One in five Canadians lives with chronic pain, according to multiple sources including the Canadian Pain Coalition and the Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability. In addition to doctor-recommended pain treatments such as medication and physiotherapy, there are numerous self-management techniques and lifestyle habits you can practice that may help manage your … Continue reading “Tips for Managing Chronic Back Pain”
Recent amendments to Health Canada’s Marijuana Medical Access now make it possible for chronic pain patients to obtain prescriptions for medical marijuana from physicians. The agency states, “Health Canada does not endorse the use of marijuana, but the courts have required reasonable access to a legal source of marijuana for medical purposes.” Dr. John Goodhew, … Continue reading “Medical Marijuana for Chronic Pain”
One-fifth of the Canadian population suffers from chronic pain, reports the Canadian Pain Society. Many patients opt to use alternative or non-conventional therapies in addition to or in lieu of traditional treatments. Below, we briefly outline five alternatives to traditional pain treatments, options that you should discuss with your practitioner if you suffer from chronic … Continue reading “5 Non-Conventional Treatments for Chronic Pain”
Chronic pain is a persistent medical condition. It often is difficult to treat and may be triggered by an injury or accident, such as a motor vehicle crash or a slip and fall. Short or Long Term Disability benefits may be available for individuals who are unable to work because of their condition. Understanding the … Continue reading “An Easy Guide to Understanding Chronic Pain”