Conditions

Spinal stenosis occurs when the spaces within the spine narrow, putting pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine. It most commonly affects the lower back (lumbar spine) and the neck (cervical spine), causing a range of symptoms that can significantly impact mobility and quality of life. What are the Signs to Look For?

In today’s digital age, “tech neck” has become a widespread issue, especially among those who spend long hours hunched over their devices. This condition refers to the discomfort, stiffness, and pain that develop in the neck and upper back from constantly bending the head down while using smartphones, tablets, and computers. Over time, tech neck

Knee pain is a common issue affecting people of all ages. In fact, knee pain affects approximately 25% of adults according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. Over the past 20 years, there has been an increase in prevalence by 65%, accounting for nearly 4 million doctor visits annually. Whether due to injury, arthritis,

Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a chronic pain condition characterized by excruciating pain that affects the trigeminal nerve. The trigeminal nerve is composed of three large branches, the ophthalmic nerve (V1), maxillary nerve (V2), and mandibular nerve (V3). These nerves provide sensory innervation to the face and motor innervation to the muscles that are used for

Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a persistent and often debilitating neuropathic pain that arises as a complication of shingles, a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). While shingles itself typically resolves within a few weeks, PHN can linger for months or even years, significantly impacting the quality of life for those affected. The pain

What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by chronic, widespread pain and tenderness in several areas of the body continuously for at least three months. It is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain along with stiffness, fatigue, sleep disturbance, cognitive difficulties and mood changes such as anxiety or depression. What are the Causes of Fibromyalgia?

The spine has nerves that exit through the holes in the spine’s bones on each side and at each level of the vertebrae. The holes are called foramen and allow nerve messages to travel to the rest of the body including hands and feet. These nerve roots are called radicular nerves because they branch out or

Experts say back pain is the most common reason people miss days at work, and the third most common ailment that drives people to see a doctor. In fact, 80% of adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Although we can experience middle back pain at any age, it is usually

Back pain comes in many forms, with different symptoms depending on the issue. One of the most recognizable concerns is a bulging disc. These are also often referred to as variants called herniated, ruptured, or protruding discs. There are two basic sources when pinpointing what causes a bulging disc. First, it is considered a common