Numbness is a loss of feeling in a certain part of your body that’s sometimes accompanied by another sensation, such as a pins-and-needles burning, or tingling. Numbness can happen anywhere in the body; it can be isolated to one area, like a foot or on one of both sides of the body. Thankfully, there are treatment methods available to help with numbness. One of those treatments is interventional pain management. We’ve all had that feeling of pins and needles when our foot falls asleep. But som ... [Read More]
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Exercises that Ease the Pain of Hand Arthritis
The hand contains 27 different bones. While that may seem like a small number, arthritic hand pain can at times feel like every bone is on fire. Arthritis in the hands may stem from the normal wear and tear of osteoarthritis or from the autoimmune disorder known as rheumatoid arthritis. No matter the kind of arthritis, gentle exercises can help to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Here are how a few simple exercises can provide much-needed relief for arthritic hands. Stress Balls Simply ... [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]
Sciatica Pain Treatment Options
The sciatic nerve is a large nerve that comes from either side of the lower spine and travels through the pelvis and buttocks, along the back of each upper leg before it divides at the knee into branches that go to the feet. As many as 4 out of every 10 people will get sciatica, or irritation of the sciatic nerve, at some point in their life. This can be caused by anything that puts pressure on or irritates this nerve. Sciatica pain can vary widely, from a mild ache to a sharp, burning sensation ... [Read More]
What Causes Arthritis Pain?
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]
