Trigger point injections can relieve painful muscle knots. It is estimated that 85 percent of the population will experience one or more muscle knots in a lifetime. Muscle knots can be very painful and lead to restricted movements. Sometimes the muscle knots can be treated at home. Trigger point injection therapy is a commonly recommended alternative when […]
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Cervical epidural steroid injections (ESIs) as a temporary pain relief option for certain causes of chronic neck pain. Cervical epidural steroid injections are a common form of therapy for certain causes of chronic neck pain. Cervical radiculopathy affects approximately 1 in 1000 adults per year, and neck pain is the fourth leading cause of disability
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A pinched nerve is also called a compression nerve. A pinched nerve occurs when too much pressure is placed on a nerve by surrounding tissues. The tissues could be muscles, tendons, cartilage or bones. The pressure disrupts the functioning of the nerve and can be very painful. The common treatments for a pinched nerve in the
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Exercise and sports-related injuries can occur, no matter how hard a person tries to avoid them. Once a person experiences such an injury, they become anxious to start moving again as soon as possible. It takes time to heal from any exercise injury. But you can recover more quickly and get back to playing or
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The spine is made up of a series of vertebrae (bones) cushioned by discs. When a disc is injured or deteriorating due to disease or aging, it can lead to a herniated disc. There are ways to avoid developing this condition with exercise, taking precautions and making lifestyle changes. What is a Herniated Disc? Briefly,
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The health benefits of antioxidants are often highlighted by food and vitamin companies that claim their products fight the formation of “free radicals.” What you may not realize is that free radicals are actually associated with diseases like cancer and heart disease. Antioxidants are also important in addressing chronic pain because they can reduce oxidative
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Back pain is a common medical problem, affecting as many as 8/10 people in their lifetime, according to research found at the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Almost 40 million U.S. workers are experiencing low back pain. With so many people dealing with back pain, it is not surprising that many myths or misconceptions have
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Spinal Cord Stimulation (also known as “SCS”) therapy has been used to combat chronic pain since 1967. The FDA approved spinal cord stimulation in 1989 for the relief of intractable pain in the torso, arms, and legs. How Does Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy Work for Chronic Pain? SCS works by sending mild electrical pulses to nerves
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For every pound of body weight you gain, you add stress to your lower back. The extra weight causes chronic spine conditions, aggravates existing problems, and can result in debilitating low back pain. Losing weight is vital for restoring a healthy back, but before you begin a weight loss program, it’s important to protect your back
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It’s natural to get discouraged when you spend your days with chronic back pain that doesn’t improve with conventional medical care. But don’t give up searching for solutions. Instead, connect with the team at Integrative Pain & Spine Institute. Dr. Manvar specializes in diagnosing and treating back pain caused by facet joint disorders. We offer a
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