Cold therapy could spell the end for the opioid crisis Emma Thomas August 21, 2023 1 minute read Photo: Dr. James Farmer of Ignite Orthopedic & Wellness Clinic in Roanoke A local physician says cold therapy could be the key to fighting chronic pain — and the opioid crisis. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: Share: Post navigation Previous: K92 raising money to replace stolen Boys and Girls Club bikesNext: Northwest Roanoke now also part of the “Bee City” designation Related Stories Roanoke metal studio crafts massive entrance sign for FloydFest 26 Ian Price July 17, 2026 Bent Mountain community pushes for historic preservation amid pipeline expansion concerns Ian Price July 17, 2026 Code Orange: Wildfire smoke, 95-degree heat trigger Roanoke Valley alerts Ian Price July 17, 2026
Photo: Dr. James Farmer of Ignite Orthopedic & Wellness Clinic in Roanoke
