Do you suffer from chronic pain? If so, you are not alone. According to the National Institutes of Health, millions worldwide struggle daily with chronic pain. Many of them turn to medication in an attempt to find relief, but sometimes that is not enough. Expert pain...
Do you experience pain, weakness, or numbness radiating from your spine to your arms or legs? If so, you may wonder what exactly is causing your symptoms. Three conditions can cause these symptoms: radiculopathy, radiculitis, and radicular pain. A spinal disc herniation is the most common...
A failed back surgery can be a devastating experience. For those who have undergone surgery to alleviate chronic pain, only to find that their symptoms continue or worsen, the sense of betrayal and disillusionment can be overwhelming. Exercises like knee rolls, Bridges, and single leg lifts...
Back pain is a common problem many experiences at some point in their lives. It is usually nothing serious and can be treated with over-the-counter pain medication or home remedies. For example, simple stretches and exercises, applying heat or cold to the affected area, and massaging...
A herniated disc can be a severe injury. It happens when the jelly-like center of a disc ruptures through a tear in the tough outer layer. This can pressure the nerves and cause pain, numbness, or weakness in your back, legs, or arms. Some common symptoms...
People experiencing lower back pain often think that a bulging disc vs. herniated disc are the same and thus have the same treatment option. While both conditions primarily affect your spinal cord, they need a different approach to treatments. Here are some of the most important...
If you recently received a diagnosis for sciatica, the first question on your mind was probably about how long sciatica can last. While there are certain myths & facts about sciatica pain, let’s stick to the basics for now. What Is Sciatica? Before getting into the details...
Your spinal cord is a long, thin bundle of nerves that runs from your brain down your back. It carries messages between your brain and the rest of your body. If you experience chronic pain, neuromodulation is a treatment option that your pain management doctor...
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition that causes numbness, tingling, and pain in the hand and arm. The condition is caused by pressure on the median nerve, which runs through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. Risks of developing CTS at work include forceful,...
It affects almost everyone at some point in their lives. You may not have thought much about it before, but back pain can be a really big deal. If you've ever had back pain, you'll know how difficult it can be to 'get over' pain...