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Dr. Vladimir Fiks April 15, 2020 Chronic Pain Conditions

Allergies and their influence on chronic pain

The rationale behind diagnosing and treating allergies in the setting of chronic pain. When your immune system overreacts to an allergen, you will likely experience allergy symptoms. Most people either have or know someone who experiences seasonal allergies such as sneezing, coughing, runny nose or itchy eyes at certain times of the year. Maybe someone […]

Dr. Vladimir Fiks April 14, 2020 Chronic Pain Conditions

Sleeping through the holidays

I’m not trying to suggest that you actually sleep through the holidays but rather that you learn ways which may help you to get a great night’s rest during the holidays. As we all know, this time of year brings plenty of cheer, social interaction and let’s face it, stress, and getting a good night’s rest […]

Dr. Vladimir Fiks April 5, 2020 Chronic Pain Conditions

Incorporating Physical Therapy with Injections

Incorporating physical therapy with injections After sustaining an injury, it is common to be referred to physical therapy to assist you in regaining proper mobility and to reduce your pain. Depending on the severity of the injury, physical therapy can yield beneficial results in a short time. In some cases, you may notice your progress […]

Dr. Vladimir Fiks March 31, 2020 Chronic Pain Conditions

Am I a Candidate for a Spinal Cord Stimulator?

At Advanced Pain Management Center in Portland, OR, our team of pain specialists, led by Dr. Vladimir Fiks, is committed to providing patients with ongoing relief. Spinal cord stimulators can be an excellent choice. Unlike drugs that merely mask the problem, they don’t carry harsh side effects. Nor are they as risky as major surgery, […]