History of Virtual Reality in Health Care Dating back to 2011, researchers noted that virtual reality (VR) was proven an effective methodology for rehabilitative treatment. “In clinical settings and experimental studies, participants immersed in VR experienced reduced levels of pain, less general distress/unpleasantness and report[ed] a desire to use VR again during painful medical procedures.” […]
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A Better Patient Experience for C-Section Deliveries
Recovering from surgery is tough on anyone, but for a mom who’s trying to care for a brand-new baby – it’s a more challenging scenario than most. Plus, managing pain after a surgical procedure often involves the use of narcotics – which isn’t an ideal situation for a breastfeeding mom or a newborn baby. That’s […]
Using Trigger Point Dry Needling to Battle Chronic Pain
Adding Another “tool” to Fight Chronic Pain! Are you a weekend fitness warrior? Is your job physically strenuous? Are you recovering from an injury or surgery? Do you have pain that just doesn’t respond to treatment? If you answered “yes” to any or all of these questions, then trigger point dry needling (TPDN) may be […]
Pain After Surgery – What to Expect
What kind of pain should I expect after surgery? In part, this will depend on the type of surgery. Everyone is different and responds to surgery in a different way. There are some common issues about pain after surgery. Common Pain Issues You May Encounter Post-Surgery Day 1 After Surgery Many patients will feel bad […]
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