We’ve all had headaches at the most inopportune moments, whether before a big presentation, a long drive, or a strenuous physical task. New daily persistent headache (NDPH), however, is another matter altogether, describing head pain that lasts for as long as three months or longer. Headaches are not quite easily diagnosed – they can be…

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Suppose you’ve ever heard of epidural injections before. In that case, it might have been in the context of childbirth – epidurals, or epidural injections, are a form of temporary painkiller or anesthetic applied via injection in the epidural layer of the spine. The injection itself is colloquially known as an epidural, but the name refers…

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Most people experience back pain at some point in their lives, and many experiences debilitating chronic back pain throughout the year. Pinpointing the origin of that pain can be difficult, especially after surgical intervention. When a patient’s pain symptoms haven’t improved after a surgical intervention, doctors may diagnose them with “failed back surgery syndrome,” or…

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What’s the difference between lower back pain, tailbone pain, and pain in your buttocks? Anatomically speaking, all three are connected – yet they are wholly separate, and pain in any of the three areas can mean very different things. The tailbone is a real bone, and as the name implies, it is, in fact, an…

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If you’ve been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease (DDD), it’s important to know you’re not alone. Over 40 percent of people over 40 have one or more degenerated spinal discs. This risk increases with age—by age 60, about 60 percent of your peers likely have a degenerated disc. However, DDD isn’t exclusive to older adults;…

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“Osteoarthritis vs rheumatoid arthritis” is a common comparison because they are two of the most common forms of arthritis. Arthritis is a catch-all term for a series of related conditions that cause joint pain and inflammation. However, despite their similarities, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are very different, with varying treatment methods, causes, and symptoms. Understanding…

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Pain is something we’ve all experienced. For most people, it is a part of our sensory system – the same way we touch, smell, see and hear. We also experience pain as a response to both internal and external stimuli. This pain tells us something. Sharp pain, burning pain, dull pain, aching pain, throbbing pain,…

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Disc desiccation, often referred to as disc dehydration, is a common form of disc degeneration and a typical consequence of aging. Despite its concerning name, disc desiccation is a gradual process that becomes clinically significant when a patient starts experiencing symptoms such as pain, reduced mobility, and neurological problems due to degenerated spinal discs. Understanding…

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Pain is more often a symptom of illness or injury than a condition in and of itself. But what if your only real symptom is pain? Most pain conditions can be traced back to some nociceptive or neurological cause, but some conditions and cases are more complex to diagnose than others. One such pain condition…

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Chronic and severe back pain affects an estimated 16 million Americans and can often be debilitating. Treatments for lower back pain differ greatly depending on where the pain is coming from and what caused it. Simply put, not all back pain is equal. Two types of back pain can cause real issues for people. They are…

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