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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
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
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
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
Comparison of the Risk Levels Between Multilevel vs. Bilateral Cervical Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injections
Interventional pain management procedures are an essential component of modern pain management strategies. They aim to alleviate chronic pain and improve patients’ quality of life. Among the various interventions available… Read article
Steroid Dosing in Interventional Pain Management Procedures: An Evidence-Based Approach
The use of steroids in interventional pain management procedures has transformed patient outcomes, enhancing both the quality and duration of pain relief. Steroids are known to decrease inflammation and swelling… Read article
Ultrasound-Guided Pulsed Radiofrequency of the Cervical Nerve Root for Cervical Pain
Cervical pain, often linked to cervical radiculopathy, presents a significant healthcare burden, with implications ranging from reduced mobility and quality of life to financial impacts for affected individuals. With conventional… Read article
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections: Efficacy and Safety
Lumbar epidural steroid injections (LESIs) are a means of assuaging lumbar radiculopathy, which involves numbness, muscle weakness, tingling, or even pain radiating down from the lower back to the hips… Read article
Who Needs an EMG after an Auto Accident?
An electromyography (EMG) is a diagnostic procedure that assesses the health of muscles and the nerves controlling them. It can be recommended for someone who has been in an auto… Read article
Why You Need to See a Pain Doctor after an Auto Accident
Auto accidents are an unfortunate reality of modern life, and their consequences can range from minor fender benders to severe and life-changing events. Regardless of the extent of the accident… Read article
How a Pain Doctor can Treat Your Shoulder Pain after an Auto Accident
Auto accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, and one common complaint after such an incident is shoulder pain. Whether the pain is the result of a direct… Read article