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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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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…
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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…
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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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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…
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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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The western diet is notorious for its processed meats, sugary foods, refined grains, and low intake of fruits and vegetables – which all have negative impacts on chronic pain relief. Poor diet is the leading cause of mortality and can be modified. Our diet can enhance the behavior of the nervous, immune, and endocrine systems,…
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A joint is any place where one bone meets another in your body. Joints are the spaces with the connective tissue that allow you to bend your limbs, turn your head or clench your fists. When your joints don’t move or can’t function as they should, you’ll find your body’s overall functionality is quickly compromised.…
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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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Dr. Jackson discusses tips and tricks to sit and stand with better posture. We all catch ourselves with poor posture from time to time, which can cause many complications and health risks throughout the years. In Video 1, Dr. Jackson mentions the importance of posture while sitting in a chair. For the best posture,…
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