If you are a breastfeeding woman in need of anesthesia, it is normal to be concerned about the impact of anesthetic medicine. Anesthetic drugs are quite powerful and it’s important to remain aware of the risks of using any medicine when you are breastfeeding. Fortunately, recent...
Disk herniation is a common occurrence amongst people in the United States. Some people may experience a slipped disk with little to no pain. However, those people who experience pain from a slipped disk generally experience a significant amount of pain. These people may miss...
The sympathetic nerve chain in your body controls involuntary functions in the body. This network of nerves controls functions such as opening and narrowing of the blood vessels as an example. Unfortunately, these nerves can give off painful impulses as well. When a patient feels...
Percutaneous discectomy is a minimally invasive procedure used to help those suffering from a herniated disc. Herniated discs are a very common cause of spinal pain and occur when there is a problem with the rubbery cushioning between spinal bones. As people age, this cushioning...
There are medical specialists for just about every part of the body, and just about every ailment that can exist in the body. Therefore, it makes sense that pain specialists exist to help people suffering from a wide range of painful symptoms. Pain doctors have...
Whiplash is an incredibly painful injury to the neck that occurs during a sudden trauma. This could be caused by a crash, major fall, or collision that jerks your body and head in different directions. This opposite motion can tear or strain muscles in the...
Shingles is a condition that can develop after an individual has contracted chickenpox. It is similar to chickenpox but can be more devastating because it affects older individuals and the nervous system. It can lead to chronic pain even after it has been treated because...
The opioid crisis is one of the most pressing issues of our time. With more than 130 people dying every day from overdosing on opioids, it is now at the forefront of political talks. Opioid abuse has destroyed many lives and families. What was once...
Chicago, IL— 09/25/2019 — In the October 2019 issue of the Chicago magazine, Dr. John V. Prunskis was chosen for the tenth time as Top Pain Doctor in the Chicago area. “This is truly a team award. You all make the Illinois Pain Institute and The Regenerative...
