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Knee Pain Exercises for Seniors in San Antonio & Beyond

Unfortunately, most people will experience knee pain at some point in their life. However, there are ways for you to prevent, reduce, or manage your knee pain before it becomes chronic. A regular exercise routine can help strengthen the knee joints and surrounding leg, hip and buttocks muscles that support them…

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Lower-Sodium Blackened Redfish Tacos with Mango Salsa | Our Favorite Recipes for Nerve Pain | The PainSmith

Lower-Sodium Blackened Redfish Tacos with Mango Salsa

This recipe for Lower-Sodium Blackened Redfish Tacos with Mango Salsa combines some of our favorite anti-inflammatory ingredients. It features lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids from redfish, antioxidant-rich mango, and fiber-packed cabbage and avocado, all wrapped in a warm corn tortilla…

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Your Guide to a Healthier Fiesta Season in San Antonio, TX

Your Guide to a Healthier Fiesta Season in San Antonio, TX

Running for 11 days, there are over 100 Fiesta events taking place from April 24 – May 4, 2025. Although many people think of Chicken on a Stick at NIOSA, boudin balls at A Taste of New Orleans, and fried oysters at Oyster Bake when they think of Fiesta, there are events on the healthier side, too. Here is Dr. Smith’s guide to having a healthier Fiesta season.

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Chickpea Soup with Garlic and Leafy Greens | Our Favorite Recipes for Nerve Pain | The PainSmith

Chickpea Soup with Garlic & Leafy Greens

This recipe for Chickpea Soup with Garlic and Leafy Greens features some of our favorite anti-inflammatory and good-for-you ingredients. It has lean protein from chickpeas, fiber and nutrient-rich leafy green vegetables…

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Healthy Holiday Habits for Chronic Pain Relief

Healthy Holiday Habits for Chronic Pain

December can be the most wonderful time of the year. But – it can also be the time where the healthy routines you established earlier in the year can fall by the wayside. Dr. Smith shares some helpful tips…

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Cancer Pain Management & Treatment | San Antonio, TX

Pain Management Options for Cancer Patients

Pain is a very common symptom in cancer patients. The good news is that cancer pain is very treatable. About nine out of 10 cancer pain patients are able to find relief using a combination of medications and therapies…

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