01/09/2026
Pain can start in the tissues, but when it stays, the nervous system may start keeping the alarm switched on.
In the Pain Awareness Month, Dr. Joyce explains why chronic pain can feel bigger than the original injury, and how acupuncture may help by easing inflammation, relaxing muscle tension, improving circulation, and supporting the body’s natural pain-relief response.
Because pain management is not only about where it hurts. It is about helping the body stop feeling like it has to stay on alert.
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