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3 Benefits of a Peripheral Nerve Block

Lower Back Pain

A peripheral nerve block works by preventing the pain signals from the affected area to the brain. It can effectively stop pain and provide significant relief for chronic pain caused by a peripheral nerve disorder. Whether the disorder has been caused by another health condition like diabetes, it was inherited or the nerve pain was… Continue reading


3 Tips to Relieve Winter Joint Pain

Joint Pain Relief San Jose CA

Cold weather can worsen joint pain, especially with injured joints. Joint pain during the winter can be caused by changes in barometric pressure and inactivity from being stuck indoors. The cold temperatures can also thicken joint fluid and heighten nerve sensitivity affected by inflammation and scarring. There are a few things you can do to… Continue reading


Avoiding Sitting Disease

Walking and Exercise San Jose CA

The time you spend sitting every day may directly affect your life span. Recently, researchers have discovered that prolonged sitting can shorten your lifespan by as much as 40%. It has long been established that the likelihood of developing obesity and cardiovascular disease along with other major health conditions increases with a more sedentary life.… Continue reading


Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Right for You?

Pain Doctor San Jose CA

Chronic pain is one of the most difficult conditions to endure – it can affect every aspect of your life, from your physical function and mental concentration to your mood and relationships. At Allied Pain & Spine Institute, we harness the medical knowledge and technology available to provide our patients with the most innovative pain… Continue reading


What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

Talk Therapy San Jose CA

Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, is used in many different ways. While it is used in the mental health field, it is also beneficial for those undergoing medical treatment or other hardships in their life. One of the methods of psychotherapy that can be useful for those dealing with chronic pain or recovering from a serious… Continue reading


Benefits of Psychotherapy for Pain Management

Psychotherapy San Jose CA

While chronic pain may be caused by physical conditions in your body, how the pain impacts your life resides in the mind. There are many aspects of chronic pain that you cannot control, including which treatments may be effective at minimizing pain or discomfort. Psychotherapy is a pain management tool that can benefit those with… Continue reading


Advancing the Treatment of Pain Alternatives to Pain Medications

Pain in back

Join Allied Pain & Spine Institute at this Control Your Pain event: Dr. Kristine Watford Thursday, October 29, 2020 5:30pm to 6:30pm (408) 528-8833 This is an online event, Join us by registering today! We welcome family, friends and care providers to attend. To register for this event online, visit: https://tiny.cc/vyeysz Or use your smartphone… Continue reading


Is Your Office Job Providing Zero Relief from Knee Pain?

PAIN MANAGEMENT

When a knee injury has effectively forced you out of a career involving heavy lifting or other strenuous work, taking a desk job seems like the logical move. The transition can prove difficult, given the considerable differences in job requirements and settings. So, the last thing you need is discovering that your new arrangement does… Continue reading


5 Ways to Treat Chronic Back Pain

Back Pain San Jose CA

Dealing with chronic back pain can be challenging, especially if you don’t know the cause. If a back specialist has exhausted all diagnostic options to determine the cause, you may be looking for minimally invasive ways to manage your symptoms. Here are five ways you can treat your chronic back pain. Physical Therapy Exercise can… Continue reading