Tag: Pain Management
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Postpartum Massage: A Holistic Approach to Recovery
Read more Postpartum massage can be just as essential and rewarding as prenatal massage. This bodywork technique offers a holistic approach to the many adjustments new mothers face. You might be surprised to discover that you gain more than just a relaxing spa experience from this therapy. Massage therapy is well recognized for its ability…
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It’s Not Just Psychological: Menstrual Pain Can Be as Intense as a Heart Attack
Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast For those who have experienced painful menstrual cycles, it’s clear that it goes beyond a simple case of “Oh, I have some cramps. I’ll just take an over-the-counter pill and move on.” The discomfort can be so severe that it envelops the entire body, often accompanied by digestive issues like diarrhea…
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Woman Shares Candid Image Revealing the Harsh Reality of Endometriosis
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful Instagram post, fashion designer and endometriosis advocate, Mia Thompson, bravely showcased the physical toll of her battle with this chronic illness. Endometriosis affects over six million women and girls in the United States alone, yet it often remains shrouded in silence, leaving many to suffer without a diagnosis. In…
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Trump’s Stance on Opioids Ignores the Reality for Those Living with Chronic Pain
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent briefing in New Jersey on August 8, President Donald Trump labeled opioid medications as “no good,” suggesting that the way to tackle opioid addiction is by preventing initial usage. “The best way to prevent drug addiction and overdose is to prevent people from abusing drugs in the first place,”…
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Natural Birth: Benefits, Risks & Preparing for Labor Without Pain Medication
Read more If you’re considering a drug-free approach to childbirth, you might be intrigued by the concept of a ‘natural birth.’ This option allows you to welcome your baby into the world with minimal medical interventions, making it a popular choice for many expecting parents. Let’s take a closer look at what natural birth entails,…
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The Comfort of Connection: Holding Your Partner’s Hand During Labor Reduces Pain
Get Pregnant Fast Every woman’s experience of labor is unique, but when I welcomed my two sons into the world, I found immense comfort in having my partner by my side. From the soothing back massages during early contractions to the moments when I gripped his hand tightly as the intensity of labor increased, his…
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Nursing Textbook Promotes Harmful Stereotypes on Cultural Pain Responses
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking revelation, a nursing textbook published in 2014 has come under fire for perpetuating racially insensitive assumptions about how various cultures perceive and manage pain. While one might assume that educational materials would be free of such blatant biases, a recent Facebook post by a concerned user, Laura Jensen, exposed…
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States With More Lenient Marijuana Laws Experience Decreased Opioid Usage
Get Pregnant Fast In a promising development in the fight against America’s opioid crisis, recent studies reveal that states with more lenient marijuana laws are witnessing a decline in opioid consumption. Research indicates that jurisdictions where medical marijuana is more accessible are seeing lower rates of opioid usage, suggesting a potential shift in pain management…