Managing chronic pain in my back

I was in a car accident nearly a decade ago and I have been in pain ever since. I have tried a lot of different therapies because I don't want to be reliant on pain medication for my whole life. Some of the therapies work really well and some haven't been that effective. This blog is a record of some of the therapies that I have tried as well as some of the therapies my friends and companions from the pain clinic have tried. I hope it's useful for other people who are dealing with chronic pain in their life.

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Home Remedies To Clean Dentures

21 January 2015

Dentures are basically false removable teeth made of metal or acrylic (plastic). They are designed to fit snugly over your gums to replace missing teeth or to cover gaps. Just like your natural teeth, dentures get stained with food particles and even plaque. If left unattended, they can easily discolour. There is a wide range of products available in stores for cleaning dentures. However, most of them are pricey and not affordable, especially because dentures need to be cleaned regularly.
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4 Things That Make TMD Pain Worse

14 November 2014

Temporomandibular joint disorder, usually shortened to TMJ disorder, is a condition that affects the hinge of your jaw. This condition causes pain in your jaw joint and the surrounding muscles, and can make your daily life difficult. Some things that you do every day could be making your pain worse. Opening your mouth wide when you yawn When you have TMJ issues, opening your mouth too wide is uncomfortable, and it can even be painful.
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