As the year comes to a close, December is a natural pause point to look back before planning ahead. At DOC Pain Management, patients are encouraged to notice how far they have come this year, even if pain is still part of daily life.​ Grab a journal or a simple notebook to jot down thoughts.

The holidays are approaching—a season filled with warmth, family, and laughter. But for those living with chronic pain, the festive bustle can sometimes bring extra challenges. At DOC Pain Management, we want to help you enjoy the joy of the season while managing your pain with care and balance. A mindful approach to diet, stress,

As October draws to a close, cooler mornings, brisk winds, and changing daylight can begin stirring up old aches and muscle stiffness, even if snow hasn’t fallen yet. The shift from mild fall days to colder weather impacts joint flexibility, increases fatigue, and can make existing conditions—like arthritis, fibromyalgia, and neuropathy—flare sooner than expected. At

At DOC Pain Management, our providers see every day how chronic pain and poor ergonomics are closely connected—from office settings to home life. “Pain isn’t just a physical symptom—it affects your focus, your relationships, and your ability to enjoy life,” Dr. Mehta, says.  Our approach is to empower each patient with practical, physician-guided strategies that

The back-to-school season brings a blend of excitement, routine shifts, and added tasks that affect all parents and caregivers—working, non-working, full-time, part-time, or every variation in between. For parents managing chronic pain, these weeks require even more careful balancing of health, family, and daily demands. While you’re checking items off your kids’ back-to-school list, don’t

Quality sleep is more than just a luxury—it’s a crucial component of effective pain management. At DOC Pain Management, we recognize that sleep and pain are closely intertwined, and improving one can often lead to improvements in the other. Research consistently shows that inadequate or poor-quality sleep can significantly worsen pain. Here’s how: “Restful sleep