DR. ALEX BIGHAM, DC NOVOCUR PAIN MANAGEMENT
4 top treatments athletes use for pain
Whether professionals or just weekend warriors, athletes put tremendous strain on their bodies. For those who play sports like football, basketball or soccer — where contact and collisions are certain — injuries are virtually guaranteed. Not long ago, a single serious injury could end the career of a star athlete or a recreational athlete. Today, […]7 years ago
BY DR. ALEX BIGHAM, DC NOVOCUR PAIN MANAGEMENT
New treatment offers hope for migraine sufferers
About 37 million people in the U.S. suffer from migraine headaches. For many, they are recurring and debilitating. More than 90 percent of the victims are unable to work when a migraine strikes, reports migraine.com. The World Health Organization lists chronic migraine as the 19th-most common cause of disability worldwide. In the U.S., the economic impact of lost […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
New bone marrow procedure holds promise for healing pain
For some people, suffering from medical problems like torn muscles, inflamed tendons and degenerating joints, the cure might literally be within their bodies. In a unique treatment, bone marrow blood rich in stem cells is extracted from a patient, specific ingredients from the marrow are separated, concentrated and injected into damaged or injured areas. Called Bone Marrow […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
Signs of delayed car crash injuries
For a large percentage of the population, vehicle accidents are among the most traumatic events they will ever face. That is especially true if there are immediate injuries to one or more victims. In some instances, accident injuries aren’t detected until days, weeks or even months after the original incident, even though they can be […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
Tips to get ready for a pain-free golf season
As the weather begins to cool, active Arizona residents can emerge from air-conditioned buildings and enjoy being outdoors again. For many, that means golf. It might also mean pain. While golfers don’t experience bone-crunching contact of players in sports like football, basketball or soccer, the beautiful game still takes a heavy physical toll. “A lot […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
Deciding when you need knee surgery
Many athletes know the exact instant they suffered a major knee injury. Often there is a precipitating fall, jump or twist with an accompanying “pop,” followed by pain. For others, knee injuries result from prolonged use. In either instance, knee issues can range from nagging but manageable irritations to situations in which every step involves […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
Six things causing a pain in your neck
No one wants to be known as a pain in the neck. Even worse, however, is dealing with actual, chronic neck pain. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 15 percent of adults suffer from neck pain during any three-month period. That ranks it third behind lower back pain (28 percent) and […]8 years ago
BY DR. ALEX BIGHAM, DC NOVOCUR PAIN MANAGEMENT
Stretches and exercises for carpal tunnel syndrome
If you have ongoing pain or numbness in your thumb or the first three fingers of your hand, you could be experiencing carpal tunnel syndrome. While most people associate the condition with repetitive motion tasks like typing, assembly work, construction work, some sports, etc., there are actually a full range of possible causes. In fact, […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
The real danger of sitting at your desk
This article is Sponsored by Novocur. Sometimes sitting is a good thing. Like after standing in line for several hours or when you need a rest from a long day of activities. But as technology advances, more and more people find themselves tied to their desk. Usually, it’s a good thing when technology makes tasks […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
CrossFit dangers: 5 common injuries and how to deal with them
This article is Sponsored by Novocur. With the exception of signing up for a military boot camp, CrossFit training offers results that surpass virtually any other exercise regimen. It seems everyone knows someone who got in shape with CrossFit and the craze continues to grow. “CrossFit seems to have literally conquered the world of fitness,” […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
How chronic pain can affect your love life
This article is Sponsored by Novocur. A great intimate relationship can be fun, romantic and exciting but people who experience chronic pain often miss out on the ‘warm and fuzzy’ feeling of being in love. Sometimes the emotional impacts of chronic pain can be as debilitating as the pain itself. Depression, anxiety and anger often coincide […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
Losing weight could mean relief for chronic pain sufferers
This article is Sponsored by Novocur. Add chronic pain to the list of health problems linked to being overweight. A study of more than 1 million Americans found a link between obesity and pain, even among people who were otherwise healthy, reports webmd.com. Prior to the study, the general assumption was overweight individuals experienced more pain […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
New stem cell procedures help Weekend Warriors recover faster
This article is Sponsored by Novocur. At the inception of human life, a miraculous process occurs. Cells begin dividing, replicating and changing to create all the muscles, tissues and organs creating a new person. Unlocking that process could be the key to curing virtually any injury, illness or disease. Regenerative medicine is a game-changing area […]8 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
4 keys to understanding chronic pain and insomnia
This article is Sponsored by Novocur. The relationship between sleep and pain is complex. Chronic pain can cause sleep deprivation, and the lack of sleep may heighten the sense of pain, making getting a good night’s sleep almost impossible. Many patients with back pain also experience sleep deprivation issues. A sleeping disorder associated with chronic […]9 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
The surprising link between sugar and chronic pain
This article is Sponsored by Novocur. The connection between sugar and diabetes has been well established. But high sugar diets aren’t just hazardous for diabetics. It turns out, the sweet stuff appears to be a bigger health risk than ever imagined. The connection between obesity and sugar is a complicating factor for many health issues. […]9 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
5 tips to avoid knee surgery
This article is Sponsored by Novocur. Whether you’re a professional athlete, a recreational jogger, a reluctant golfer or a city league softball player, probably no part of your body endures more abuse than your knees. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports total knee replacements in the U.S. exceed 700,000 every year. That number […]9 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
5 common running injuries you can avoid
Cooler weather means people will be headed outdoors for outside activities. Runners especially love this time of year. The wide variety of upcoming races in the Valley give runners extra motivation to step up their game. Increased training and activity also ups the potential for race-related injuries. Here are some common problems runners experience and some […]9 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
7 delayed injury symptoms after a car crash
Vehicle accidents are generally horrific experiences — even when the damage is not severe. Everyone reacts differently to a crash. Some experience a mental fog, making it difficult to think or focus. Others might find their minds flooded by thoughts and concerns. In addition to the mental trauma and emotional disorientation, sometimes vehicle accidents cause […]9 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
Is your gut problem a pain in your back?
When you are in the mountains or in a canyon, it can be difficult to determine the source of sounds. The nooks and crannies of the geography do strange things to the sound waves. Sometimes a noise from a distant ridge seems close while a nearby sound might be barely audible. Identifying the cause of […]9 years ago
Dr. Alex Bigham, DC Novocur Pain Management
How to tell the difference between a headache and a migraine
Headaches are never fun. Severe headaches can be so debilitating the sufferer is unable to function until the pain stops, which sometimes can take hours or days.9 years ago
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