If you’re experiencing joint pain, it’s easy to assume it’s caused by arthritis or a minor injury. However, joint pain can sometimes signal a deeper underlying condition. From autoimmune disorders to infections and hormonal changes, some causes may surprise you. Understanding what’s behind your discomfort is the first step toward effective treatment…
Dr. William Zachary “Zack” Smith has once again been recognized as a Top Pain Management Physician in San Antonio, earning this distinction for the second consecutive year in the 2026 Top Doctors list published by San Antonio Magazine…
This hearty, antioxidant-packed, powerhouse salad combines fresh greens with crisp apples, pomegranate arils, pecans, rich blue cheese, and roasted butternut squash. This salad is hearty enough to enjoy on its own as an entree, or is a perfect pairing for a soup or other equally healthy dish…
If you are experiencing back pain, it can be easy to categorize any discomfort in that area as just general “back pain.” However, in order to properly diagnose and treat the pain, you need to identify the portion of the spine that is actually affected. There are significant differences between upper back pain and lower back pain…
This recipe for Healthy Pumpkin Spice Banana Muffins avoids some of the typical inflammatory ingredients that can exacerbate chronic pain (dairy, eggs) and includes some super-powered ingredients that can give you a boost of potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C. Pumpkin is an excellent source of…
The PainSmith is proud to announce the renewal of two sponsorships for the 2025-2026 school year. We feel that it is vitally important to support our local area schools. We have renewed our sponsorships of Las Lomas Elementary through their PTA and Ronald Reagan High School athletics through the Diamondbackers Sports Association.
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…
This recap of Dr. Zack Smith’s recent San Antonio event highlights cutting-edge treatments for chronic pain. Learn how radiofrequency ablation and spinal cord stimulation offer long-term relief by disrupting pain signals. Watch the full presentation to see if these options are right for you…
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…
