Lower back pain can be debilitating. Even simple activities like lifting the laundry out of the washer, walking the dog or driving a car can be very painful and become unbearable. Fortunately, a quick and effective non-surgical treatment called an epidural steroid injection (ESI) can relieve severe lower back pain. When more conventional therapies, like…
If you have painful arthritis symptoms in your knees or other joints, you might think that the last thing you should do is get more active. However, frequent walking, stretching and other activities can help reduce arthritis pain and improve general mobility. Benefits of Walking with Knee Arthritis Walking may seem counterintuitive when you have…
When you’re in pain, you are not able to fully be yourself. Dealing with the effects of chronic, ongoing pain can take a difficult toll on you emotionally, but it can also have physical effects. Find out how your pain could be affecting other areas of your life, and how treating it can improve your…
The only thing you can think about during a migraine attack is getting some relief. Taking medicine for migraines can help alleviate discomfort for some people, but it is not enough for others. Migraine Headache Symptoms Although migraines frequently run in families, this does not indicate that every member will experience a migraine. Migraine headache…
Juvenile arthritis is a condition that often clears up before adulthood. However, as an umbrella term, juvenile arthritis includes a large number of conditions. Your child may experience symptoms that progress into older years. Many forms of juvenile arthritis are also caused by autoimmune conditions. It is therefore important to seek a definitive diagnosis. Symptoms…
Most plastic surgery procedures that change the size of the breast are not covered by insurance. These are considered elective, cosmetic procedures and most are paid out-of-pocket by the patient. There is an exception to this rule – medically necessary breast reduction surgery. This is one of the few breast plastic surgery procedures that can…
You may benefit from working with a physical therapist after an injury or surgery. However, benefits will vary depending on your needs. Each individual engages in an adaptive treatment plan, aimed at achieving specific goals. There are countless benefits associated with physical therapy. The key to success is working with a provider who understands your…
Ketamine infusion treatments have been shown to reduce symptoms in chronic pain patients. However, there are other benefits that you should consider. If you suffer from depression, anxiety, or mood swings related to your primary condition, relief is within your grasp. Living conditions such as Fibromyalgia and regional pain can cause secondary health concerns. However,…
Whiplash is a common soft tissue injury to the neck or cervical spine. Usually, the damage to the musculoskeletal system happens from the head jolting forward and backward in an auto accident. However, whiplash can result from anything that causes this whipping motion, like a fall, contact sports or assault (physical abuse). What Exactly is…
You may have heard that more medical providers are beginning to offer telemedicine appointments to patients? There are several benefits to this type of service. However, telemedicine is not designed to replace face-to-face interactions between patient and doctor completely. A telemedicine appointment can involve a phone or video call. Additionally, multiple parties can participate, allowing…
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