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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…
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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…
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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…
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Watch the Local 5 Live segment: https://www.wearegreenbay.com/local5live/solutions-for-chronic-pain-in-green-bay-and-appleton/ On Tuesday, April 25th, Dr. Jackson Draeger, D.C. joined Local 5 Live to discuss chronic pain and its effects. Here is what WFRV had to say when interviewing with Dr. Jackson: “If you are in search of a solution to chronic pain, there might be a…
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What Is Spinal Stenosis? Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of spaces within the spine. When there isn’t enough space within the spine, the ability for the nerves to branch out from the spinal cord reduces. Additionally, the area is too small and tight for the spinal cord and nerves that they can become irritated, compressed,…
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Local 5 Live: www.wearegreenbay.com/local5live/midwest-pain-solutions-adds-new-location-in-appleton/ Dr. Jackson Draeger joined Local 5 Live to discuss the opening of our new clinic location at 828 N Westhill Blvd in Appleton. Midwest Pain Solutions has expanded to better serve our patients and community in the Greater Green Bay area, as well as the Fox Valley area. Dr.…
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Pain relief is now closer than ever with our new clinic opening in Appleton, WI. Midwest Pain Solutions is excited to open another location in March to better serve our patients and community! About Dr. Jackson Draeger Dr. Jackson Draeger, D.C. has served the Greater Green Bay area and will continue to serve the…
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The harsh temperatures, excessive snow, and early darkness of our Wisconsin winters can make it difficult to stay active. Unfortunately, these months last longer than most want it to (especially me), but we have to keep our bodies moving regardless of the weather. Below are some activities to keep your body moving during the winter…
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What is Scar Tissue? Scar tissue is formed when normal tissue is destroyed. There are several ways in which patients develop scar tissue: major accidents, surgeries, and joint replacement therapies. The common cause is damage done to the body that required repair and rehab. And while scar tissue is your body’s way of healing a…
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Sciatica is pain that travels down the sciatic nerve [image shown below]. The sciatic nerve runs from your lower back, through your hips, buttocks, and legs. Sciatica most often occurs when a herniated disk applies pressure or pinching on part of the sciatic nerve, further resulting in inflammation, pain, and numbness in the affected leg.…
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