One of the most discussed questions in pain management is, “can damaged nerves heal?” Today we’ll discuss how nerve damage can be managed, and the best ways to move forward.  Do you find yourself asking, “can damaged nerves heal?” Medical researchers have been concerned with ways to reverse the damage and induce proper healing in…

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Sciatic nerve pain can be very painful, if you or a loved one is suffering, these sciatica stretches and exercises can help.  Sciatica can be a literal pain in the behind and may be a recurring issue for many sedentary patients. While over-the-counter pain medication and patience remain key to overcoming the pain under most…

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Damaged nerves resulting in pain are a common occurrence, but can nerve damage be repaired? Here’s what you should know. Many systems in the human body exist explicitly to address and heal tissue damage. But some parts of the body heal slower than others, and some cannot heal at all. Nerves, when sufficiently damaged, may…

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Back pain affects many Americans, but can sciatica be cured? Here’s what you should know about this pain, and how it can be treated. Among all nagging aches and pains, back pain is the most ubiquitous, and arguably the most debilitating. Some 49-70 percent of Americans experience a form of lower back pain every year,…

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When your body feels pain, it may be difficult to identify the source of such pain. Could it be a pinched nerve? What does a pinched nerve feel like? A pinched nerve can be the culprit behind a number of sudden and nagging pains. Wrist issues, elbow problems, hand pain, numb fingers, a soft limp,…

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Herniated disk exercises can help you recover from a herniated or ruptured disc. After consulting your doctor, learn about the best exercises. A herniated or ruptured disc is a condition wherein the spongy discs between your vertebrae rupture and leak, putting pressure on the surrounding nerves and often (but not always) causing pain. While this…

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Chest muscle strains can occur from various activities. Learn when it’s time to see a pain management doctor, and treatment options. Difficulty breathing. Sharp pain. A stabbing feeling. These are just some of the symptoms of a potential heart attack – and they mirror those of a sudden and painful muscle strain. How can you tell…

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Nerve pain in the arm can be caused by many different factors. Learn some of the most common reasons, and how to identify it. A lot of arm pain is caused by misfired or damaged nerves, sometimes caused by associated illnesses, and sometimes the result of direct damage on the culprit nerve itself. Nerve pain…

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Kyphoplasty vs. vertebroplasty are two similar procedures, and both are used to treat vertebral compression fractures or VCFs. These are surgical procedures, but they are minimally invasive.  Both kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty alter the structure of your vertebrae. This is to prevent further collapse in the bone and limit the risk of spinal deformities. These can occur when a VCF…

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Sciatica vs. piriformis can often be mistaken for one another. There are some differences, however, so read on to learn more. Do you ever feel a nagging pain down one side of your body? Do you frequently find yourself sitting or walking awkwardly because of a numb feeling in one buttock or leg? Do you…

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