Learn more specifically about Spinal Stenosis or Sciatica Pain.
A herniated disc has a tear or hole in the disc where the jelly-like fluid is leaking out, whereas a bulging disc is pushed outward between the vertebrae and has a saggy appearance. Learn about the differences between a herniated disc and bulging disc and the treatment for each in this article. Disc Bulge Symptoms…
Piriformis Syndrome causes pain or numbness in the butt, hip and/or down the leg. The piriformis muscle is actually pressing on the sciatic nerve providing a similar feeling to chronic sciatica pain, but in most cases Piriformis Syndrome will go away in time. Learn about the causes, diagnoses and treatment of acute sciatic pain due…
Chronic pain is a common problem in children and adolescents. It can have a significant impact on quality of life and can interfere with normal activities of daily living, including school, play, and social interactions. There are many different types of chronic pain, including headaches, abdominal pain, musculoskeletal pain, and nerve-related pain. Chronic pain can…
Musculoskeletal Pain covers a wide range of issues originating in your muscles, bones, joints, or tendons. Since this is such a large area, we will cover a broad overview of the different kinds of Musculoskeletal Pain as well as links to additional information within our database. Let’s learn more about Musculoskeletal Pain and how to…
Back pain is a common condition that can be caused by a variety of factors. There are many possible causes of back pain, which can make it a difficult condition to diagnose and treat. However, there are some risk factors that can increase your chances of developing back pain. These risk factors include: -Age:…
When you experience back pain, it can be difficult to keep your spirits up and stay active. It can be frustrating to constantly deal with pain and stress, but staying in good spirits is important for your overall health. Unfortunately, many people don’t know how to help their spirits when they’re feeling down. But you…
Myofascial pain rests in the muscles’ – In trigger points of the body. It is a chronic pain similar to muscle tension, and can sometimes reside in seemingly unrelated parts of the body. Learn the causes, symptoms and treatments for myofascial pain syndrome. Causes of Myofascial Pain Typically, repetitive use of a muscle is the…
The typical pain clinic will treat patients with several different types of pain. Most doctors who specialize in the treatment of chronic pain have at least one other speciality, such as neurology, physical medicine and rehabilitation or psychiatry. The goal of a pain management clinic is to find the cause of your pain and then…
Common Causes of Low Back Pain If you’ve ever felt low back pain, you know how it can make even the simplest tasks difficult. The pain can be so intense that you might feel nauseated or find yourself unable to move for a while. It’s no surprise, then, that low back pain is one of…
Radicular pain effects the low, mid or upper back or neck. It originates in a nerve that is pinched or irritated and radiates outward. Depending on the nerve being effected will depend on where the pain can be felt. The Types of Radiculopathy: Cervical – Originates in the neck, causing pain, weakness and possibly numbness…