Procedure of the Week: Spinal Cord Stimulation

Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a type of therapy that uses electrical impulses to alleviate chronic pain in patients who have not found relief through other methods. This therapy …

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Common Questions: Migraine

Migraine is a type of headache that is characterized by severe pain, often on one side of the head. It is a common condition that affects millions of people …

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Common Questions: Cancer-Related Pain

Cancer pain is a significant issue that affects millions of people around the world. It can be caused by the cancer itself, as well as the treatment of the …

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Common Questions: Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain disorder that is characterized by severe and persistent pain, often in the arms, legs, hands, or feet. It is often …

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Common Questions: Neuropathic Pain

Neuropathic pain is a type of chronic pain that is caused by damage or dysfunction of the nerves. It is often characterized by a shooting or burning sensation and …

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Common Questions: Spinal Stenosis

Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal, the space through which the spinal cord runs, becomes narrow. This narrowing can put pressure on the spinal cord …

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Common Questions: Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)

Degenerative disc disease is a condition that occurs when the discs in the spine, which act as cushions between the vertebrae, begin to deteriorate. This can lead to pain, …

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Common Questions: Sciatic Pain (Sciatica)

The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body and runs from the lower back, through the buttocks, and down the legs. It is responsible for transmitting sensory …

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Common Questions: Intercostal Neuralgia

The intercostal nerves are a group of nerves located between the ribs. They are responsible for transmitting sensory information, such as touch and temperature, as well as motor signals, …

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Common Questions: Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a type of nerve damage that is caused by chemotherapy treatment for cancer. It is characterized by numbness, tingling, and a loss of sensation …

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