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Chronic back pain can affect nearly every part of your daily routine. Activities that once felt simple, such as walking through the grocery store, sitting at work, exercising, traveling, or spending time with family, may become more difficult when pain continues over time. For many patients, the first steps toward managing spine pain include conservative […]
Sciatica and herniated discs are two terms often used when discussing lower back pain and nerve-related symptoms, but they are not the same condition. A herniated disc can be one of the causes of sciatica, while sciatica describes the symptoms that occur when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated or compressed. Understanding the difference between sciatica […]
From pro racing to live music, Gears & Guitars returns with a celebration of the man who made it happen.
Dr. Chris Gilmore, a leading pain physician affiliated with Carolina Pain Institute, was recently featured as a guest on CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick, airing Sunday, December 14, 2025, on WBT. During the episode, Dr. Gilmore discussed an exciting new frontier in migraine treatment-an innovative, drug-free therapy currently being evaluated in a […]
An innovative approach to treating chronic migraine is gaining attention in Charlotte and beyond – and physicians connected to Carolina Pain Institute are helping lead the charge. A recent article in The Charlotte Post detailed a national clinical study evaluating a novel medical device designed to reduce the frequency and severity of chronic migraines, the […]
We are pleased to announce the opening of our Charlotte office! To schedule an appointment, refer a patient or to learn more about our services, contact us at 336-765-6181. Click here to download our Charlotte New Patient Referral Form. We are excited to NOW provide exceptional care to both Winston-Salem and Charlotte communities! Our NEW […]
Dr. David Mount would rather listen than talk. It’s not that he doesn’t have plenty to say. But on a patient’s first visit, he wants to hear what led the patient to his office. The neuropsychologist has a keen interest in the mind/body connection and a focus on how pain affects the brain. (“Pain impacts […]
Wayne Cooper, a 72 year-old almost-retired attorney, lives in Marin County, California. He has suffered from low back pain and sciatica for nearly 20 years, keeping him from enjoying many activities and requiring daily medication. The Bay Area is hilly-and due to his back pain Cooper could only walk short distances and had to avoid […]
by Dee Emmerson, TCC Writer Kevin hurts all the time since his accident. After learning how thoughts become automatic, he’s noticing that his pain gets worse with certain ways of thinking. Because this surprises and baffles him, he’s trying to pay attention to the relationship between his thoughts and his pain. So far he’s identified […]
I’m overly conscientious. Some might think this is a good trait, particularly when they happen to be on the receiving end of my hyper-conscientiousness. I will always arrive on time (or early and sit in my car and wait until the appointed time), deliver whatever it is I promised you, return your calls, and you […]
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