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Chronic pain is a serious problem that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including injuries, arthritis, cancer, and nerve damage. Treatment options often focus on relieving the symptoms and may not always address the underlying causes. This is where Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) and other options of neuromodulation come in.
It is no secret that dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are on the rise. In the United States alone, it is estimated that over 5 million people are living with Alzheimer’s disease – a number that is expected to more than triple by the year 2050.
Acetaminophen is a very commonly used pain reliever and fever reducer. It is available over the counter, or by prescription, either by itself or in combination with other medications. Most of us are aware of Tylenol, a commonly used brand of acetaminophen in the United States. It works by reducing the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are hormones that play a role in pain and inflammation. In otherwise healthy people, acetaminophen is generally safe when taken as directed. The most common side effect of acetaminophen is mild stomach pain. Other possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and skin rash. These side effects are usually mild and go away on their own.
If you suffer from upper or lower back pain, headaches, fibromyalgia, or any other form of chronic pain, you know how disruptive it can be. Chronic pain can stop you from doing everyday tasks such as going to work, doing household chores, exercising, or enjoying your favorite sport. It can even keep you from getting the sleep you need. That is why it is so important to come up with a comprehensive management plan. In many situations, this may include both a physical therapy referral and a home exercise plan.
There are many risks to taking more than one medication together. The resulting drug interactions can be costly to your health and life and may cause a range of symptoms/conditions that can be severe and harmful. This harm may result from over-the-counter medication you are taking on your own, medications prescribed by your physician, or a combination thereof.
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Your child’s spine is growing and changing rapidly. Pain and discomfort in the back can be a sign of scoliosis, a sideways curvature of the spine that does not correct itself as your child grows. These symptoms may even make it hard for them to play or do their homework.
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The spinal column extends from the neck to the tailbone. It is comprised of individual vertebrae separated by intervertebral discs. The spinal cord travels behind these discs and gives spinal nerves on each side.
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Those who experience severe and persistent pain in their neck and arms probably want relief. Many natural treatments provide temporary relief but the effects don’t last long and the pain can slowly inch back. Cervical selective nerve root blocks were created for those who want long-term relief from their severe neck and arm pain.
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One of the most common that affects a huge population is back pain. There are a lot of factors that trigger back pain such as a slipped disc. In fact, 1-5% of people suffering from back pain is caused by a slipped disc, and it has the potential to cause neck pains.
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Sciatic nerve pain is very common, affecting an estimated 40% of people at some point in their lifetime. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body; it travels from the lumbar spine and down both the right and left leg all the way to each foot. This nerve is essential for the function of the leg muscles and your ability to sense your legs.
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