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ArticleAug 15, 2023 · 3 min read

Alternative Medicine for Managing Chronic Pain

Alternative medicine has become an increasingly popular approach for managing chronic pain. Chronic pain, which is typically characterized by long-lasting pain or discomfort, can be a challenge to manage, particularly… Read article
ArticleAug 14, 2023 · 3 min read

Topical Analgesics for Common Neuropathic Pain Disorders

Topical Analgesics for Common Neuropathic Pain Disorders Read article
ArticleAug 11, 2023 · 3 min read

The Health Benefits of Acupuncture

Acupuncture, a pillar of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has been practiced for thousands of years. Characterized by the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body, it’s a… Read article
ArticleAug 10, 2023 · 3 min read

Ethical Issues in Managing Chronic Pain

Chronic pain, defined as pain that persists for at least three months, is a health condition that affects millions of individuals globally. While there are numerous medical approaches and treatments… Read article
ArticleAug 9, 2023 · 3 min read

How a Pain Doctor Assesses Disability

Pain, a universal experience, can take many forms and intensities. When it comes to the clinical world, understanding and measuring pain is a necessity, especially for pain doctors who specialize… Read article
ArticleAug 8, 2023 · 2 min read

The Role of Pain Management Physicians

Pain, in its various forms and intensities, is a universal experience. While pain serves as the body’s natural alarm system, indicating harm or potential injury, chronic or severe pain can… Read article
ArticleAug 7, 2023 · 3 min read

Effect of Culture on Pain

Pain management that is safe, effective, and compassionate is a critical topic in medicine, as is the disparities in pain care across cultural and ethnic landscapes. Despite concerted efforts to… Read article
ArticleAug 5, 2023 · 2 min read

Intraosseous Basivertebral Nerve Ablation for Treating Chronic Low Back Pain

Intraosseous basivertebral nerve (BVN) ablation is a minimally invasive procedure developed as a therapeutic option for treating chronic low back pain (LBP). The chronic LBP often associated with vertebral endplate… Read article
ArticleAug 4, 2023 · 2 min read

Inherited Neuromuscular Disorders

Inherited neuromuscular disorders (INDs) represent a heterogeneous group of diseases that predominantly affect the peripheral nervous system, particularly the muscles and nerves controlling them. These conditions, passed down through generations… Read article
ArticleAug 3, 2023 · 2 min read

Anticoagulation and Antiplatelet Management for Interventional Pain Management Procedures

Anticoagulation and antiplatelet management is an essential aspect to consider while performing interventional pain management procedures. The primary concern is to balance the risks of bleeding and thromboembolism effectively, as… Read article
ArticleJul 30, 2023 · 2 min read

The Etiologies, Diagnosis and Treatment of Cervicogenic Headaches

Cervicogenic headaches (CGH) are secondary headaches characterized by unilateral pain originating from the neck and radiating towards the frontal-temporal region of the head. They are often provoked by neck movements… Read article
ArticleJul 29, 2023 · 2 min read

Lumbosacral Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

Lumbosacral radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a modern, minimally invasive therapeutic procedure used for the management of chronic lower back and sacroiliac joint pain. As part of the broader category of… Read article