Scoliosis, or adult idiopathic scoliosis as its full name, is a condition that develops between 10 - 18. Scoliosis, or a curvature of the spine, can either develop between the ages of 10-18 or be found in infants (known as congenital scoliosis). It is...
Almost everyone has experienced a headache. Headaches are thought to be associated with chemical activity in the brain, nerves or blood vessels in the head, muscles in the head and neck, or some combination of these factors. The most common types of primary headaches are...
Pain medicine offers many treatment options, including medication, therapeutic injections, physical therapy and interventional pain treatments. Multidisciplinary pain management relies on a combination of two or more treatments to maximize pain control. Such treatment may include – Activity Modification – Restriction of activities that aggravate...
What are Muscle Spasms? How are they caused? What are effective treatment and prevention? How can Chiropractic Care help me feel better? A muscle spasm occurs when a muscle fiber or groups of fibers contract but are momentarily unable to release. The spasm can...
The anti-anginal and anti-ischemic benefits of spinal cord stimulation also extend to the treatment of refractory angina pectoris. Its long-term efficacy, safety, and improved survival rates are echoed by various studies. What is refractory angina pectoris? Refractory angina pectoris occurs when chronic chest pain caused by...
Radiofrequency ablation has evolved as a front-line treatment to manage pain associated with spinal arthritis. An alternative to invasive surgery, the procedure reduces the severity of pain, inhibit recurring pain, and prolongs relief. Research studies indicate radiofrequency ablation has a success rate varying between...
Chronic pain affects more Americans than cancer, heart disease, and diabetes combined. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 75 million Americans (1 in every 4) has some type of pain during the past week. In addition, chronic pain is the most common...
There are many options for the treatment of chronic pain. Under the general categories of medicines, there are both topical and oral therapies. Topical medications, whether by patch, cream, or ointment, are medications that may be applied to the skin. Some of the patches...
Neck pain is a frequently presenting symptom in the United States. The most common reason for neck pain is muscle strain, which is usually self-limited and resolves over time. Neck pain may commonly be referred from headaches, jaw or tooth problems, or shoulder muscle...
Fibromyalgia has become an increasingly recognized term over the past decade. As it has gained more attention, it has presented a challenge to medical professionals as well as the public at large. Highlighting the complexities of interactions between the mind and body, Fibromyalgia can...