Posts by Alexis Draeger
Importance of Sleep with Chronic Pain
According to a peer-reviewed study on The Importance of Sleep for People With Chronic Pain: there are “between 67% and 88% of individuals with chronic pain who experience sleep disruption and insomnia, and at least 50% of people with insomnia report chronic pain.” The link between sleep and chronic pain is unquestionable when you…
Read MoreHealthy Habits to Avoid Chronic Pain
There are many unavoidable and unpreventable factors that can contribute to someone’s pain such as aging, accidents, and degenerative conditions from wear and tear. This, however, does not mean that you can’t minimize or control the pain you are experiencing with a few simple fixes. Eating right > numerous chronic health problems are caused…
Read MoreEmotional Causes of Pain
According to the Washington University School of Medicine, “Negative emotional states and physical pain are intimately connected. Numerous people who suffer from chronic, persistent pain also deal with negative emotions and loss of motivation.” Psychogenic pain is used to describe this relationship between emotions and pain. Psychogenic pain is defined as a pain that doesn’t…
Read MoreConcussions
According to the CDC, “experts estimate 1.6 to 3.8 million sports and recreation-related TBI’s occur each year in the U.S.” TBI is short for traumatic brain injuries, these are considered if there was “a bump or blow to the head that disrupts the way the brain normally works.” A concussion is considered a type of…
Read MoreHeadaches: Common but Not Normal
Headaches can affect anyone at any age and even though they are very common, they aren’t considered normal. Headaches can actually be an indication or an alert to you something is wrong within your body. Johns Hopkins Medical considers a headache to be “pain or discomfort in the head or face.” Each headache can vary…
Read MoreText Neck
In today’s world, millions of people are dependent on their technology. It is becoming a growing health concern for not only adults but younger generations as well. “Text Neck” is a term or phrase to describe the damage or pain caused to the neck from the overuse of a wireless device, tablet, or cell phone…
Read MoreDr. Jackson Joins Local 5 Live to Discuss Chronic Pain Solutions
Watch segment: wearegreenbay.com/local5live/get-rid-of-pain-with-midwest-pain-solutions/ Dr. Jackson joined Local 5 Live on August 1st to discuss alternatives to surgeries, injections, and medications. At Midwest Pain Solutions, we specialize in high-intensity laser therapy, extracorporeal shockwave therapy, and chiropractic manipulation. Our high-intensity laser therapy (HILT) was pioneered by Dr. Jackson’s father, Dr. Curt, and penetrates 4-8 inches…
Read MoreDegenerative Disc Disease
What is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative Disc Disease, also known as DDD, is when the rubbery cushion (discs) between the vertebrates in your spine begins to wear down. Your discs are what allows you to bend, twist, and move comfortably by absorbing any sort of impact. Spinal degeneration is common and normal with aging in…
Read MoreIs Your Posture Causing Back Pain?
What is poor posture? Poor posture is any non-neutral body position. Improper postures can cause and create strain and stress on your muscles, joints, tissues, the discs and your spine. This in turn causes the opposing muscles to become weak and overstretched. Repeating this poor posture overtime can increase your risk of back pain. …
Read MoreOur Favorite Summer Activities in the Fox Valley
Sweet summertime in Wisconsin is our favorite! There are so many activities to do around the Fox Valley area, but here are some of the Draeger’s favorites: Visit the NEW Zoo in Suamico Go to the Farmers Market Visit High Cliff State Park Enjoy rides at Bay Beach Amusement Park …
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