It’s squash season! Why not skip pizza delivery night and cook this delicious spaghetti squash pizza casserole dish?! It’s easy to whip up and a crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s filling and makes for excellent left-overs. 1 pound ground sausage (mild) 1 large spaghetti squash 1/2 diced onion 1 tbsp of minced garlic 1 cup of chopped […]

Try this delectable summer salad that is the perfect refreshing appetizer or side-dish! It’s the perfect combination of sweet and salty. 1 cup of fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper 2 cups cubed seedless watermelon 2 cups of sliced strawberries 1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil 1 tablespoon […]

Studies have shown that certain foods can help with bodily inflammation and pain reduction. By following some simple dietary guidelines, you can help minimize your body’s inflammatory response. Foods that CAUSE inflammation: Refined and Processed Foods such as chips, pastries, etc. Sugary Beverages and Soda Fried Foods Margarine Artificial Sweeteners An overabundance of red meat […]

Eastern Regional Pain Specialist is pleased to welcome Michelle Fleck, FNP to our practice.  Michelle was born and raised in Wilson County.  She has proudly served our country in the military and was stationed at SJAFB.  Michelle and her husband moved to Wayne County in 2003 and have two children.

Lower back pain is among one of the most common reasons for a person to see a doctor in the United States, and almost two-thirds of people will experience an episode of lower back pain during their lifetime. Certain activities may put you at risk for lower back pain, such as heavy lifting and twisting. […]

Sacroiliac joint injections can be both diagnostic (telling us where the pain is coming from) and therapeutic (helping to treat the pain and allowing the patient to return to activities, such as physical therapy or exercise). Injections are best performed under x-ray or ultrasound guidance, depending upon which part of the joint is being targeted. […]

INGREDIENTS 1 cup spinach 1/2 small beet (peeled and chopped) 1/2 cup water or coconut water 1/2 orange (peeled) 1 cup blueberries (frozen) 1/2 cup pineapple (frozen) 1 tsp turmeric Blend together in a blender adding more liquid as needed to achieve the desired consistency!

We’ve all been there. Your alarm buzzes, you roll out of bed, and WHAM you experience the dreaded sensation of pain often referred to as a “crick in the neck.” A crick in the neck can be the result of many different things, but we often associate it with a poor sleeping position. It can […]

There is strong evidence to suggest that chronic pain can be remedied by a diet that aims to reduce bodily inflammation. Chronic pain is often associated with chronic inflammation. Inflammation can be caused by an array of things, but is directly linked to diet and lifestyle. For those suffering from chronic pain, we recommend a […]