Chronic Pain Conditions

This category shares articles of about varying conditions of chronic pain conditions. Helping to give more information and spread awareness of certain conditions, and possible treatments for those conditions. Dr. Castillo aims to give as much information to his patients possible. So patients can better understand their pain, and make informed decisions in regards to their health goals. Such conditions can include Peripheral Neuropathy, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Sports Injuries, Sciatica, and chronic back conditions.

Scoliosis Types

Scoliosis is any abnormal sideways curvature of the spine measuring at least 10 degrees on an x-ray. While it’s not a disease, in rare cases it can be caused by a disease. More often, however, scoliosis develops from an unknown cause during adolescence or from spinal degeneration during adulthood. Structural vs. Nonstructural There are two

Chronic Pain Conditions

Neuropathy And Chronic Back Pain

Neuropathic pain originates in the nerves; and can be thought of as similar to static on a telephone line. Neuropathy happens when nerves become damaged or dysfunctional because of an injury or trauma. It’s considered a chronic condition. Neuropathic pain is distinct from other types of pain. If a person breaks a bone, pain signals

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10 Tips for Posture and Ergonomics

Everyday habits, like prolonged sitting or standing, staring at screens, carrying heavy bags on the same shoulder, driving, or even sleeping; can over time may cause poor posture. Poor posture can become second nature, creating and aggravating back and neck pain. On a positive note, you can control and even changed the main variables affecting

Chronic Pain Conditions, Lifestyle Tips for Chronic Pain

Low Vitamin D linked to Peripheral Neuropathy

Recent studies have reported that patients with Type 2 diabetes and diabetic peripheral neuropathy showed lower Vitamin D levels than patients without T2 diabetes or peripheral neuropathy. Some studies also found including a vitamin D supplementation could help improve painful neuropathic symptoms, which suggests vitamin D could have a role in diabetic peripheral neuropathy.  Low

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Other Electrotherapy Treatments

Electrotherapy treatments can be helpful with providing some relief certain conditions. Chronic back or leg pain can be aided by electrotherapy, called PEMF, by promoting promoting bone growth and strength. Other forms of electrotherapy are used to help circulatory disorders, improve range of motion, and reduce muscle spasms. Both forms of electrotherapy help aid the

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Diet Tips for Arthritis

Sometimes the easiest way to improve your health with conditions like arthritis is by modifying lifestyle choices like diet and exercise. Arthritis causes pain and stiffness in joints and muscle,s which can stop people from doing every day tasks. No diets can cure arthritis, but by making small changes, like eating more fruits and vegetables,

Chronic Pain Conditions, Lifestyle Tips for Chronic Pain

Ice or Heat for Lower Back Pain?

Ice or heat? Which do you use when treating lower back pain? Both can provide effective relief. Cold and heat therapies treat different aspects of lower back pain; and using them in tandem can be effective. Ice therapy can help minimize inflammation and swelling. And heat therapy can help stimulate blood flow to the area

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Concussion Care

A concussion is a brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a violent shaking of the head and body. While there’s no specific cure for concussions doctors often recommend rest and restricting activities to allow the brain to recover. This means one should temporarily reduce sports, video games, TV, or too much

Chronic Pain Conditions, Therapies & Treatments