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Are Electrodiagnostic Tests Necessary for Neck & Back Pain?
Posted on November 3, 2020
When patients experience neck or back pain, a pain physician may check the nerves and muscles using electrodiagnostic tests to detect any damage. Neck or back pain can cause numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in the arm or leg, often due to an irritated or pinched nerve. These symptoms typically dissipate on their own, but […]
How Did Ruth Bader Ginsberg Work Through the Pain?
Posted on September 28, 2020
With the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, (known to many as RBG,) we express our heartfelt condolences to those mourning the loss of her, and honor her legacy by remembering those exceptional qualities that made her such an extraordinary being in our time. There are many reasons the life of RBG is notable, including her […]
What Some Doctors Don’t Tell You About Prescription Medications
Posted on June 11, 2020
When physicians prescribe medication for relief from pain caused by injuries or certain medical conditions, the prescription drugs can be of benefit for relieving discomfort and other adverse symptoms. However, patients may be at risk for developing a dependency on some medications when taking them without sufficient guidance or cautionary advice from the physician who […]
5 Things You Can Do to Better Manage Chronic Back Pain During Quarantine
The coronavirus outbreak has completely changed the way we live and work. For most of us who usually work in an office, the shift to our home kitchen counter hasn’t been particularly easy. But even if you already work from home, or you’re retired, not being able to go out and take a walk can […]
Pain Does Not have to Control Your Life when Treatment is Available
Posted on October 12, 2017
People do not understand how pain can affect a person’s life until it affects them or a loved one. When they struggle from the discomfort pain creates, it can alter their life and prevent them from enjoying activities they once loved participating in. An individual that suffers from chronic pain will experience extended, recurring episodes […]
Pain Medicine in Jacksonville-A Part of the Plan
Posted on February 28, 2017
Pain medicine in Jacksonville should be a part of your wellness plan. A lot of people are put off by the idea of pain medicine in Jacksonville because they believe that pain medication is dangerous and that it is considered a weakness. The truth is before you can do anything else about your pain condition, […]