Acute Pain. Chronic Pain. What's the Difference? Pain can range from a feeling that is mild and occasional to one that is severe and constant -- and all ranges in between. Pain specialists use the terms "acute" and "chronic" to describe their patients' pain. What these terms mean is explained below. What is Acute Pain [...]

Fort Wayne chiropractor, Dr. Richard E. Busch, III, was named one of “America’s Best Chiropractors” in 2014 for a reason. This nationally recognized leader in non-surgical treatment of back pain and neck pain has helped thousands of patients find relief from chronic pain. Founder of the Busch Chiropractic Pain Center in Fort Wayne, IN,  Dr. [...]

Many adults spend a significant portion of their time caring for loved ones suffering from disability, chronic illness, or the effects of aging. Caregivers’ efforts are a crucial part of improving the quality of life for the recipient of their care. Unfortunately, the emotional stress and physical exertion of providing care to an ill or [...]

Herniated Disc Treatment: DRS Protocol® vs. Surgery Professional treatment for a herniated disc -- one of the most common causes of back pain -- has been evolving rapidly. Not so long ago, back surgery was the standard approach for treating this painful condition. However, chiropractors have always promoted consistent conservative treatment over surgery and medical [...]

Tips for Staying Active and Pain-Free as We Age As we age, exercising and staying fit becomes less about having a swimsuit body and more about staying healthy. We all know that being active holds many health benefits, including increased energy levels and stronger bones and muscles. Sadly though, as many of us get older [...]

In-Home Caregiving: Caring for a Loved One with Back Pain Back pain is one of the most common ailments in our country. Millions of people are living with a variety of back pain conditions. Of course, just as many people are in the position of caring for a loved one with back pain. Their lives [...]

Skin cancer is a very real and dangerous risk from overexposing skin to the sun's rays. However, there are a number of very healthful reasons to get some natural sunlight regularly (don't overdo it and don't forget the sunscreen). For example: Sleep Better Studies show that we sleep better if our bodies experience at least [...]

Back pain is one of the most common ailments of modern life. Despite its prevalence, there is a wealth of misinformation and myths about the causes and the treatment of back pain. Myths about who gets it and why: Myth: Back pain is primarily caused by injury from heavy lifting Reality: While it's true that [...]

What is Spinal Stenosis Spinal stenosis is a painful disorder in which the spinal (aka vertebral) canal narrows, compressing the nerves and leading to back, leg pain, and other symptoms. The majority of cases occur in the lower back. A normal spinal canal has adequate room for the spinal cord and nerve roots. A variety [...]