Spinal cord stimulation, also known as neurostimulation therapy, is delivered by an implanted device that is designed to quell chronic pain, particularly in the back and neck. The patient controls the stimulation via a remote control that they can take anywhere – so if the pain becomes worse, they can increase the stimulation to further calm the pain. This approach is usually recommended after a patient fails to find pain relief from other treatments. Spinal cord stimulation works by sending m ... [Read More]
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What Qualifies as Chronic Pain?
If you have discomfort that is ongoing and has lasted for weeks, then you may be dealing with chronic pain. Chronic pain is often associated with an illness or injury that has healed, but the pain lingers. The purpose of pain is to let the brain know that something is wrong in the body. Chronic pain is abnormal, but it affects approximately 20% of adults in the United States. It is most often associated with the musculoskeletal system, involving the muscles, joints, and bones. Chronic pain ... [Read More]
How Can A Pain Specialist Treat Spinal Pain?
Spinal pain is notorious for negatively affecting your quality of life. There are many underlying causes of spinal pain, and the complexity of the spine means that it can be challenging to pinpoint the specific condition causing symptoms. Some diseases, such as those involving nerves, can be challenging to treat. Hence, it's recommended for patients to reach out to a pain specialist for treatment. A pain specialist has specialized experience in pain management strategies that can help you get ... [Read More]
The PRP injection process
Chronic pain can be a difficult thing to deal with. Fortunately, there are a lot of effective treatments available that can help you deal with chronic pain effectively. One such treatment is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. PRP is a treatment for orthopedic injuries and inflammatory conditions that affect the musculoskeletal system. Some examples of conditions that can been treated by PRP therapy include arthritis, ligament injuries, sprains, and tears. PRP therapy is also a great treatment ... [Read More]
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic condition of continual pain that affects only one part of the body, such as an arm, leg, hand, or foot. The pain is usually considered to be an overreaction to an injury or trauma. The “regional” factor is what makes this condition different from fibromyalgia, which is body-wide pain. The cause of complex regional pain syndrome is believed to be damage to a peripheral nerve during the trauma that caused the injury; however, the affected nerve ... [Read More]
