Pain and Fatigue Blog
Stress-Sleep-Spirit-Sexuality Program
Brain-Neuro-Psych Program
This information is for educational purposes only, to facilitate quality conversations between patients and their personal physician(s). Several additional considerations are required to safely administer any protocol for an individual. This information is NOT intended to diagnose, treat or encourage self-treatment of any medical condition.
Do's
- Explore Treatment Options–Benefits, Risks and Alternatives
- Be Patient with Healing
- Balance Education, Lifestyle, and Treatments
Dont's
- Expect a Quick Fix for a Chronic Problem
- Take Medications unless symptoms are interfering; chose non- addictive agents
Articles and Links
Lifestyle Factors
Second Tier Agents
Mind-Body
psychotherapy
exercise
journaling/meditation
bodywork/massage
acupuncture
biofeedback
vagus nerve
Gut & Food
Gut: Absorption, Bowels
Gluten
Pro-Inflammatory Foods:Â Trans Oils, Sugar, Processed Foods, Preservatives, Glyphosate
Surgery

Inflammation Program
This page is under development. Working links will provide starting information. Please let us know about your interest in this page by emailing us here, and check back soon.
References from Pubmed
Managing Chronic Inflammation.2006
Essential Fatty Acids (Fish Oils, Omega-3 Oils, other) (new tab)
Nothing-Boring-About-Boron.2015 (for inflammation) More on Boron here
Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)

Immune, Allergy & Infection Program
References (from pubmed)
Managing Chronic Inflammation.2006
Essential Fatty Acids (Fish Oils, Omega-3 Oils, other) (new tab)
Nothing-Boring-About-Boron.2015 (for inflammation)Â Â More on Boron here
Low-Grade Inflammation in Chronic Infectious Diseases Paradigm of Periodontal Infections
Adipose Tissue Inflammation- A Cause or Consequence of Obesity-Related Insulin Resistance
Sjogrens

Immune, Allergy & Infection Program
Lupus has two forms, Systemic (Systemic Lupus Erythematosis, SLE), and Dermal (skin only). It is an autoimmune condition that attacks the blood vessels. In SLE, the kidneys and brain can be involved…
References (from pubmed)
Managing Chronic Inflammation.2006
Essential Fatty Acids (Fish Oils, Omega-3 Oils, other) (new tab)
Nothing-Boring-About-Boron.2015 (for inflammation)Â Â More on Boron here
Low-Grade Inflammation in Chronic Infectious Diseases Paradigm of Periodontal Infections
Adipose Tissue Inflammation- A Cause or Consequence of Obesity-Related Insulin Resistance
Shoulder Pain Program
Do's
Explore Treatment Options–Benefits, Risks and Alternatives
Be Patient with Healing
Think in 2-3 month “Rounds”
Balance Strength, Stretch and Awareness
Think “Regionally”: at least one joint above and below
Dont's
Expect a Quick Fix for a Chronic Problem
Take “Pain Killers” before activities
Repetitive Motion (Biking)
Allow more than one steroid injection unless you are awaiting a joint replacement
Lifestyle Factors
Exercises ~ 3x/k
heat 20 min
PENDING images!
ice 20 min
Topical
Ice
Heat
DMSO (70%, can include Hyaluronic Acid, Menthol Essential Oil)
Lidocaine Patch
Magnesium Gel
Modalities
Heat and Cold
Exercise
Acupuncture
Massage
Feldenkrais
Gut & Food
Gut: Absorption, Bowels
Gluten
Pro-Inflammatory Foods:Â Trans Oils, Sugar, Processed Foods, Preservatives, Glyphosate
Core Nutrients
Omega-3 Oils (Essential Fatty Acids)
Fat-Based Vitamins:  Vitamin D, Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Vitamin E
Second Tier Agents
Products
Pharmaceuticals
Current Pharmaceuticals: Interactions, Side-Effects, Metabolism
NSAIDs
Narcotics
Synvisc injection
Raynaud’s

Immune, Allergy & Infection Program
Lupus has two forms, Systemic (Systemic Lupus Erythematosis, SLE), and Dermal (skin only). It is an autoimmune condition that attacks the blood vessels. In SLE, the kidneys and brain can be involved…
References (from pubmed)
Managing Chronic Inflammation.2006
Essential Fatty Acids (Fish Oils, Omega-3 Oils, other) (new tab)
Nothing-Boring-About-Boron.2015 (for inflammation)Â Â More on Boron here
Low-Grade Inflammation in Chronic Infectious Diseases Paradigm of Periodontal Infections
Adipose Tissue Inflammation- A Cause or Consequence of Obesity-Related Insulin Resistance
Sjogren’s Syndrome

Immune, Allergy & Infection Program
Lupus has two forms, Systemic (Systemic Lupus Erythematosis, SLE), and Dermal (skin only). It is an autoimmune condition that attacks the blood vessels. In SLE, the kidneys and brain can be involved…
References (from pubmed)
Managing Chronic Inflammation.2006
Essential Fatty Acids (Fish Oils, Omega-3 Oils, other) (new tab)
Nothing-Boring-About-Boron.2015 (for inflammation)Â Â More on Boron here
Low-Grade Inflammation in Chronic Infectious Diseases Paradigm of Periodontal Infections
Adipose Tissue Inflammation- A Cause or Consequence of Obesity-Related Insulin Resistance