Pain is expected with arthritis. Inflammation in the joints causes pain. Swelling and stiffness are common symptoms that accompany arthritis and, depending on the severity of the disease and the type of arthritis, the symptoms can range from mild to extreme and will decrease the affected person’s range of motion. Pain symptoms increase over time as the condition worsens. A number of factors cause arthritic pain. A few follow below. Cartilage Depletion Cartilage cushions the bones in their s ... [Read More]
Chronic Back Pain
What Conditions Cause Leg Pain?
What conditions cause leg pain? What conditions don’t cause leg pain? The legs support the body undergirding its weight, so it’s understandable that wear and tear and constant overuse would cause pain in the legs. However, there are many other causes that attribute to leg pain. Any condition that affects the makeup of the legs can cause pain. Tendons, blood vessels, muscles, joints, nerves, etc., running through the legs are all parts that can be attacked by a number of disorders or con ... [Read More]
Could a Pinched Nerve Be Causing Your Back Pain?
There are many causes of back pain -- a muscle or ligament strain, arthritis, or osteoporosis, to name just a few. But if the pain in your back is radiating to other areas of your body, it may be a sign that you have a pinched (compressed) nerve. A pinched nerve develops when there is pressure on a nerve. It might be the result of repetitive motions or staying in one position for a long time. That’s because nerves are at their most sensitive where they run through narrow spaces and hardly h ... [Read More]
Pain Management for Chronic Conditions
Pain brings more patients in to see their doctors than any other condition. It’s a major cause of long-term disability, and it affects all aspects of life. Long-lasting pain caused by chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, and neuropathy can hurt both your mental and physical health. In some cases, pain management for chronic conditions is a vital part of treatment and recovery. Why is pain management so important for chronic conditions? Pain n ... [Read More]
The Benefits of Seeing a Pain Specialist for Chronic Back Pain
If you have chronic back pain, you have probably tried many different treatments. Lots of strategies can be effective for different people and different conditions, and you may find something that works well for one aspect of your pain. However, some treatments ultimately prove temporary, and you start to understand the gravity of what it’s like to have chronic pain. It can start to negatively affect your day to day life, from your activity levels to leading a social lifestyle. That’s why it’s im ... [Read More]
