If you have back pain, it can be difficult to lift objects or even to move normally. While various issues can contribute to back pain, degenerative disc disease is a likely culprit as you get older. This condition is technically a form of arthritis, because the spinal discs are made of cartilage and it wears down over time and with more and more activity. As a disc wears down and indeed “degenerates,” the adjacent vertebrae can rub together whenever you move your back and thereby cause back ... [Read More]
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How to Describe Your Back Pain
Is back pain getting to the point of interfering with your life? At times it might be bearable, but it’s starting to affect your performance and your enjoyment of normal things. If this is the case, it’s time to see a pain specialist and find relief. The first step will be to describe your back pain to the doctor. Pain can be difficult to describe, especially if it feels like words are not enough to capture what you are experiencing. Here are some tips on how to describe your back pain so ... [Read More]
Complications of Fibromyalgia
Most medical experts believe that fibromyalgia is an illness that is due to changes in the functioning of the central nervous system – which comprises the brain and spinal cord. The changes may be due to trauma, infection, or some type of genetic trait. This condition leads to heightened sensations of pain and discomfort, even in the absence of tissue injury or disease. The pain of fibromyalgia usually occurs at specific points of the body, and it can be severe enough to interfere with daily ... [Read More]
Benefits of PRP Therapy for Chronic Pain
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a minimally invasive method that is often used to treat chronic pain, especially in the joints. The concentration of your own platelets harnesses your blood’s healing powers to mitigate the pain, as the treatment is injected directly into the area where you are feeling constant discomfort. The procedure involves your doctor extracting a sample of your own blood, then processing it to create a solution of plasma that is rich in healing platelets. Let’s ... [Read More]
How a Pain Management Doctor Treats Back Pain
Back pain is practically universal among adults worldwide at various points of our lifetimes, and it is one of the main reasons why people take sick time off from work. It can be due to many factors, from bad posture to an injury to an underlying health condition. If you suffer with back pain and are finding that it is interfering with your daily life, it may be time to seek the expertise from a pain management doctor. Let’s talk about how you might benefit from treatment provided or ... [Read More]
