4 Steps To Drug-free Pain Management at Home

Did you know, according to The National Institutes of Health (NIH), more than 126 million Americans suffer from pain?

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In fact, over 25 million are suffering from chronic pain, which is the most common cause of long-term disability in the United States.

Drug-free Pain Management

Often, we find opioids and prescription painkillers associated with treatments for chronic pain, but with the ongoing national conversation surrounding the opioid crisis, research shows that nearly 78% of Americans are interested in finding alternative ways to manage their pain without the use of prescription medications. You can read more about opioid dependency on ANR Clinic.

There are a variety of drug-free pain management options available, and relief may often be found by using a combination of these options. Many are available to you at home.

TENS Therapy

Although previously only available in professional medical settings, TENS technology is now available for use at home.

Omron was the first brand to offer a TENS device for at-home use, and they’ve invested in creating a full range of TENS products to help pain sufferers alleviate their symptoms.

TENS therapy works by sending stimulating pulses across the surface of the skin and along nerve strands through the use of Long Life pads.

These pulses help to block pain signals from reaching the brain to effectively alleviate chronic pain symptoms.

Plus, you’ll find that Omron’s TENS devices use the same trusted technology you’d find in a doctor or physical therapist’s office, so you can get relief wherever you are.

Exercise

Regular activity not only improves muscle tone, strength, and flexibility, but it has also been shown to build strength and lower stress.

Less stress means better heart health and a lower risk of sore muscles due to tension.

Relaxation

Speaking of tension, relaxation techniques are an excellent way to release tension in the body through targeted exercises such as pilates, yoga, and controlled breathing.

Sleep

In addition to not getting rest, a lack of sleep can do a number on you physically. No sleep may cause your blood pressure to be raised, therefore putting a strain on your heart and circulatory system.

In fact, nearly 1 in 2 U.S. adults have high blood pressure, a leading risk factor for heart attack and stroke. May is Stroke Awareness Month and you can easily self-monitor at home with an OMRON EVOLV Blood Pressure Monitor.

Besides, long-term stress can cause the muscles to stay continuously tense and painful, which could cause headaches and neck strain.

Getting more sleep helps alleviate many of these aches and pains in addition to helping to maintain lower blood pressure.

How do you handle pain management at home?

Omron’s Max Power Relief TENS device is an easy-to-use, customizable drug-free pain management tool. It features 15 levels of intensity to offer users the pain therapy that best fits their needs.

It also offers 9 pre-set modes for more tailored pain therapy with 6 pain modes (shoulder, lower back, arm, foot, leg, joint) and 3 massage-like modes (rub, tap, knead). Plus, it’s sleek and portable making it a great on-the-go option.