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The Connection Between Weight and Pain
Carrying excess weight can affect more than just your heart and blood sugar levels. It also has a significant impact on pain. At Ashford Pain Solutions, we help patients understand the connection between weight and chronic pain and provide personalized treatment plans to help them take control of their health.
Mar 25


The Best Ways to Exercise When It’s Too Hot to Workout Outside
Staying active is a key part of managing pain, but exercising safely during hot summer days can be challenging. At Ashford Pain Solutions, we emphasize the importance of maintaining your fitness routine while protecting your body from heat-related risks. Knowing how to adapt your workouts during extreme temperatures can help reduce pain and avoid injury.
Mar 11


Health Benefits of Eating Seasonally
What you eat plays a crucial role in your body’s ability to heal and reduce inflammation. While supermarkets offer fruits and vegetables year-round, eating seasonally can make a meaningful difference in your overall health and pain management journey.
Feb 25


How is Medical Massage Therapy Different from a “Regular” Massage?
At Ashford Pain Solutions, we are committed to offering effective, non-invasive treatments for chronic pain. One approach that is gaining recognition for its therapeutic benefits is Medical Massage Therapy. While most people are familiar with traditional massage for relaxation, medical massage serves a much more targeted purpose: pain relief and functional recovery.
Feb 18


What Causes Knee Pain?
Knee pain is a common issue that can affect people of all ages and lifestyles. Whether caused by injury, medical conditions, or physical stress, understanding the source of your knee pain is key to finding the right treatment.
Feb 11


Ketamine: A New Approach to Pain Management
At Ashford Pain Solutions, we understand how chronic pain can take control of your life. If traditional treatments have failed to bring lasting relief, there is a promising option that may offer the breakthrough you've been seeking: ketamine therapy.
Feb 4


Somatic and Visceral Pain – Do You Know the Difference?
Two important types of pain to recognize are somatic pain and visceral pain. Knowing the difference can empower you to describe your symptoms better and help us develop a tailored pain management plan.
Jan 28


What is Spinal Cord Stimulation?
Living with chronic back or neck pain can feel like a daily struggle. At Ashford Pain Solutions, we understand how persistent pain can affect every aspect of your life. For patients who have not found relief through traditional treatments, spinal cord stimulation (SCS) offers a promising solution for long-term pain management.
Jan 21


Have Chronic Pain? Why it’s important to care for your mental health too.
Living with chronic pain can feel overwhelming. For many patients, the pain takes center stage in daily life, making it difficult to focus on anything else. This intense focus on pain often leads to mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety.
Jan 14


Three Ways to Add Wellness to Your Daily Routine
As the New Year begins, many of us consider lifestyle changes to improve our health. For those managing chronic pain, even small, consistent habits can lead to significant relief and better overall wellness.
Jan 7


Should I Use a Heating Pad or an Ice Pack?
At Ashford Pain Solutions, we often see patients who are unsure whether to use heat or ice for pain relief. Both can be effective, but only when used at the right time and in the right way.
Dec 31, 2025


What is Tech Neck and How to Prevent It
Tech Neck is a growing source of neck and shoulder pain caused by prolonged use of smartphones, tablets, and computers. This repetitive strain injury results from looking down at screens for extended periods, putting unnatural pressure on your neck muscles.
Dec 24, 2025


Our Roundup of the Best Heating Pads
When it comes to natural, non-invasive pain relief, heat therapy remains one of the most effective options. Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, muscle stiffness, or tension from injury, using the right heating pad can make a noticeable difference.
Dec 17, 2025


Common Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that impacts many people and can be challenging to diagnose due to its symptoms overlapping with other illnesses. Unlike arthritis, fibromyalgia does not cause joint damage but leads to widespread soft tissue pain, fatigue, and discomfort.
Dec 10, 2025


Five Summer Activities That Are Easy on Your Back
Living with back pain can feel limiting, especially during the summer months when outdoor activities abound. However, managing your pain does not mean you have to miss out on the season’s best moments. At Ashford Pain Solutions, we believe that with the right approach, you can enjoy summer activities that support your back health and help manage your pain effectively.
Dec 3, 2025


7 Ways to Make Living with Arthritis a Little Easier
Arthritis can create persistent pain and stiffness, making daily activities challenging. At Ashford Pain Solutions, we understand the impact arthritis has on your life, and we are here to support your pain management journey with practical tips and expert care.
Nov 26, 2025


5 Foods That Fight Inflammation
When it comes to managing chronic pain, many people focus solely on medications or physical therapy. While these treatments are important, what you eat also plays a powerful role in reducing pain and inflammation. At Ashford Pain Solutions, we encourage a well-rounded approach to pain management, and that includes paying attention to your diet.
Nov 19, 2025


Understanding Migraines
Migraines impact many people, often disrupting daily routines with intense and varying symptoms. Unlike common headaches, migraines present unique challenges and can differ greatly from person to person.
Nov 12, 2025


Auto Injuries and Pain: Should I See a Doctor?
When you're in a car accident, the damage to your vehicle is usually easy to see. What may not be obvious are the injuries your body has sustained. Many people walk away from an accident feeling fine, only to develop pain hours or even days later. This delay in symptoms is common and can lead to serious health issues if left untreated.
Nov 5, 2025


What’s the difference between Sciatica and Lower Back Pain?
Back pain is a common complaint, but it can come in different forms. Two conditions often mistaken for each other are sciatica and lower back pain. While they share some symptoms, they are distinct and require different approaches to pain management.
Oct 29, 2025
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