Infrared therapy is a light-based treatment for decreasing inflammation and pain in any body part. Unlike ultraviolet light which can damage the skin, infrared light actually increases cell regeneration and can be delivered to specific areas along a spectrum of wavelengths that promote cell repair. It’s the heat we feel when in sunlight. The skin… Continue reading Infrared Therapy
Category: Living With Chronic Pain
How Does Sleepwear Impact Pain Levels?
Getting a good night's sleep is key to good health. Without it all bodily functions suffer. Chronic pain often prevents us from achieving that goal. From falling asleep, to staying asleep, to its quality. That’s why it’s so important to understand how investing in- mattresses, linens, sound machines, eye masks, ear buds, blankets, pillows, and… Continue reading How Does Sleepwear Impact Pain Levels?
Are Headphones or Earplugs the Solution?
Are headphones or ear buds the answer to a good night's sleep? Sound is measured by decibels, abbreviated db. The scale is logarithmic, meaning the loudness isn’t proportional to the sound intensity. Instead it escalates quickly. A 20 decibel sound is ten times louder than one at 10 db. Anything at or below 70 db… Continue reading Are Headphones or Earplugs the Solution?
Noise Pollution Impacts Sleep
Silence is golden. At least when it comes to sleep. Studies have shown a direct relationship between noise and our health. We talk about air and water pollution but rarely discuss the harm noise pollution poses. Noise is defined as any “unwanted or disturbing sound.” The air is constantly filled with sounds. Some can be… Continue reading Noise Pollution Impacts Sleep
Eye Masks
Sleep is a basic need. Without it we can’t survive. But for those of us suffering from chronic pain it seems more elusive than ever. Past posts have outlined how important it is to get 7-9 hours of sleep a night. And we’ve also discussed how the lights from reading, watching TV, even seemingly innocuous… Continue reading Eye Masks