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Sufferers of LSS Find Immediate Pain Relief with Life-Changing Alternative to Surgery
Posted on December 8, 2020
Each year, 1 million+ Americans suffer from the debilitating effects of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS), a painful condition that limits the ability of sufferers to walk farther than 50 feet without experiencing pain. Patients who suffer from LSS usually find relief only when sitting down or leaning forward, and may suffer an array of painful […]
Does Your Pain Doctor Care About You AND Your Pain?
If you’ve never consulted with a pain management physician for relief from chronic pain, you may think that all pain doctors are alike. But when it comes to personalized, effective treatment for pain condition, nothing could be farther from the truth. With thousands of pain specialists available throughout the United States, how do you know […]
Orthopaedic Surgeons and Pain Doctors Work Together for Patients in Pain
When people suffer from injury or disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons or muscles, a visit to an orthopaedic surgeon may be necessary, in order to diagnose and treat these issues. Orthopaedic surgeons play an important role in the care of injured patients, some specializing in treatment for specific areas of the body such […]
How the Vaccine Development Process Works
Since development in the late 1700’s, the use of vaccines has been profoundly beneficial in reducing or eliminating the spread of viral diseases. Thanks to this ‘miracle of modern science’, infectious diseases such as smallpox and polio have been effectively halted in their tracks. Fast forward to 2020, as the world awaits a life-saving vaccine […]
Early Detection May Make the Difference Between Sciatica Treatment or Back Surgery
Posted on November 3, 2020
Sciatica is a form of pinched nerve that occurs when surrounding tissues put too much pressure on the sciatic nerve. Nerve function may be disrupted by a number of factors associated with tendons, muscles, cartilage and bones. The resulting symptoms can include weakness, stiffness, numbness, tingling and/or severe pain. A common recommendation by pain physicians […]