Posts tagged chronic pain
Why Choose the FRP Model
In this three-pronged method, treatment addresses the biological and physiological components of pain.
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Devin Davis June 7, 2022 chronic pain , pain management , persistent pain , functional restoration , functional fitness , back pain , worker's compensation , biopyschosocial , chronic pain syndrome , SPARC , FRP , functional restoration program , physical therapy , work injuries , work injury , rehabilitation , return to work , exercise , strength , weight training , mobility , nervous system , multidisciplinary , interdisciplinary , physical medicine
Managing Pain During a Pandemic
Living through a pandemic isn’t easy and managing chronic pain during one is challenging but possible.
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Devin Davis May 13, 2021 pandemic , pain , pain management , SPARC , chronic pain , stress , covid , covid19 , covid-19 , exercise , strength , selfcare , functional restoration , flare-ups , flexibility , functional fitness , nutrition , vegan , plant-based , sleep , depression , persistent pain , movement , healing , health
Can Chronic Pain Be Cured?
Are there possible treatments that can kick chronic pain for good?
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Devin Davis December 18, 2019 pain cycle , pain management , pain free , pain , physical therapy , SPARC , posture , body mechanics , breathing , brain , nervous system , nutrition , neck pain , inflammation , environment , mindfulness , functional fitness , chronic disease , back pain , chronic pain
How to Use Resistance Exercise to Treat Chronic Pain
Sometimes you don’t need fancy treatments. Most times you need exercise, especially resistance training.
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Devin Davis March 12, 2019 SPARC , strength , stability , selfcare , chronic pain , neck pain , back pain , conditioning , nervous system , pain management , pacing , pain , functional restoration , functional fitness , weight training , weightlifting
Respecting Chronic Pain
Your pain deserves respect. You, as a person, deserve respect.
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Devin Davis March 21, 2018 chronic pain , chronic disease , neck pain , back pain , functional fitness , functional restoration , fascia , flare-ups , foot pain , flexibility , inflammation , strength , SPARC , selfcare , stress , pain management , pain , pain free
Stress vs. Chronic Pain Part II
In this two part series we examine one of the most often overlooked factors in pain: stress. What types of stress can have the greatest effect on pain?
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Devin Davis December 20, 2017 stability , safety , SPARC , selfcare , stress , positive thinking , pain , pain cycle , pain management , nervous system , environment , emotion , functional fitness , functional restoration , chronic pain
Stress Vs. Chronic Pain Part I
In this two part series we examine one of the most often overlooked factors in pain: stress. What types of stress can have the greatest effect on pain?
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Devin Davis December 6, 2017 physical therapy , pain free , pain , positive thinking , chronic pain , SPARC , stress , stability , flare-ups , functional restoration , functional fitness , environment , nervous system
Kinetic Chains and Their Impact on Pain
What are kinetic chains? How do they impact pain, injury and movement?
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Devin Davis October 25, 2017 flare-ups , pain , pain management , stability , selfcare , SPARC , kinetic chains , chronic pain , back pain , posture , functional fitness , neck pain , fascia , physical therapy , pain free , functional restoration
Do Not Fear MRI Results
Terms like bulging disc, slipped disc, annular tear or seeing these injuries on your MRI can feel overwhelming and scary. It’s easy to conclude the worst: that you’ll never heal or you’re permanently damaged.
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Devin Davis September 20, 2017 pain , chronic pain , posture , positive thinking , SPARC , selfcare , stability , stress , MRI , flare-ups , functional fitness , functional restoration , body mechanics , back pain , nervous system , neck pain
Dancers and Foot Pain
Most, if not all, dancers experience foot pain at some point in their career. Learn about one of the most common causes and how to resolve it!
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Devin Davis August 17, 2017 SPARC , sports , stability , strength , posture , body mechanics , ballroom dance , chronic pain , functional fitness , flare-ups , flexibility , foot pain , pain management , pain free , gluteus maximus , ballroom , dance , ballet , latin , standard
How Your Breathing Might Be Hurting You
Your breathing may be contributing to your pain but you can change it!
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Devin Davis May 26, 2017 SPARC , selfcare , stability , sports , mobility , motor control , mindfulness , body mechanics , brain , back pain , chronic pain , functional fitness , functional restoration , fitness , stress , breathing
Should You Weight Train if You Have Chronic Pain?
Weight training can seem intimidating especially if you cope with chronic pain. Learn the benefits of weight training and how you can use it effectively.
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Devin Davis March 8, 2017 functional restoration , exercise , SPARC , movement , weightlifting , chronic pain , selfcare , weight training , muscle , pain management , pain , body mechanics , fitness
Nutrition and the Healing Process
If you are struggling with an injury, acute or chronic, and your recovery has been poor then ask yourself this: Am I giving my body the tools it needs to heal?
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Your Butt Might Be Betraying You
If your pelvis is out of whack chances are you already have pain somewhere or you’re going to have pain in the not so distant future.
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Think Outside the Pain Box
Pain or injury only tells you that you have dysfunction in your body; it doesn’t necessarily tell you exactly where the problem is rooted.
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Firefighters, Fitness and Injury
Three pieces of advice for firefighters to maximize function, prevent injury, manage chronic pain and get the most from workouts.
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Devin Davis January 23, 2017 firefighters , injury , injury prevention , exercise , movement , pain , chronic pain , SPARC , mobility , stability , pain management , pacing , functional restoration , functional fitness , weightlifting , intensity
Breaking the Pain Cycle
The pain cycle can be frustrating and confusing. Here is an explanation of what it is and some steps you can take to break free from it!
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Life After a Functional Restoration Program
Every patient I’ve ever talked to has expressed their deepest determination to continue to perform self care through physical exercise, mindfulness and nutrition. But as time passes on it’s all too common for graduates to slip back out of their routines.
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Devin Davis January 6, 2017 functional restoration , chronic pain , pain , SPARC , fitness , exercise , movement , positive thinking , mindfulness , health
Why You Should Move Even if You Have Pain
No one wants to feel more pain than is necessary. As humans, we do just about anything we can to avoid it. If you are coping with a chronic pain injury chances are you don’t move as much as you used to because you are afraid you may make your pain worse.
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