Posts by Pain Management & Injury Relief
Spinal Stenosis Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Roughly 65 million Americans report some form of back pain annually. Up to 16 million Americans struggle with chronic back pain because it impacts the quality of life and significantly affects day-to-day activities. While our backs are meant to support us for a lifetime, certain factors – from recurring injuries and occupational hazards to genetic…
Read MoreHeadache Location Meaning: What Can It Tell You?
Headaches are ubiquitous, but not every type of head pain is the same. Specific intensities, patterns, and, most importantly, headache location, can tell you a lot about why your head hurts and what you should do. Defining a Headache A headache is any pain isolated in or around the head, so identifying its cause can…
Read MoreThe Lesser-Knowns of Shingles
Shingles is a viral infection caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus. When a person is first infected with this virus, they get chickenpox. In other words, shingles occur when the varicella-zoster virus begins attacking the spine again, usually due to a weakening immune system or aging. Most cases of shingles occur as isolated…
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