LED light bulbs also give off blue...
Curried Lentils & Kale You may have heard the Pain Relief Partners team talking about our favorite foods to make, eat and share. We love foods that are healthy and delicious, and we believe that food connects us in so many ways. Patient Service Assistant Jessie...