A vertebral fracture or a break in one of the spinal vertebrae is a condition that can make it difficult for individuals to move freely. When a vertebral break occurs the bone fragments may rub against each other, resulting in debilitating pain. In this article, we will discuss a minimally-invasive … [Read more...] about Kyphoplasty
Foot and Ankle Pain
Foot and ankle pain can severely affect day-to-day life. Whether it’s something as minor as a stubbed toe or a persistent condition like plantar fasciitis, nobody wants to suffer from foot or ankle pain. Pain in these lower extremities can differ based on where the pain is being … [Read more...] about Foot and Ankle Pain
Increasing Your Range of Motion with Shoulder Pain
Many conditions can cause joint pain, several of which can become more likely to occur and more severe with age. A few of these conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, frozen shoulder, tendonitis, sprains, and many other injuries. For some, joint pain is a minor irritation and can go unnoticed … [Read more...] about Increasing Your Range of Motion with Shoulder Pain
The Specialty of Interventional Pain Management
As the medical field has expanded and the complexities of pain have become more well-known, pain management physicians have become more available to patients. Interventional pain management is a specialty that requires additional training and education surrounding pain. Physicians that pursue this … [Read more...] about The Specialty of Interventional Pain Management
How Chronic Pain Spreads
Serious sailors know that a small amount of rust on a boat can become a much bigger problem if it is not addressed quickly. The same applies to pain. Left untreated, it can become worse, become chronic and sometimes spread to other areas of the body. Chronic pain is generally defined as anything … [Read more...] about How Chronic Pain Spreads
Causes and Treatments of Degenerative Arthritis
Causes of Degenerative Arthritis Degenerative arthritis, also referred to as osteoarthritis, is a condition largely caused by aging. As individuals get older, the protein makeup of cartilage decreases and the water content of cartilage increases. The decrease in protein levels paired with … [Read more...] about Causes and Treatments of Degenerative Arthritis
Exercises to AVOID If You’re in Pain
Exercise and Chronic Pain Oftentimes individuals suffering with pain become hesitant to exercise. With pain comes varying levels of discomfort including aching, joint stiffness, and limited mobility. These symptoms can make exercise more difficult from a physical aspect. In addition, these … [Read more...] about Exercises to AVOID If You’re in Pain
Can Fibromyalgia Cause Weight Gain?
What Is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that affects the body’s soft tissues and muscles. This condition is a generalized muscular pain condition that is diagnosed via a physical examination. There are no blood tests or chemical tests that would be able to identify fibromyalgia which can … [Read more...] about Can Fibromyalgia Cause Weight Gain?
Types of Nerve Blocks and Side Effects
Nerve Blocks For Chronic Pain Nerve blocks are a common form of therapy used to treat and manage chronic pain. Groups of nerves that cause pain to a particular region or area of the body can typically be blocked via injections of medication also known as nerve blocks. These nerve blocks are … [Read more...] about Types of Nerve Blocks and Side Effects