Why Sleep Deprivation Worsens Pain: Chronic Pain and Sleep
If you live with chronic pain, you’ve likely noticed a frustrating pattern: the worse your pain, the harder it is to sleep; the less you sleep, the worse your pain feels. This isn’t just anecdotal. A growing body of research confirms that sleep deprivation and pain are deeply interconnected, creating a cycle that can be…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Nervous System’s Role in Chronic Pain
If you live with chronic pain, you’ve probably noticed that it’s not just a sore back or achy joints. Pain can feel all encompassing. That’s because your nervous system plays such a major role in chronic pain. This article will explore how chronic pain and the nervous system are interconnected. We’ll discuss strategies for calming…
Read MoreAnatomical Atlas of the Upper Limb Lesson Preview: The Pectoralis Major Muscle
A spotlight from the Anatomical Atlas of the Upper Limb Related to Neuromodulator Injections and Management of Spasticity The Pectoralis Major muscle is a critical component of the anterior chest wall and plays an important role in upper limb mobility and function. As the superior and largest muscle of the anterior thorax, it is often…
Read MoreNew Anatomical Model with Fat Pads for Aesthetic Injection Education
We’re excited to announce a powerful upgrade to the Medical Aesthetic Injections Considerations and Approaches course on Myoguide Academy: the release of our enhanced 3D-anatomical head and neck model, Martha with Fat Pads. This updated model takes medical aesthetic injection education to the next level giving learners the ability to explore facial fat pads in…
Read MoreChronic Pain-Friendly Meal Prep: How to Eat Well Without the Extra Effort
When you live with chronic pain, tasks like grocery shopping, meal prep, cooking, or washing dishes can feel overwhelming. However, eating well is one of the most powerful tools you have for managing your symptoms. The good news? Healthy meals don’t have to be complicated or exhausting. With a little planning, meal prep can be…
Read MoreChronic Pain in Sexual & Gender Minority (SGM) Adults: Lessons from the PRIDE Study
A July 2024 analysis published in Pain Medicine used data from the PRIDE Study, an American cohort of LGBTQ+ adults, to explore chronic pain patterns in sexual and gender minority (SGM) individuals. Study Overview 6,189 American adults completed the 2022 PRIDE questionnaire; of those who completed the pain questions, 2,935 reported experiencing chronic pain (lasting…
Read MoreHow to Stay Engaged in Your Chronic Pain Care Between Appointments
When you live with chronic pain, much of your care happens outside the doctor’s office. The space between medical appointments can feel long, uncertain, and overwhelming—but it’s also where meaningful self-care and progress can happen. That’s where the I-Engage Academy comes in. This free online resource is designed to help you stay supported, informed, and…
Read MoreLearn How CBT Techniques Can Help You Feel More in Control of Chronic Pain
Living with chronic pain isn’t just about managing physical symptoms, it’s about navigating the emotional, mental, and social toll that pain can take over time. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques can help manage a multitude of factors that impact chronic pain. CBT is a proven approach used in mental health care that helps people shift…
Read MoreThe Gut-Pain Connection: The Role of Gut Health in Chronic Pain
Did you know that your gut health might be affecting your chronic pain? Your digestive system and nervous system are more connected than you think. Recent research is showing that gut health plays a powerful role in how we experience and manage chronic pain. This article will explore how it works and how you can…
Read MoreClinical Guide to Spasticity Management: Comparison of Phenol, Cryotherapy, Botulinum Toxins, and Injection Guidance Techniques
Spasticity, which often arises from upper motor neuron syndromes (e.g., stroke, cerebral palsy, or spinal cord injury), leads to abnormal muscle tone and impaired mobility. Treatment involves a combination of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies, with local interventions like phenol neurolysis, cryotherapy, and botulinum toxin injections serving as the foundation of targeted spasticity management. Injection guidance…
Read MoreSneak Peek of the Frontalis Muscle Lesson: Anatomical Atlas of the Head and Neck Course
In our Anatomical Atlas of the Head & Neck Related to Neuromodulator Injection and the Management of Spasticity course on the Myoguide Academy, we take a deep dive into the anatomy, function, and injection techniques for muscles like the Frontalis to ensure safe and effective treatments. This article will give you a sneak peek into…
Read MorePatient Activation: A Learnable Skill for Better Pain Management
Living with chronic pain can feel overwhelming, but one factor that significantly improves health outcomes is patient activation—an individual’s knowledge, skills, and confidence in managing their health and healthcare. The good news? Patient activation is not an inherent trait but a skill that can be learned and strengthened over time. What is Patient Activation? Patient…
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