Why You Have Pain & How to Resolve It

Have you ever wondered: Why do I have pain?  What can I do to help relieve it?

How you handle pain will dictate how healthy you’ll be physically and mentally throughout your entire life.  But are you handling the pain consciously or ignoring the signs your body is telling you that you need help?

Sources of pain may be from one or multiple of the following six classes: 

1. Physical trauma (i.e. whiplash, sprained ankle, etc.)
2. Chemical stressors (i.e. heavy metals like mercury or lead, pesticides, hormone imbalance, physiologic imbalance caused by poor sleep, etc.)
3. Thermal stress (too hot or too cold)
4. Electromagnetic stress (i.e. sunburn, microwave ovens, wireless networks, etc.)
5. Nutritional stress (i.e. poor diet)
6. Psychic stress (i.e. mental and emotional)

Which of the six classes of stress apply to you?  Now, think about WHEN each one of those stresses occurred.

By feeling pain, your body is telling you something. Are you using pain as a source for personal guidance and feedback to create what you really want in life? If not, working with a practitioner/doctor with a strong understanding of pain would be a good idea as each of the six classes of pain sources must be optimized for you to live the pain free life that you want and deserve.

If you are having chronic musculoskeletal pain (i.e. knee, hip, spine, etc.) that is due to the class of pain called physical trauma, then you have inflammation affecting any one or more of the following tissues:

1. Nerves, veins, arteries
2. Fascia
3. Ligaments, tendons
4. Joint, joint capsule, cartilage, synovium
5. Subchondral (bone)

If you suffer with chronic musculoskeletal pain, first the systemic inflammatory process must be addressed and then the exact problem structure (nerve, vein, artery, fascia, ligaments, etc.) must be identified for optimal treatment.  There are many options that are not limited to but may include:

1. Proper breathing (very few people actually breath optimally)
2. Movement (so many choices… please work with a functional movement therapist)
3. Specific nutrients to supplement anti-inflammatory diet (specific to the exact structure injured)
4. Regenerative biology injections (specific peptides, prolozone, prolotherapy, PRP, stem cells, placental matrix, or a number of other non-cellular cytokine therapies) 

The regenerative biology injection type of therapies tend to give your body what it needs and thereby negates the likelihood of unwanted long term side effects that can be seen with the more typical steroid injections (though there is absolutely a time for those too).  Nothing is bad or good.  Anything can be a poison in the wrong dose or a healing therapy in the proper dose.  Healing is about prudently identifying the situation well with proper questioning and tools then using the best tools from a large toolbox of healing modalities.

There are so many more options, but the point is that there is hope for those suffering from just about any type of chronic pain.  Which class of pain does your body suffer from and what will you choose to do with it?

If you or someone you know suffers from chronic pain and don't know how to deal with it, please come to the free community event on February 10th at 6pm. I will be talking about the different types of pain, why you have pain, and the many treatment options available for resolving your pain. You can RSVP here. I hope to see you there!

Also, if you have more questions or want to schedule an appointment, please feel free to contact the office at (818) 957-6909.

Enjoy the video below, and as always, please feel free to pass this along! SPOILER ALERT: There are some fun optics during this video, so please be sure to watch ;)

Medical Disclaimer: Information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. The information is a result of years of practice and experience by Yoshi Rahm, DO. However, this information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or another healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging.

Do not use the information provided in this article for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or another healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this email.

Information provided in this article and the use of any products or services related to this article by you DOES NOT create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Yoshi Rahm, DO. or any other physician featured in this article. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Step #10 - Low Amounts of Chronic Stress

Stressed? If you are, just how much and how often are you stressed? Is it something that occurs once in a while when a "situation" arises (acute), or something you deal with on a daily basis (chronic)? We can't avoid stress altogether, but there are things we CAN do to avoid letting stress negatively affect our overall health.

Acute stress (i.e. short-term, in the moment stress) isn't necessarily all bad. The physiological changes our body goes through when acute stress occurs can even be beneficial. Acute short-term stress is kind of like a workout - it makes our body more robust and actually helps strengthen our body. In the fight-flight scenario, stress produces what our bodies need to either deal with the situation or to get away from the situation. In either case, this type of stress reaction can be helpful.

Chronic stress, on the other hand, has both immediate and long-term effects. The problem comes when the short-term acute stress becomes chronic stress which affects your immune system, which leads to inflammation, which leads to disease, which causes stress.... well, you get the idea. Kind of an endless cycle. The good news is, it's one that can be broken.

We all need successful ways to prevent acute stress from turning into chronic stress and if we deal with chronic stress, successful ways to combat it. 

People living in blue zones purposefully and methodically address their stress. They are known to have a glass of healthy wine with family or friends, take a slow walk in nature, or meditate on their core beliefs to adjust their mental attitude. In other words, they learn to go with the flow. Sounds like good advice!

There are many methods to release stress, and it should be a vital part of your healthcare routine. Take a hot/cold contrast shower (20 seconds really cold, 10 seconds hot, repeated 10 times), do some high-intensity training, stretching, yoga or meditation.

