Dr. Jackson’s Interview: Treating Our Local Professional Athletes
How It All Started Dr. Curt (Dr. Jackson’s father) started treating Simeon Rice in the early 2000s, further resulting in treating more professional football players in Green Bay. Dr. Jackson was then introduced into treating the players that came into the clinic at that time. When Dr. Jackson purchased Midwest Pain Solutions (recently known as…
Dr. Jackson Visits Local 5 Live to Discuss Midwest Pain Solutions’ Laser Treatment Options
Dr. Jackson Draeger, DC joined Local 5 Live on WFRV-TV last week to discuss the latest technology Midwest Pain Solutions is using to treat chronic pain patients and professional athletes. Dr. Jackson highlighted the treatments he uses to help professional athletes heal faster and recover from game days and practices. He educated viewers on…
Living A Healthy Lifestyle
At Midwest Pain Solutions, we treat many patients who have chronic pain. Their lives are flipped upside down because of the pain they experience daily. Many don’t see the barriers that come with chronic pain: low energy levels, depression, restricted movement, and more. We do our absolute best to get patients back to feeling themselves…
Snap, Crackle, Pop . . . Why Are My Knees Making These Noises?
The cracking of your knees may be alarming if you do not know the cause. There are many possibilities as to why your knees make noises when standing up, moving, or exercising. Some possibilities include: Bursting of bubbles in the synovial fluid Ligaments or tendons stretching over lumps and snapping back into place Hypermobile…
The Worst Foods to Eat If You Have Arthritis
Food is medicine. The food and drinks you consume likely have a bigger effect on your body than you may think. There are many substances that can cause inflammation and arthritic joint pain. If you suffer from arthritis, these are some of the WORST foods/drinks to consume: 1. Sweets – Consuming too much…
The Best Foods to Eat If You Have Arthritis
Food is medicine. The food and drinks you consume have much more effect on your body than you may think. There are many substances that can ease inflammation and relieve arthritic joint pain. If you suffer from arthritis, these are some of the best foods/drinks to consume: Fatty Fish Salmon, tuna, and sardines…
Reasons to Get a Second Opinion
When faced with a medical issue, getting a second opinion can save money, time, and your overall health. There are many instances where surgery is highly suggested, but not necessary. At Midwest Pain Solutions, we have many patients who are told they need surgery — knee, hip, shoulder, etc. — when, in reality, they don’t…
Treating a Pinched Nerve
Causes Pinched nerves occur when too much pressure is applied to a nerve by tissue, bones, cartilage, or muscles surrounding it. The compression of nerves can be caused by many different factors: injury, arthritis, stress, obesity, diabetes, overuse, excessive bed rest, and much more. Pinched nerves are fairly common, and although people of any age…
Is My Pain From Arthritis or Bursitis?
You may be wondering what the difference is between arthritis and bursitis as they are very similar. Bursitis is often mistaken for arthritis. However, arthritis is a chronic condition that damages bone, joints, and cartilage. Whereas bursitis is a temporary condition where the bursae is inflamed for a period of time. Bursae are fluid-filled sacs…
What Are Bone Spurs?
Bone spurs are excess bone placed at an area of great wear and tear or an area where tendons are constantly pulling on their attachment/insertion points. They are most commonly formed where two bones meet, known as joints. Bone spurs may cause pain and stiffness if they rub against other bones or press on nerves. …