Category Archives: Chronic Pain

Fibromyalgia and “the other stuff”

Fibromyalgia patients often have many more symptoms than muscle pain. Central sensitisation is an explaination as to why this occurs.

Strengthen Your Core – Hip Clamshell Exercise

At Stover Chiropractic, P.C. I’m often asked by patients with low back pain, sciatica, numbness, tingling, or fibromyalgia, “What can I do at home to help strengthen my back?”

Chiropractic Adjustments and Low-Level Laser Therapy in the Management of Cervical Facet Dysfunction: A Randomized Controlled Study

Here’s a copy of a post at “The Recovery Blog” by Dr. Rick Rosa. At Stover Chiropractic P.C. I’ve used “cold laser” or “low level laser” for nearly two years now. I’ve found it a wonderful help when treating fibromyalgia, tendinitis, sciatica, bursitis, and low back pain to name a few. It isn’t limited to…

Fibromyalgia Insights

Mechanicsville, Virginia - Fibromyalgia is condition I often see at Stover Chiropractic.  Patients present with widespread pain with multiple tender points on the upper neck, back, shoulders, and hips.  Experts say it is misdiagnosed frequently and I can attest, it is complicated.  Most patients show up in my office having tried painkillers, antidepressants, muscle relaxants, injectables…

Fibromyalgia – Nice Summary Article

Opinions are always changing about fibromyalgia. I came across this article that says a lot in a short space. I appreciated what it says about vaccines and other observations about causes related to the immune system.

Why Chronic Pain?

Muscle and soft tissue injuries are notoriously hard to treat and assess.  As a result, patients are often frustrated and left with many lingering problems after injuries.  Often times chronic pain syndromes are the result of incomplete care.  It is frustrating for all health care practitioners involved.  Most of my fibromyalgia patients can recall THAT…