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While it may appear counter intuitive to engage in physical activity as pain management to joint pain, studies have shown the benefits of staying in motion. This is because the more you move your body, the less joint stiffness you will experience s...

15 Feb , 2016

Worker’s Compensation FAQs

Are there benefits when you return to work? Yes, studies have shown that returning to work in particular and to an active life in general can facilitate your faster recovery from injury. You will also find that it may increase your benefits, includ...

11 Feb , 2016

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

The following is presented by the Regenerative Medicine program at Healthpointe: What is a diabetic foot ulcer? A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that occurs in individuals with diabetes, and typically the ulcer is located on the...

6 Feb , 2016

Sleep Away the Pain!

A good night’s sleep has been proven to increase daytime alertness, facilitate weight management, and improve mood, among other benefits. But did you know that getting more sleep can also improve your tolerance for pain or reduce your pain episodes...

29 Jan , 2016

Returning to Work Is a Team Effort

After you have been injured on the job, you have to take time off from work for your proper recovery and return to work. Returning too soon can worsen your injuries in the same way that returning too late can lessen your recovery time. Indeed, retu...

26 Jan , 2016

Got Arthritis Pain? Here’s What You Need to Know About Supplements

When it comes to arthritis pain relief, it is crucial to explore all possibilities to enjoy inflammation relief. Doctors at any of the Healthpointe clinics, such as the one in Anaheim near Fullerton, Placentia, Villa Park, Buena Park, Cypress, Cerr...

22 Jan , 2016

Is There a Stigma To Drug Screening?

Drug screening is a sensitive issue for employers and employees. On one hand, employers will hesitate about the time, effort and money required to establish a drug screening process. On the other hand, employees may hesitate to do the drug screenin...

20 Jan , 2016

Does Your Desk Job Cause Back Pain?

Contrary to popular opinion, desk workers are also at risk for physical injuries and back pain that can rival the injuries experienced by construction workers, mechanics, and heavy equipment operators, among others. The ironic thing is that the inj...

15 Jan , 2016

Facts About Functional Capacity Evaluations and Occupational Medicine