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6 Ways to Lessen the Pain and Recovery Time after Knee Surgery

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Facing normal post-op pain from major knee surgeries such as ACL repair, meniscus repair, and knee replacement can be intimidating. But you can cut back on the knee pain and recovery time. Here are some tips to help you put your best foot (or knee) forward. 1. Take care of the wound. When in bed […]

6 Non-Surgical Remedies for Back Pain

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“Oh!” you gasp as your feet touch the floor and you reach for the chirping alarm. You wonder whether your back pain is here to stay. According to the American Chiropractic Association, back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. Good news! There are lots of effective home treatments for back pain. 1. […]

6 Ways to Lessen the Pain and Recovery Time after Knee Surgery

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6 Non-Surgical Remedies for Back Pain

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6 Ways to Lessen the Pain and Recovery Time after Knee Surgery

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Facing normal post-op pain from major knee surgeries such as ACL repair, meniscus repair, and knee replacement can be intimidating.

But you can cut back on the knee pain and recovery time.

Here are some tips to help you put your best foot (or knee) forward.

1. Take care of the wound.

When in bed or sitting, elevate your leg to improve blood circulation.

Also, follow the doctor’s instructions on keeping the wound clean and dry and apply ice packs or cold or heated compresses as directed.

2. Stick to the rehab program.

Keeping up with the rehab plan laid out by your physical therapist or doctor is vital.

The initial days following your knee surgery will involve a lot of rest. However, your therapist will likely emphasize that a little physical activity is much better than none.

Shift positions in bed every hour or two. If needed, use a cane or crutches to walk around some. Moving will circulate blood through the wounded area, speed recovery, and reduce the time you are in pain.

Your doctor will clear you to exercise after the initial recovery phase. But that doesn’t mean you won’t have pain. But low impact activities like walking, swimming, and stationary biking will strengthen your legs and promote faster healing.

3. Avoid setbacks.

Your doctor and physical therapist will probably warn you about exerting yourself too hard soon after knee surgery.

Lifting and moving heavy objects, heavy weightlifting, and too much exercise can reinjure your tender knee.

4. Build a healthier lifestyle.

Rehabbing after surgery is a golden opportunity to form and reinforce good habits.

Eat better. Try to cut back on or eliminate poor eating habits. Extra body weight puts extra pressure on your knees.
Stop drinking. Alcohol adds calories to your diet and can be dangerous when consumed with pain medications such as opioids and NSAIDs.
Stop smoking. In addition to its well-known health hazards, smoking slows the healing process by shrinking blood vessels.

Taking better care of yourself will promote faster healing.

5. Take medication.

Immediately after surgery, the anesthesiologist may inject a peripheral nerve block at the surgery site, which will numb the area for 24 hours.

When this wears off, you have options for pain relief, including OTC medications like acetaminophen and NSAIDs (Tylenol and aspirin) and prescription opioids (oxycodone). As opioids are addictive, make sure to take them for as short a duration as possible.

6. Consult a pain management specialist.

Depending on your condition, health history, and preferences, a certified pain management specialist can help you choose treatments and medications.

We Specialize in Pain Management

Are you suffering from post-surgery pain? At Texas Pain Physicians, our pain doctors are board-certified in pain management.

Please give us a call at (972) 636-5727 to set up an appointment today!

6 Non-Surgical Remedies for Back Pain

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“Oh!” you gasp as your feet touch the floor and you reach for the chirping alarm. You wonder whether your back pain is here to stay.

According to the American Chiropractic Association, back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide.

Good news! There are lots of effective home treatments for back pain.

1. Use topical treatments.

If you have severe back pain accompanied by inflammation, apply an ice pack or cold compress to help reduce inflammation.

A warm or hot compress can also relieve pain by loosening up muscles.

2. Use OTC medications.

Here are some common over-the-counter medications that can provide temporary pain relief:

Muscle relaxants
Tylenol (acetaminophen) and aspirin
Ibuprofen and naproxen (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
Topical pain relief products (ointments, sprays, gels, creams)

3. Do some stretching and exercise.

To recover from back pain, you need to move and do some exercise.

Try to do low-impact physical activities such as walking, biking, and swimming.

For severe back pain, light exercise and gentle stretching such as light yoga or chair yoga can help gradually restore normal movement and extension without causing too much discomfort.

For chronic (non-severe) back pain, exercises that strengthen the core can reduce pain over time.

4. Try therapeutics.

Therapeutic methods can lessen and eliminate back pain. Patients report positive results from massages, chiropractic alignment, bioelectric therapy, and acupuncture.

5. Eat a healthier diet.

Inflammation is a common cause of chronic pain. A diet high in processed foods, simple carbohydrates, and refined sugar can cause and worsen inflammation.

Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole foods can decrease inflammation. Whole foods are foods that have been processed as little as possible and contain no additives or substances.

6. Try sleep hygiene and sleep aids.

Getting enough sleep lowers stress, allows the body to heal faster, and increases pain tolerance.

Practice good sleep hygiene by going to bed at the same time every night and avoiding exposure to screens that emit blue light.

Try to stop watching TV and using cell phones and computers at least an hour before bedtime.

Sleep aid supplements like melatonin and magnesium may help induce sleep.

7. Try some stress relief methods.

Stress can contribute to chronic back pain. Cognitive-behavioral therapy and meditation may help relieve stress.

Back Pain Treatment at Texas Pain Physicians

You don’t need to settle for a back pain-filled life a day longer. Texas Pain Physicians has board-certified doctors specialized in pain management who can help you discover the right treatments for you.

Give us a call at (972) 636-5727 or schedule an appointment online today!

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Irving, TX 75039

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Mesquite, TX 75149

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Farmers Branch, TX 75234

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Plano, Texas 75093.

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Rockwall, TX 75032

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San Antonio, TX 78258

(210) 546-1410
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Southlake, TX 76092

(972) 301-8896
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(972) 997-1298

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8221 Mid Cities Blvd, Ste 100
North Richland Hills, TX 76182

(214) 666-8077
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(469) 640-6400

WAXAHACHIE
600 Ferris Ave
Waxahachie, TX 75165

(972) 497-2655
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(214) 238-5242

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6 Ways to Lessen the Pain and Recovery Time after Knee Surgery

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6 Non-Surgical Remedies for Back Pain

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6 Ways to Lessen the Pain and Recovery Time after Knee Surgery

1. Take care of the wound.

2. Stick to the rehab program.

3. Avoid setbacks.

4. Build a healthier lifestyle.

5. Take medication.

6. Consult a pain management specialist.

We Specialize in Pain Management

6 Non-Surgical Remedies for Back Pain

1. Use topical treatments.

2. Use OTC medications.

3. Do some stretching and exercise.

4. Try therapeutics.

5. Eat a healthier diet.

6. Try sleep hygiene and sleep aids.

7. Try some stress relief methods.

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