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chronic pain treatment
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 Most chronic pain is caused from muscles and soft tissue. Hans Kraus, MD, renowned author and physician, described protocols for treating each of the four different types of muscle pain: trigger points, spasm, tension and muscle deficiency (weak or stiff muscles). Trigger points are tender knots within muscles. Theses tender points may refer pain to joints, extremities, or cause headaches and dizziness. Spasm often occurs when a muscle is injured or there is an underlying problem with metabolism such as hormone or nutritional deficiencies. Tension results in chronic contraction and shortening of muscles, which causes pain. Muscle deficiencies such as tight hamstrings or weak stomach muscles often result in back pain. Most patients with chronic pain have a combination of these four types of muscle pain. Dr. Starr utilizes Dr. Kraus’ techniques for treating the four types of muscle pain.
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 Patients who require treatment for pain often require trigger point injections and follow-up physical therapy. If an entire muscle requires treatment, a local anesthetic is injected to diminish pain both during and after the procedure. After the local anesthetic, several injections into the affected muscle are performed. Patients are usually given medication to decrease pain. We require patients to obtain a ride to and from their appointment. Therapy includes electric stimulation and specific exercises for three days after the injections. Two muscles per week are treated. Several weeks of treatment may be required.
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 Chronic pain is also sign of low voltage in the body. Dr. Starr uses a bio-modulator designed by Dr. Jerry Tennant, to help raise voltage and alleviate pain and discomfort.
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 Many patients with pain often have hormone imbalances. In addition to muscle & joint pain, heavy metal toxicities (e.g. mercury, lead, and aluminum), Candidiasis, other environmental molds and toxins, chemical sensitivities, inhalant and food allergies all may contribute to headaches and pain.
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 Dr. Starr’s treatment focuses on the underlying metabolic issues as well as soft tissue pain. Arthritis may also be caused by metabolic problems. Proper treatment offers significant relief.
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