Month: March 2020

[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” bottom_padding=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_custom_heading text=”Minimizing Impact of Stress and Anxiety for Chronic Pain” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675954689793{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”]The most common causes of stress among adults are related to work, money and health.

If one or more of these are out of balance, then it can lead to stress and anxiety. It makes sense. Each of these is a critical piece to living and enjoying life.

The current health and economic situation may be creating an imbalance in one of more of these areas of your life.

If you suffer from chronic pain, stress and anxiety can drastically increase your symptoms. At Progressive Pain & Rehabilitation we specialize in chronic pain treatment in The Woodlands, Texas and surrounding areas. We are proud to serve the Woodlands area with holistic pain management services and help its community.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][image_with_animation image_url=”5093″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%” margin_bottom=”0″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675954620737{margin-top: -22px !important;}”]Consider some of these stress-relieving activities to take your mind off of current events:

·  Get outside for fresh air, a nice meal, or to watch the sun rise or set
· Take a relaxing bath or soak in the pool
· Tap into your artistic side
· Spend time with loved ones
· Try new recipes
· Learn a new language
· Take an online course
· Read a good book or two or three|
· Try DIY projects for the home or office
· Start a garden

You are not alone. We are in this together and we will get through this together. Our team specialises in chronic pain treatment and pain management in The Woodlands, TX, and is ready to give you the help you need.

If what you are looking for is Pain Management clinic / Doctors in The Woodlands Texas, we are here to help. We will remain open and are committed to keeping the current situation from interrupting your treatment.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40″][vc_column_text]Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0716864014700811?via%3Dihub[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]As we continue to try and push back against the spread of COVID-19, or the Corona Virus, there still has been a great deal of uncertainty in our community. While we do not know what the future holds in terms of a stop to the spread of COVID-19 or even a possible cure there is still much we can do to play our part during these uncertain times. Here are some tips that you can use and share to increase your overall health and help to prevent the further spread of the Corona Virus in our community.

Social Distancing

As you most likely know by now, social distancing is the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Social Distancing has certainly become a buzz word recently and with good reason. Social Distancing has proven to be the best method to slow the spread of the Corona Virus and “flatten the curve.” This means that the Corona Virus thrives when it can spread from person to person (via human contact or respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing), by limiting contact with each other we can not only increase the overall spread but also ensures we don’t have to take up more extreme measures like we have seen New York and other countries adopt. By slowing the spread of the virus, we make sure that those who are sick can receive the treatment they need. Please respect government officials and limit any unnecessary social contact.

Washing Your Hands

Seems simple but you would be surprised at what a little extra hand washing can do. To be specific we aren’t talking about a quick rinse or a fast wash either. By now, we have all heard the correct form for hand washing but we wanted to repeat it below verbatim from the CDC website:

1. Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap.
2. Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.
3. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice.
4. Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.
5. Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.

Making sure that you wash your hand often with soap and water is a great way to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 (and just good hygiene). Wash your hands early and often as well after you cough or sneeze. Please also remember to cover your coughs with your elbow rather than your hand (sneezes too).

Social Distancing and frequent, correct hand washing are the two most often recommended and best methods for preventing the spread of COVID-19. Below are some other tips for staying healthy and slowing the spread of the Corona Virus.[/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”5075″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1585251940773{margin-top: 40px !important;}”]

Disinfecting

It is never a bad idea to clean and disinfect your household. Now more than ever you should be practicing good health and keeping a clean disinfected home. Wiping down countertops, door handles, faucets, and other surfaces is a good way to kill germs and prevent the spread of disease.

Be Smart with Facemasks

The use of facemasks is probably the biggest misconception right now. Many people have been wearing facemasks whether they or sick or not. Those that are sick or those that are caring for the sick are the ones that need to be wearing facemasks. If you are not sick or caring for the sick you do not need to be wearing a mask. This is important because these facemasks are in short supply right now and the people that need them do not have access to them. If you practice social distancing and good hygiene you will be healthy without a mask.

If You Are Sick

Some people are still unsure of what to do if they are sick. The World Healthcare Organization (WHO) has stated that if you are sick there are a couple of things you should do. When first experiencing symptoms, make sure to call your doctor and see what medical advice he or she has. Often, they will suggest isolating yourself at home. If it is a mild case, COVID-19 can be managed from home. If you need medical treatment it is important to not take public transportation and to limit social contact as much as possible until you are seen by a physician.

Use these tips to help do your part as we all work to get through these uncertain times. We will get through this if we all do our part and continue to work together to slow the spread of COVID-19.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]