Posts by Pain Management & Injury Relief
What Aggravates Piriformis Syndrome?
Piriformis syndrome is a literal pain in the behind, yet despite its supposed prevalence, it is not well understood, nor is it properly documented in the general population. It is a “sciatica-like” condition, one characterized by symptoms that can often be mistaken for other conditions, yet one that also has unique characteristics and requires a…
Read MoreWhat Are the Signs of Nerve Damage?
Nerve damage or peripheral neuropathy describes any sort of dysfunction in the nerves outside of the central nervous system. While peripheral neuropathy occurs most often in the hands, feet, arms, and legs, any peripheral nerves in the nervous system (anything that is not your brain or spinal cord) can be affected. While some might assume…
Read MoreHow to Sleep With Intercostal Muscle Strain
Intercostal muscle strain refers to damage in the muscles between the ribs. These muscles are responsible for aiding in respiration, bracing, twisting, and a variety of other motions, and as such can be an incredibly frustrating injury to deal with, as it’s very easy to trigger pain after damaging the intercostal muscles. This makes even…
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