The number one method I use for stress relief is breath work, which triggers your parasympathetic nervous system and stimulates the vagus nerve to calm you. What I like most about breath work is you don't need anything other than YOU. Air is free. As long as you can breathe, you can use this method for stress relief, anywhere, at any time. There are many different types of breath work, and I don't necessarily consider one over another. But I do consider breath work the BEST method for stress relief, instead of resorting to a prescription drug or supplement.

The bottom line: You can't avoid stress entirely, so take the time to develop your arsenal of weapons to combat it. It can be as simple as breathing. ;) 

Enjoy the video, and as always, feel free to pass this along!

Medical Disclaimer: Information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. The information is a result of years of practice and experience by Yoshi Rahm, DO. However, this information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or another healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging.

Do not use the information provided in this article for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or another healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this email.

Information provided in this article and the use of any products or services related to this article by you DOES NOT create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Yoshi Rahm, DO. or any other physician featured in this article. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Would you pass this test??

As you may (or may not) know, brain health is one of my passions. The brain is the most complex organ in the human body and plays a vital role in nearly every bodily function. When the brain is "broken," out of balance, or not working properly, it can affect our overall health in many ways and in varying degrees.

Here at Oasis Family Medicine, we offer Brain Mapping tests as part of our treatment services. The qualitative EEG, or Brain Mapping test can assist us in assessing brain function, check overall brain health, and correctly diagnose brain-related health issues. While MRIs and CAT Scans do show structural changes in the brain, they do not show how well the brain is functioning. That's where Brain Mapping comes in. There are several different types of brain waves (Beta, Alpha, Theta an Delta), each with their own purpose, and Brain Mapping helps measure these brain waves and shows how each area of the brain is functioning at appropriate times. Many of the health conditions related to poor brain function are:

• ADHD & Learning Issues
• Addiction & Abuse
• Anxiety & Stress
• Brain Injury & Concussion
• Chronic Pain & Fatigue
• Depression
• Epilepsy & Seizures
• Insomnia & Sleep Issues
• Memory Loss
• Migraines
• Stroke
• And More

If you (or someone you know) thinks that improper brain function may be a health issue, I highly recommend the brain mapping test. It provides valuable data to enable us to formulate the correct treatment plan for whatever health issues you are facing.

You can find out more about brain mapping on our website here, or feel free to contact the office at 818-957-6909. And be sure to watch the video below :)

Enjoy the video, and as always, please feel free to pass this along!

Medical Disclaimer: Information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. The information is a result of years of practice and experience by Yoshi Rahm, DO. However, this information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or another healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging.

Do not use the information provided in this article for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or another healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this email.

Information provided in this article and the use of any products or services related to this article by you DOES NOT create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Yoshi Rahm, DO. or any other physician featured in this article. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Got Q's? Get some A's!

We have some great opportunities to answer your questions and increase your knowledge on important health issues coming up in April. It's always time well spent to educate yourself and improve your overall health. I encourage you to check them out - and then attend!

FREE Talk: doTERRA Essential Oils - Saturday, April 7 at 2 pm

Natural Health Solutions with All Natural, Pure, Therapeutic doTERRA Essential Oils - We will be covering many health concerns that can be addressed naturally using essential oils. If you are dealing with health issues such as headache tension, respiratory issues, digestive issues, skin issues, stress, sore muscles, poor sleep, or low energy, I strongly encourage you to join us on Saturday, April 7 at 2 pm to learn more.

Seats are limited, so be sure to RSVP by clicking the link above or by email at tracy@dryoshi.com. We look forward to seeing you on April 7th!

Download April 7 event flyer here

FREE Community Event: Nutrient Dense, Traditional Foods - Monday, April 16 at 6 pm

All of your nutrient-dense, traditional food questions will be answered at our April Community Event featuring Elaina Luther from Culture Club 101 in Pasadena. Are you curious about raw milk? What about fermented foods like sauerkraut or kefir? Do you wonder how to incorporate ancestral foods into our modern diet? Elaina has answers to all your questions. Join us on Monday, April 16th at 6 pm to learn more and get the chance to sample some of these delicious foods. To learn more about Culture Club 101, click here.

Also, Elaina will also be speaking about the upcoming Take Back your Health Conference right here in Pasadena on May 19th and 20th featuring renowned speaker, Dr. Zach Bush. 

Download conference flyer here

For a FANTASTIC interview with Dr. Zach Bush on Bulletproof podcast, listen here. For more conference information and early bird sign up, click here. 

We look forward to seeing you on April 16th at 6:00 pm for this wonderful community event! Seats are limited, so be sure to RSVP!

Welcome New Oasis Team Members

Last but not least, we are excited to welcome the newest members of the Oasis Family Medicine team! Rome, who is working the reception desk, will be here to greet you with a smile whenever you come in :) Tatiana, our new Medical Assistant, will be doing blood draws and helping out around the office. They are both great additions to the team - to find out more about them, as well as the rest of our team, please visit the About Us page on our website.

Enjoy the video below, and as always, feel free to pass this along!

Medical Disclaimer: Information provided in this email is for informational purposes only. The information is a result of years of practice and experience by Yoshi Rahm, DO. However, this information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or another healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging.

Do not use the information provided in this email for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or another healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this email.

Information provided in this email and the use of any products or services related to this email by you DOES NOT create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Yoshi Rahm, DO. or any other physician featured in this email. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.