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    Alex B. Is thoracic pain structural or tms?

    Hi, thanks for the question. Sorry to hear you're in such discomfort! If you feel that your physiological condition does not explain your level...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Mar 27, 2017 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. How to get rid of headaches

    Hi, thanks for the question. Headaches are really tough, and are something I deal with myself. There is absolutely no doubt that they can be...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Feb 27, 2017 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Alex B. To exercise or not to exercise

    Hi, thanks for the question. I think it is important to remain physical and challenge yourself to overcome your symptoms, so long as your...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Feb 10, 2017 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Alex B. Pain caused by chiropractic manipulation

    Hi there, It can be very powerful to learn about different ways of interpreting one's symptoms and it certainly seems like Dr. Sarno's...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Dec 30, 2016 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Alex B. Can tms make medical condition worse?

    Hi there, Anxiety, fear, preoccupation, stress, pressure...all of these things can most certainly exacerbate a variety of medical issues, chronic...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Dec 5, 2016 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Alex B. Pain medication

    Hi etnier, thanks for the question. This can be a tricky subject, and I know different people will approach this in different ways. My...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Nov 19, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. Chronic tooth pain

    Hi Gail! Thanks for the question. While seemingly straightforward, it is a big question indeed. How to begin? Well I think you have certainly...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Nov 5, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. How to talk to about TMS with teenagers

    Hi Caroline, Thanks for sharing what you're going through and reaching out. You have a few things going on here so let me address them as best I...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Oct 22, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. help with pushback pain

    Hi, thanks for the question. It is indeed normal to experience some "pushback" pain as you begin to pursue the TMS approach to your pain. After...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Oct 8, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. Where do I start?

    Hi Lori, TMS is essentially shorthand for the connection between one's mind and body that results in psychological challenges expressing...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Sep 26, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. Skin issues

    Hi Lady Phoenix, thanks for the question. These symptoms have been widely associated with increased levels of stress, pressure and tension. The...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Sep 21, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. how to talk about tms

    Hi Mike, thanks for the question, it's an interesting one! One thing you can tell people is that by taking better care of yourself you've found...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Aug 26, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. Could this be tms

    Hi there, thanks for posting, What you are describing could certainly be a manifestation of TMS. Negative tests and assessments, migrating...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Aug 20, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist
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    Alex B. Dealing with doubt

    Hi there Eastcoast, thanks for the question. Doubts around causality and a preoccupation with structural issues is probably the most common issue...
    Post by: Alex Bloom LCSW, Aug 10, 2016 in forum: Ask a TMS Therapist