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22Dec, 2015
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Achilles Tendinitis

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Achilles Tendinitis The Achilles tendon attaches the calf muscle to the heel bone. Jumping, climbing and strenuous exercise can strain the tendon and calf muscle, which can cause the type of inflammation known as tendinitis. This injury can be mild enough that it can be treated by over-the-counter medications or so severe that it must be repaired surgically. Chronic tendinitis can cause microscopic tears in the muscle which can weaken the tendon and increase the risk for tear or rupture. Symptoms usually include pain and swelling near the ankle. Pain […]
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19Dec, 2015
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Facial Pain

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Facial Pain Facial Pain can be caused by any one of the many nerves or structures that make up the face. This type of pain can be caused by one of the three branches of the trigeminal nerve. Each of the three branches affects a different aspect of the face. This nerve communicates sensory information to the brain. Inflammation or irritation of this nerve is called trigeminal neuralgia. Pain in the facial area can also be caused by a bundle of nerves directly behind the nose called the sphenopalatine ganglion. […]
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18Dec, 2015
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Whiplash Injury

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Whiplash is the most common form of motor vehicle injury. It can also be caused by falls, trauma or other sports-related accidents. This type of injury happens when the neck is forced outside of the normal range of motion, and can cause significant injury to muscles, ligaments, discs and facet joints in the neck. For some, this pain can last for years following an accident. Common symptoms of whiplash include neck pain, swelling along the back of the neck, difficulty turning the head and muscle spasms. A doctor will collect […]
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17Dec, 2015
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Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

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Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy( the nerve pain which results from years of uncontrolled diabetes) Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy that involves the peripheral nervous system (PNS). While the central nervous system (CNS) includes your brain and spinal cord, the PNS includes all of the nerves that start in your spinal cord and innervate the rest of the body. Peripheral neuropathy can be caused by vitamin deficiencies, alcoholism, autoimmune diseases, some medications, diabetes and other unknown causes. Damage to the PNS can cause nerves to function improperly causing numbness, tingling or pain. Two main […]
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16Dec, 2015
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Post Herpetic Neuralgia( Pain after Shingles Outbreak)

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Post herpetic neuralgia is the lasting skin and nerve pain associated with a shingles outbreak. The threat of developing this pain condition is often the biggest worry for those who have a shingles outbreak. The most common symptom of post herpetic neuralgia is a burning pain that may interfere with sleep and appetite. Other common symptoms include itching or numbness, muscle weakness or paralysis and sensitivity to any touch. Patients who seek treatment within the first 72 hours of the rash appearance and start a course of antivirals are 50 […]
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18Nov, 2015
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Back Pain: Spondylosis, Spondylolysis, and Spondylolisthesis

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Back Pain: Spondylosis, Spondylolysis, and Spondylolisthesis Have you read your MRI report recently and ended up more confused about your low back pain than before you began? If so, you are not alone. The medical terms for low back problems confuse many medical professionals who don’t deal with these issues on a regular basis. The purpose of this post is to help explain what is going on with your back, so that you can make a more informed decision on which treatments to choose. The 3 main terms we are […]
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12Nov, 2015
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Migraine

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Introduction Migraines are a severe type of headache that affects over 30 million Americans, with a 3:1 ratio of women to men. In some cases, these painful headaches are preceded or accompanied by an aura, such as flashes of light or blind spots. Migraine pain can be excruciating and may incapacitate you for hours or even days. Although the exact cause of migraine is unclear, there is evidence that dysfunction of the trigeminal nerve (the nerve responsible for sensation in the face, forehead, and anterior scalp) and imbalances of certain […]
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11Nov, 2015
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Fibromyalgia

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Fibromyalgia is a syndrome characterized by chronic widespread pain at multiple tender points, joint stiffness, and systemic symptoms that include but are not limited to mood disorders, fatigue, and sleeplessness. Unlike myofascial pain syndrome, fibromyalgia may be partially a result of central sensitization that occurs in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Patients with fibromyalgia are susceptible to a phenomenon called “wind up” in which the body responds with increasing pain to a persistent stimulus. Patients who suffer from fibromyalgia may be susceptible to increased inflammatory markers that […]
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9Nov, 2015
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Arthritis

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Arthritis is a medical term that means inflammation of a joint. Arthritis Symptoms The most common symptoms of arthritis are joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. Over time, the symptoms may become more and more severe, leading to loss of range of motion and/or inability of the joint to support weight. Types of Arthritis Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and is due to the normal “wear-and-tear” of the joint due to our daily activities. Over time, normal use of our joints causes the cartilage at the end of […]
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7Nov, 2015
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Disc herniation (Cervical)

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Introduction Intervertebral discs are positioned in between each vertebral body (the bones of the spine). Each disc is composed of a tough outer ring (the annulus) and a soft gel-like inner core (the nucleus). Disc degeneration or acute injury can cause the nucleus to herniate into the spinal canal or the neural foramen. The herniated disc can directly compress a nerve root (radiculopathy) or disc material can irritate the nerve root (radiculitis), causing pain, numbness, and tingling radiating down the path of the nerve from the neck through the shoulder […]
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