Gone are the days when those suffering from chronic pain, particularly chronic knee pain, were caught between a rock and a hard place: pain medications, which wear off quickly; and invasive surgeries, which are fraught with risks and come with a lengthy recovery time. Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a refreshing breakthrough in the field of
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Understanding Pain Management: What to Expect from Your First Visit
When you burn your finger, get a bruise, or develop arthritis in your joints, special nerve endings called nociceptors in the affected part get activated. These nerve endings send signals to the brain, telling it that something wrong has happened to the body, and that is when you feel pain. Most of the time pain
Read MoreWhat Are the Benefits of Seeing a Pain Management Doctor?
Pain can keep you from living your life the way you want to. It can limit your physical function, cause fatigue and keep you from engaging in activities that were once enjoyable or necessary. Furthermore, it can leave you frustrated, sad, and depressed. When it comes to managing your excruciating and debilitating pain, consulting a
Read MoreHow Scoliosis Pain Treatment Works
According to the National Scoliosis Foundation, approximately 7 million people in the United States are suffering from scoliosis. Scoliosis is a condition that affects the structure of the spine and causes it to curve or twist to the side. The abnormal twist or curve of the spine pulls your ribcage out of its normal position
Read MoreA Comprehensive Guide To Arthritis Treatment
Arthritis is a leading cause of joint pain and stiffness. Arthritis can cause varying degrees of pain and impair movement. While there is no cure for arthritis, you can consider many treatment options to manage the pain and continue to lead a productive life. Symptoms Of Arthritis Arthritis causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the
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When you are suffering from knee pain from arthritis, it can truly throw a wrench in your plans – even getting in the way of accomplishing simple things like making dinner or running errands. What’s worse is that the pain is often accompanied by stiffness and swelling, and all of it can become debilitating. When
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