Archive for 'Pain Points' Category
Dr. Bruce McCormack on minimally invasive carpal tunnel surgery
KGO’s Carolyn Johnson talks to Saint Francis’ Bruce McCormack, M.D., on the latest minimally invasive techniques for carpal tunnel. KGO ABC 7, May 13, 2011.
Free Super-Seminar: “One Stop to Stop Pain” June 16, 5:30pm-8:00pm
Is joint or muscle pain keeping you from the activities you enjoy? Good news: you don’t have to run all over town seeing different specialists. You can get comprehensive, customized care from a multi-disciplinary team of leading physicians and therapists—all under one roof. Come hear leading specialists at Saint Francis talk about the latest developments [...]
You’re Invited! Free Super Seminar “One Stop to Stop Pain”
Is joint or muscle pain keeping you from the activities you enjoy? Good news: you don’t have to run all over town seeing different specialists. You can get comprehensive, customized care from a multi-disciplinary team of leading physicians and therapists—all under one roof. Come hear leading specialists at Saint Francis talk about the latest [...]
Super-Seminar Physician Panel Announced
We are pleased to announce the panel of physician experts that will be on hand to answer your questions at our upcoming “Pain Stops Here” Super-Seminar this Thursday, November 18th from 5:30pm to 7:30 pm. Each of them is recognized for their experience and excellence in treating joint, spine, foot and sports related pain. Dr. [...]
Pain Stops Here: Super Seminar Invitation
November 18, 5:30-7:30 PM 900 Hyde Street (at Pine), San Francisco Space is limited. RSVP at 800.333.1355 or email judith.bolker@chw.edu www.painstopshere.saintfrancismemorial.org Are you suffering from constant pain in the back, neck, hips or knees? Is it keeping you from the activities you enjoy? Find out what you can do to stop it. We’re the Bay [...]
Self-Help for Pain: Massage
Massage is not just for people who go to spas. It has proven medical benefits and is a great way to reduce pain and swelling and relax sore or tired muscles. It also provides a profound sense of well-being. There are many types of massage available – some more vigorous than others. Swedish, Sports or [...]
Self-Help for Pain: Contrast Baths
Today’s self-help for pain tip is contrast baths. Contrast baths use both warm and cold water soaking to reduce pain and speed recovery. To use this tip you will want to have two water baths – one around 105-110 degrees and one around 50-60 degrees . Begin with the warm bath and soak your hand [...]
Self-help for Pain: REST
As part of our “Stop The Pain” campaign we are offering tips on things can do to control your pain. Today’s tip: REST. If it hurts - it’s best not to do it. Bed rest, splinting or wrapping a painful joint can help a painful back or limb relax. But remember – extended bed rest [...]