7 Benefits of Joint Injections for Arthritis Pain May 14, 2024If you’re dealing with arthritis pain and restrictions, a joint injection is a minimally invasive treatment that can ease your symptoms. Here’s what you need to know.
How Does Kyphoplasty Repair Compression Fractures?Mar 02, 2024If you have the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis, you’re at risk for compression fractures in your spine. Fortunately, kyphoplasty can repair the damage. Here’s how.
How Long Does a Nerve Block Last for Back Pain?Feb 01, 2024If you have back pain from an irritated or compressed nerve, a nerve block is a treatment option that can offer significant relief in many cases. How long does it last? Keep reading for the answer.
Why You Might Want to Consider Minimally Invasive Surgery for SciaticaJan 02, 2024Sciatica, nerve pain that starts in the lower spine and travels into the legs, is often treated conservatively, but only some people have success. Here’s when and why you might want to consider minimally invasive surgery as a treatment option.
The Link Between Heavy Lifting and Neck PainDec 13, 2023If your neck is painful, many things could cause it, including heavy lifting. Learn about the lifting-pain link, as well as other sources of neck pain, here.
How Does a Spinal Cord Stimulation Trial Work?Nov 02, 2023A spinal cord stimulator (SCS) can help relieve many kinds of back pain, but it requires a trial phase before you can get the implant. Here’s what you can expect from the process.
What Are the Most Common Injections for Pain?Oct 02, 2023If you’re dealing with pain stemming from spinal issues, muscle issues, or any other cause, the doctor may treat you with injectable medication. Keep reading to learn about the most common types of injections for pain.
How Your Poor Posture at the Office Could Be Contributing to Your Neck PainSep 07, 2023If your office workstation isn’t ergonomically designed, you could fall victim to poor posture, which causes and/or contributes to neck pain. Here’s what you need to know about “tech neck.”
Is My Chronic Pain All in My Head?Aug 07, 2023 Other people can’t see your chronic pain, and no laboratory test can measure it, so is it just all in your head? Emphatically not! And here’s why.
Is Arthritis Hereditary?Jul 06, 2023If someone in your family has arthritis, you may wonder whether it’s hereditary and if you’ll end up dealing with it, too. It turns out the answer isn’t black-and-white. Here’s why.
The Importance of a Consultation for Your Chronic PainJun 01, 2023Chronic pain can be detrimental to your physical and mental health, especially if you don’t get the medical care you need. Learn more about the causes of chronic pain, when to schedule an evaluation, and what treatment options are available.