16 Nov 2015
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Brain discovery leads to new treatments for neuropathy

Chronic Pain Conditions, Peripheral Neuropathy, Therapies & Treatments, , , ,
Peripheral neuropathy is a debilitating condition for which there are few effective treatments, mainly because we do not fully understand the underlying molecular mechanisms, say researchers whose latest discovery appears to shed new light in this area. The team, from McGill University in Montreal, Canada, reports the discovery in The Journal of Neuroscience. They hope the findings will lead to new research to help patients suffering from peripheral neuropathy or neuropathic pain. According to the National Institutes of Health, around 20 million people in the US have some form of peripheral neuropathy - trauma or disease damage to the peripheral…
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02 Oct 2015
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Chronic Pelvic Pain: Diagnosis & Treatment

Chronic Pain Conditions, Nerve Pain, , ,
While chronic pelvic pain is prevalent in women, it is often under diagnosed and inadequately treated. The differential diagnosis and the role of pelvic floor physical therapy are key factors in the successful treatment of the many types of chronic pelvic pain. Q: Is zero pain an achievable goal in the treatment of chronic pelvic pain?  Dr. Fitzgerald: Women should be extremely hopeful that with a multi-disciplinary approach, we can significantly reduce their pain and improve functioning. In fact, functional measures might be a better way to increase our success in the treatment of chronic pelvic pain. I tell patients…
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14 Sep 2015
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How to Treat Back Pain without Drugs

Chronic Pain Conditions, Nerve Pain, Peripheral Neuropathy, , ,
Back pain is a common health issue today that affects at least eight out of 10 people. It is a prevalent problem among Americans. In fact, statistics from the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) reveal that at least 31 million Americans experience lower back pain at any given time. The ACA report also says that: One-half of all working Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year. Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work. In fact, it is the second most common reason for visits to the doctor’s office (next to upper-respiratory infections). As many…
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21 Aug 2015
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Plantar Fasciitis: How to Deal with It

Chronic Pain Conditions, , ,
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment ranges from simple stretches to shock-wave therapy Connie Glen isn’t sure what she did exactly, but in February she started getting unexplained pain in her left heel — and seven months, several practitioners and about $2,000 later, it’s still not entirely healed, though she’s finally seeing some improvement. Glen has plantar fasciitis, a common foot injury that can make walking even short distances an ouch-inducing exercise and one that has derailed many a planned marathon among running enthusiasts. The condition occurs when the plantar fascia — a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from the heel bone to…
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17 Feb 2015
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What is Peripheral Neuropathy

Nerve Pain, , , ,
Think of peripheral neuropathy like static on a telephone line, both interrupt the sending of information. Peripheral neuropathy is a result of nerve damage in the peripheral nervous system. This damage causing a disruption of information from the brain and spinal cord to other parts of the body. It can occur following traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems, and exposure to toxins. Diabetes is a common cause of peripheral neuropathy. Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy include muscle weakness, numbness, tingling sensations (paresthesia), loss of sensation. As well as pain sensations in the feet, hands, and other parts of the body. Neuropathy can…
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