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SLEEP AND PAIN: A CLINICAL GUIDE
Introduction: It is helpful to begin from the premise that pain is not an object; it is a type of event. Pain is a way of being-in-the-world. Bourke 2013 As Bourke stated above, pain is an experience typically dichotomized in the healthcare field as acute and chronic pain. This classification is based on a few factors, including the time-frame of pain chronicity, the presence of an identifiable mechanism of injury (MOI), or a distinct pathophysiological/pathoanatomical probl

Michael Ray
Nov 6, 202226 min read


The Guide to Tendonitis
Have you ever been told you have “tendonitis,” golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow, or jumper’s knee? Tendonitis is a common concern among those...

Michael Ray
Oct 7, 202218 min read


The Guide to Low Back Pain
Part 1 - Introduction to Low Back pain Most humans will experience low back pain (LBP) at some point in their life. Despite the prevalence of LBP, there remains significant misinformation surrounding why it occurs. In this guide we will bring clarity to the discussion based on current research evidence, while outlining a path forward for management. Let's get started. What is low back pain? Low back pain is defined as pain that occurs below the 12th ribs to the inferior glute

Michael Ray
Aug 12, 202245 min read


The Guide to Shoulder Pain
Have you ever been told you have "tight" upper traps causing shoulder pain? Perhaps someone has said your shoulder blade moves abnormally...

Michael Ray
Jul 4, 202255 min read


The Guide to Neck Pain
Have you ever suffered from neck pain? Perhaps you woke one morning with a “crick” in your neck, or you’ve been diagnosed with “whiplash”...

Michael Ray
Jun 25, 202235 min read


The Guide to Knee Meniscus Tears
The medical machine acts quickly. This is a good thing when situations are dire and life or limb are at stake. However, in less serious...

Michael Ray
Jun 20, 202224 min read
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