Pain Advice for the Holidays
For many of us, the holiday season can be summed up in one word: Busy. From shopping and cooking and decorating to traveling and attending parties and other events, the weeks between now and December 31 are some of the busiest of the year. For those living with chronic pain, the holiday season is often [...]
5 Steps to Manage Cold Weather Pain & Chores
Although it may feel like it was only just summertime, the chilly temperatures and harsh conditions of winter are right around the corner. In fact, many parts of the country have already seen temperatures drop below freezing and some snow, so now is the time to get ready to face the winter chill, especially if [...]
Sharon Found Relief
Sharon’s Story Like many patient testimonials we hear at the Heilman Center, Sharon was passionate about spending time with friends and family, working, and volunteering. A strange twist in her back that lingered and intensified was debilitating, with no relief for seven years that made her immobile and feeling helpless, and not able to use [...]
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole 3-15 oz cans mashed sweet potatoes without added sugar 1 tablespoon orange juice 2 large eggs 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup skim milk 3/4 cup pecan, chopped 1/4 cup brown sugar lightly packed 1/4 cup white flour 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup butter melted In a large [...]
Simplifying Thanksgiving
Simplifying Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is traditionally a time when we gather with friends and family to give thanks and kick off the beginning of the holiday season. Putting together a Thanksgiving spread can be overwhelming under the best of circumstances, but almost impossible when you are in pain. Here are some ideas to keep the spirit [...]
Ways to Practice Gratitude
Practice Gratitude Being grateful on a beautiful day when things are going right isn’t too hard; but how do you find gratitude when things are not going well? When we are having a rough time, the last thing we want to do is look on the bright side or focus on the positive. It doesn’t [...]