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Why people experience chronic pain, and the power they have to de-intensify it.
by Mark Borigini
Dr. Mark Borigini is a board-certified rheumatologist who has devoted his career to treating, and training others to treat, a wide variety of illnesses that cause chronic pain and disability. See full bio
December 1, 2008, Health

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Deformity, Depression and Disability—The Chain of Events that Must be Broken

By Dr. Mark Borigini on December 1, 2008 in Overcoming Pain

Obviously, poorly controlled rheumatoid arthritis can lead to deformities of the joints, particularly the hands and feet. This in turn could lead to a poor self-image, which in turn could lead to feelings of inadequacy and depression. Read More

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