Until recently, the usage of conventional pain medication was considered the first line of defense for chronic pain management. However, due to the highly addictive nature and serious health complications of many of these powerful medications, safer alternatives are becoming more popular and widely used.
Here are some safe alternatives to help you manage persistent pain in your head, shoulders, knees, and toes.
To Bee or Not To Bee, Get Buzzin’ with a TENS Unit.
Using a TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) device is a safe and effective method of pain relief and electrical stimulation therapy. A portable electrotherapy machine works by sending out tiny electrical pulses through a special gel electrode pad or patch that adheres to your skin. Bonus: our proprietary MaxGel Pro Adhesive Technology ensures the gel electrodes provide the most effective, targeted treatment while delivering a light sensation & comfortable experience.
As your body begins to receive the pulses sent out by the TENS therapy device, it turns off its ability to feel the pain signals as they are sent to your brain. This results in instant, targeted relief to your treatment area. Try our bestselling EMPI Select for optimal relief and recovery.
Get Quills, Not Pills.
Acupuncture has been used for over 3,500 years to treat chronic pain. This pain-free treatment uses small sterile needles to release your own inner endorphins. Endorphins are the natural pain relievers produced by your body. They work by binding to the receptors in your brain to block the perception of pain, similar to pain medications. The increased production of these natural hormones can substantially help reduce your chronic pain.
Red Light, Stop.
Red light therapy uses light energy to ease pain and reduce inflammation while accelerating your body’s healing process. This therapy emits warm and soothing light energy that is proven to temporarily relieve pain, joint pain, and muscle stiffness.
Not Just for Hippies Anymore.
Essential oils have long been valued for their analgesic (pain-relieving) effects in many cultures. There are many ways to benefit from essential oils—some people inhale them (aromatherapy), others include several drops in their massage oil and enjoy them as part of a therapeutic massage. Several oils, including peppermint oil, rosemary, and lavender, are thought to have a significant analgesic (pain-relieving) effect.