According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 50 million American adults suffer from chronic pain. Pain is considered chronic if it has lasted for several months, and it can be continuous or intermittent. The pain can range from slightly uncomfortable to severely debilitating. Fortunately, individuals with chronic pain can find relief with help from a medical pain specialist. These professionals use proven interventions to relieve pain and drastically improve your ... [Read More]
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What’s the Difference Between PRP and Stem Cell Therapy?
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy and stem cell therapy are two popular types of regenerative treatments that are often used to treat patients who have chronic pain and injuries. Both treatments comprise concentrated solutions of your own body’s cells – namely, your platelets or your stem cells. PRP is derived from a small blood sample taken via your arm, and stem cells may be extracted in small amounts from your fat (adipose) tissue or your bone marrow. The concentrated cells are then ... [Read More]
When to See a Pain Management Doctor for Your Migraine Headaches
Ask the 47 million Americans suffering from migraines, and you’ll know that they’re more than just a simple headache. Migraine headaches are a complex condition that is typically accompanied by an extensive variety of symptoms. For many people, the experience can be debilitating and distressing. If the migraine has started to take over your life, understanding the different phases of a migraine attack and the symptoms associated with them can become an essential cornerstone in the effective ... [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]
What is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is when the tissue that typically lines the inside of your uterus grows beyond its walls, migrating to the fallopian tubes, ovaries, and the inside of the pelvic region. In some rare cases, it may extend past these areas. About 200 million women worldwide are affected by this painful condition – about one in 10 American women feeling its effects, according to the Endometriosis Foundation of America. When you have your period, the endometrial tissue thickens, before ultimately ... [Read More]
