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At Thunder Pain and Wellness, we talk a lot about cutting-edge treatments like SPRAVATO, IV ketamine, and TMS. But sometimes the most powerful lessons come from the simplest places — like watching our 14-year-old dog Jasper hobble out the front door for his morning walk.

Living with pain that affects your entire body can be confusing, exhausting, and deeply discouraging - especially when there’s no clear injury or diagnosis. You may feel sore all over, struggle to get through the day, or wonder why even rest doesn’t seem to help. Many people experiencing widespread chronic pain search for answers long before they ever hear the word fibromyalgia. Understanding the symptoms is often the first step toward finally making sense of what your body has been trying to tell you.

Many people living with chronic pain, depression, or invisible illness learn how to “hold it together” for short periods of time. To the outside world, they may look fine — but internally, they’re struggling just to get through the day.

If you’ve been exploring treatment options for depression that hasn’t responded to traditional therapies, you may have heard about Spravato®. Beginning a new treatment can bring up a lot of questions, and knowing what to expect can help ease anxiety. At Thunder Pain and Wellness, Spravato treatment sessions are designed to be calm, structured, and supported by a dedicated care team every step of the way.

Why doesn’t chronic pain improve with simple pain relievers? In this video, Dr. Thunder explains how chronic pain differs from acute pain and why emotional, cognitive, and lifestyle factors play a major role. Chronic pain involves multiple brain regions — including those related to stress, anxiety, and future concerns — making whole-person, integrative care essential.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has become an increasingly popular treatment for individuals struggling with depression and other mental health conditions. However, like many medical innovations, it’s surrounded by misinformation and misconceptions. At Thunder Pain and Wellness, we’re here to help separate the myths from the facts about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) so you can make informed decisions about your mental health care.

Living with depression or other mental health conditions can feel overwhelming - especially when traditional treatments haven’t provided the relief you hoped for. For many individuals, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has emerged as a safe, effective, and non-invasive option. But how do you know if TMS therapy is right for you?

At Thunder Pain and Wellness, we’re committed to continually elevating the level of care we provide. Cathy Bodner, a highly respected and experienced physical therapist, exemplifies that commitment through her exceptional skill, compassion, and dedication.

At Thunder Pain and Wellness, we believe that effective treatment is about more than medicine. It’s about providing compassionate, personalized care that helps patients feel supported on their journey to better mental health.

Depression is more than just a passing phase of sadness or fatigue. It’s a complex, often debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of individuals every year.