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Avoid The Instant Gratification Mindset For More Effective Chronic Pain Management

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Dr. Steve Grinstead

Some people develop a “need” for instant gratification (I want it and I want it now). Unfortunately, some of the acute pain medication promises of instant relief lead people into this instant gratification trap to manage a chronic pain problem—they are only interested in the quick fix. Please watch my Video Blog Below and then read the remainder of this post.

Dr. Grinstead Presents At The North Carolina Physicians Health Program

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Dr. Steve Grinstead

was honored and excited to be invited to present at the North Carolina Physicians Health Program (NCPHP) this weekend in Asheville North Carolina. My presentation is about managing pain and medication in recovery and it based upon my Addiction-Free Pain Management® System. Please watch my Video Blog below and then read the reminder of the post to learn more.

Five Strategic Tips for Managing Chronic Pain Flare Ups

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Dr. Steve Grinstead

If you’re living with chronic pain like I am it’s crucial to learn to learn how to manage your pain flare ups—sometimes called recurrent acute pain. In this Blog I want to give you five simple tips for managing these pain flare ups and achieving freedom from suffering. But first please watch my Video Blog below and then read the reminder of the post to learn more.

How Neuropathic Chronic Pain Management Is Different

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Dr. Steve Grinstead

If you are living with neuropathic pain like I am you know that the treatment can be frustrating and often ineffective. While acute short-term pain is usually easy to manage and many chronic pain conditions can be treated effectively, neuropathic pain management can be a major treatment challenge for both patients and their healthcare providers. Please watch my Video Blog below and then read the remainder of this post.

Chronic Pain Management And The Inner Saboteur

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Dr. Steve Grinstead

This information is designed for people who have experienced problems related to living with chronic pain, but who honestly don’t believe—or don’t want to believe—that they are sabotaging a potentially effective pain management plan. If you or someone you know has a problem with effective chronic pain management this can be the first step towards a better way. To hear some of my thoughts about this please watch my Video Blog below and then read the remainder of this post.

Dr. Grinstead On Chronic Pain Management And The Role of Sleep Disturbances

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Dr. Steve Grinstead

Over the past 30 years I’ve noticed a recurring issue for most of my patients who are challenged with managing a chronic pain condition – without exception, they all experience some type of sleep disturbance.  For some it is minor inconvenience, but for others it can become debilitating. Please watch my Video Blog below and then read the remainder of this post.

Chronic Pain and Addiction in Recovery - Leave the Judgments at the Door

Posted on September 11, 2014 by Dr. Steve Grinstead

Yesterday I was reminded of one of the major problems I see to helping someone with chronic pain and coexisting disorders including addiction. This problem is healthcare providers who shame and blame their patients. Please watch my Video Blog below and then read the remainder of my post.

Dr. Grinstead On When Does Pain Relief Become Drug Seeking Behavior?

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Dr. Steve Grinstead

I have a lot of compassion for healthcare providers who treat chronic pain patients in California. On one hand the DEA is playing big brother and their war on drugs has now moved to a war on pain management. This “war on pain management” must stop. On the other hand some patients are not getting good treatment.  Too much is at stake. Please watch my Video Blog below and then read the remainder of my post.

Looking At Chronic Pain Flare Ups As Learning Opportunities

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Steve Grinstead

Whenever I experience pain, I find it very helpful to ask: “What is my pain trying to tell me?” I believe that pain is trying to tell me that something is wrong and that I had better find out what exactly is wrong and find a way to fix it. Please check out my video blog below and then read the remainder of this post.

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