Every October, thousands of seasonal residents migrate to Arizona, escaping harsh northern winters for the desert’s warm, dry climate. But managing chronic pain between two states presents unique challenges. Dr. Asim Khan at Arizona Pain and Spine Institute sees this scenario repeatedly: “A patient from Minnesota arrives in November, their prescription runs out in December,

The National Center for Health Statistics released data in November 2024 showing 24.3% of U.S. adults experienced chronic pain in the previous three months during 2023. That translates to over 51 million Americans living with persistent discomfort. Yet medical research from leading institutions reveals that many patients unknowingly follow outdated advice that prolongs their suffering.

A March 2025 meta-analysis published in Stem Cell Research & Therapy reviewed eight randomized controlled trials involving 502 patients with knee osteoarthritis. The research demonstrated that intra-articular injection of mesenchymal stem cells significantly improved pain scores, function measurements, and quality of life. For patients throughout Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, and Gilbert, this represents compelling evidence supporting

Arizona’s desert climate presents unique challenges and opportunities for people living with chronic pain. The CDC reported in 2024 that approximately 51.6 million American adults experience chronic pain, affecting daily activities and quality of life. For Arizona residents, understanding how extreme heat, dramatic barometric pressure changes during monsoon season, and rapid temperature fluctuations affect pain