Contributed by: Stephanie Reviewed by: Evelyn Corsini, MSW, October 2010 Stephanie, a 48 year old wife and mother, is a native of Indiana. Just over three years ago, I began to experience strange sensations: sudden, temporary, bursts of electrifying pain surging through the left side of my face and head, seemingly triggered by brushing my… Read more »
Month: October 2010
Don’t give up: Stay connected with your medical providers so you don’t miss something new
Contributed by: Virginia Reviewed by: Evelyn Corsini, MSW, October, 2010 Virginia is 72 years old and lives in Massachusetts. She had a 30 year career as a physical therapist. Now she enjoys crafts and loves flower gardening, but it increases her leg pain so she must do this in small amounts of time. She and… Read more »
Managing chronic pain at work
Benefits of working Besides providing a regular source of income, working is important to most people in several ways. People need to feel productive. Being able to work boosts self-esteem and helps you to feel at your productive best. The challenges of work, a job well done, and interactions with co-workers, can be rewarding in… Read more »
Don’t be afraid to discuss money with your health care provider
Money is not a topic that health care providers and patients often discuss. But health care providers need to know as much as possible about you to plan for your best medical care. How able you are to afford health care related expenses, without causing a major impact on your life, is important for your… Read more »
