An HR Checklist for Open Enrollment Preparation
As HR departments prepare for annual enrollment periods, benefits administrators have a lot of things to think about. This quick checklist can help HR leaders ensure a smooth open enrollment.
Can non-drug treatments really help manage Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia can be a difficult condition to manage. Medication can be effective, but other options exist and can be just as beneficial
Tai Chi or Aerobic Exercise: Which is better for fibromyalgia pain?
Exercise is an important part of pain management for fibromyalgia. Some may find benefit in practicing Tai Chi, a gentler form of movement that still improves function, mood, and sleep.
Belly Breathing for Chronic Pain Relief
Emotions can impact our breathing. The reverse is also true. Breathing exercises can be an important tool in managing both pain and stress. Learn more about the connection in our most recent blog post.
Reducing Chronic Pain Through Movement
When managing pain, often treatment includes "exercising". But for those living with chronic pain, exercise can seem an impossible feat. Learn more about what types of movements can help those living with chronic pain and how employers can encourage more movement in the workplace.
Sleeping with pain can be tricky. Employers can help.
Sleep is a crucial aspect of overall health and wellbeing. But for those living with chronic pain, sleep can be especially elusive. We know that sleep and pain are deeply connected and can create a cycle that is difficult to break free from. And while sleep is an activity done at home, there are some things employers can do to help their employees improve their sleep.
How pain neuroscience education works in chronic pain programs
Pain neuroscience education (PNE) is an approach created specifically to [...]
The Connection Between Chronic Pain and Mental Health
Research has shown the deep connection between mental and emotional health and chronic pain. Read on to learn more about how the two are connected and strategies individuals can use to manage both mental health conditions — like chronic stress, anxiety, and depression — as well as pain.
A History of Treating Pain
Pain has been around for as long as humankind. It would probably be a pretty accurate assumption that the first attempt at rudimentary medicine by our “caveman-esque” ancestors was to address pain.
Acute vs. Chronic Pain: What’s the Difference?
Pain is a unique experience that differs for just about everyone. With the right treatment, some pain fades as soon as an injury heals or an illness is cured.
