Neuropathic pain is pain that originates in the nerves, which continue to send pain signals to the brain even though the original injury or disease has completely healed. Your spine houses the spinal cord, which communicates all sensory signals from throughout the body to the brain – and if there is an issue with a nerve in the spinal cord that relays neurological messages from the foot, you may be enduring the sensation of continuous foot pain. Neuropathic pain may be caused by issues such ... [Read More]
Chronic Back Pain
How Chronic Pain Management Will Improve Your Overall Health
The experience of being in pain can affect you mentally, emotionally, and socially. Migraines and headaches, low back pain, arthritis pain, and cancer pain all result in lower quality of life, which is why chronic pain management is important. First, the underlying cause of the pain should be treated, if possible. The type of pain should be accurately diagnosed since treatment also varies depending on the type of chronic pain involved. If the cause of the pain cannot be treated, for example, if ... [Read More]
Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Spine: Pinpointing the Source of Your Pain
Your spine consists of three main portions – the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions. You may experience a problem in any of these parts. The treatment you need for pain relief will vary based on the part of the spine you have a problem with as well as the exact cause of the problem. Parts of Your Spine Each part of your spine has a unique function based on its location. Cervical Spine The cervical spine is the top portion of your spine, specifically your neck. Your cervical spine has ... [Read More]
Top Treatments for Neuropathic Pain
Neuropathy may stem from a chemotherapy drug, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, or lupus, among many other issues. Neuropathy causes pain, numbness, or tingling as nerves sustain damage. Often, hand pain is where neuropathy begins, and it can eventually affect other nerves around the body. In terms of treatment, Balcones Pain Consultants provide top techniques for pain management for neuropathic pain in Cedar Park. Here are some effective treatment options for your to consider and discuss with ... [Read More]
Who Should Get a Spinal Cord Stimulator?
Chronic pain significantly affects not only your physical health, but also your mental and emotional well-being. Doctors often recommend lifestyle changes, medications, and physical therapy to address the pain. But what should you do if these methods are not effective, or if they are not as effective as before? Fortunately, you and your pain management specialist can explore other treatment options, one of which is the spinal cord stimulator. This is a tiny device that is implanted under your ... [Read More]
