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Causes and Solutions for Unresolved Pain After Spine Surgery

Still in pain after spine surgery? You’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not out of options. If your surgical procedure didn’t align with your expectations and deliver the relief you were looking for, or your symptoms have returned, it may have left you feeling frustrated about where to turn next. In the latest episode…

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Medical Gaslighting: A Woman’s Fight to Be Heard and Treated for Her Pain

May is Women’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness about women’s health issues and celebrate the strength and resilience of women. There isn’t a better example of this strength than the story of a VSI patient named Jakki.  Jakki came to Dr. Haines after desperately searching for 20+ years to understand what was causing…

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Travel Tips to Avoid Back Pain on Spring Break

Traveling to exciting destinations for spring break should be a relaxing experience, not a painful one. However, long flights and road trips can quickly turn into a backache if you’re not careful. Airplane seats often lack proper lumbar support and promote a slouched, “C” shaped posture that can put stress on your spine. Long hours…

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As Seen on Fox5 DC: Neurologist’s Tips to Prevent Stress-Related Pain

We often view stress as a mental and emotional burden, but it can also manifest physically in the form of pain. From migraines and jaw pain to muscle tightness, neck and back pain, chronic tension, and fatigue, the link between stress and physical pain is stronger than most realize. April is National Stress Awareness Month,…

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Resolving Back Pain: Quick Fixes vs. Lasting Relief

Lower back pain is something most of us encounter at some point, and unfortunately, many of us find ourselves trapped in an endless loop of temporary fixes. From massage and muscle relaxants to acupuncture and chiropractic adjustments, the options seem endless. But do these treatments truly offer lasting relief? In this episode of the Get…

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Featured in National Enquirer: How to Prevent Injuries on the Basketball Court

As March Madness ignites basketball fever across the country, more fans are getting out their sneakers and hitting local courts. But with the rise in recreational play comes a concerning trend: a spike in basketball-related injuries. According to a ValuePenguin analysis of CPSC NEISS data from 2012 to 2021, basketball leads all sports in emergency…

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Patient Testimonial: Traveling Without Chronic Back Pain

For many people, travel is a source of excitement — exploring new destinations, making memories with loved ones, or simply stepping away from everyday life. But for those suffering from chronic back pain, the idea of long flights, road trips, or even carrying a suitcase can turn that excitement into anxiety. The good news? There…

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How Inflammation Causes Headaches | What You Can Do About It

When it comes to chronic and painful headaches and migraines, there isn’t one easy fix that works for everyone. Triggers are often very individualized and based on a variety of things including genetics, stress, sleep, caffeine, and a whole host of other environmental and lifestyle factors. That said, there is one larger overarching topic that…