A pain management doctor specializes in diagnosing and treating patients who experience acute (sudden), chronic (ongoing), or intermittent pain. Because of this physician’s focused medical training in determining the precise source of pain and recommending treatment that works, they’re best able to help you quell your pain effectively. If you’re seeking a pain management doctor…
Archives for September 2021
Importance of Getting Treatment for Your Child’s Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine that most obviously appears when you are standing or sitting upright (apparent when the back is bare), and it is usually in an S-shape or C-shape. It can develop in both adults and children, but children who are between the ages of 10 and 15 are at the…
Benefits Of Hands-On (Manual) Physical Therapy
While a massage may bring to mind a relaxing day at the spa, the health benefits of manual therapy go far beyond that. For instance, manual therapy can also help with a musculoskeletal injury or disorder. Physical therapy uses manual or non-drug methods to relieve pain and restore function. Physical therapists skillfully use their hands…
When to Consider Injections for Sciatica Pain Relief
The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back down both legs to the feet. When this nerve gets irritated or compressed, it can result in a painful condition called sciatica. You may also feel a tingling sensation, numbness, or weakness from your hip down to your foot. (Usually, only one side is affected in sciatica.)…