Pain Management Physician

How a Pain Management Doctor Can Help Post-Surgery

It is pretty normal to have some pain after any surgery, but doctors always make sure the pain is kept at a minimum and that it is not excruciating so that patients can have a more comfortable recovery. Pain control is usually planned by you and your care team before surgery is scheduled. A pain… 

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Who Is at Risk for Degenerative Disc Disease?

Degenerative disc disease is a wear and tear of the spinal discs and can happen to anyone. Long-term effects cause mobility issues and interfere with your quality of life. c Aging is a primary cause, but other factors can increase the risk of this condition. Let us talk about degenerative disc disease, its risk factors,… 

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What Can Steroid Injections Help Treat?

Steroid injections are a common form of treatment in orthopedics. Many people misunderstand steroid injections to mean the steroids used by athletes to cheat. The truth is, they are not the same. Some steroids can be very helpful in alleviating symptoms of a variety of conditions. Read on to learn more about steroid injection therapy… 

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How To Work From Home With Less Pain

Lack of commuting, more time with family, and stretching out on the couch are some of the perks of working from home. However, creating a comfortable, ergonomic workspace at home can be a challenge — which is why so many people are getting aches and pains. We’re all working while hunched over or slouching in… 

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Physical Therapy for Lingering Pain

Pain is a warning system that signals our bodies that something is wrong. On the plus side, pain protects the body from further injury. However, when the pain lingers, it can affect your daily life. Medications and rest may not be enough to relieve it. You may need physical therapy if you suffer from persistent,… 

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Sciatica Pain Treatment: At-Home Exercises for Pain Relief

Sciatica pain can be debilitating. It’s the type of sharp, stabbing pain that travels from your lower back down your hip and leg. If you are feeling the symptoms of sciatica, you may be tempted to remain lying or seated the whole day. However, movement is one of the best things you can do to… 

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Can an Orthopedic Surgeon Help Me with Tailbone Pain in My Spine?

Tailbone pain – also referred to as coccydynia – is pain that occurs in or around the last bone at the bottom of the spine, known as the coccyx (tailbone). Damage or inflammation to the coccyx, or to the surrounding structures, can cause pain and tenderness in the bony area just above the buttocks. Sometimes… 

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How Can a Pain Management Doctor Help Me with My Sciatica?

Sciatica is a painful and frustrating spinal condition that is characterized by persistent pain that begins in the lower back and usually travels down one leg, and sometimes both legs. The good news is that sciatica pain can – with proper care – be controlled. Let’s talk about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this… 

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Different Types of Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal curvature of the spine: instead of falling into normal alignment, the vertebrae make an S- or C-shaped curve. Over time, the curve may become more prominent and eventually cause health problems. There are four types of scoliosis: idiopathic, neuromuscular, degenerative, and congenital scoliosis. While these types have… 

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Tips to Help You Better Describe Your Back Pain to a Doctor

Did you know that back pain accounts for over 264 million lost workdays annually? That is two workdays per full-time worker in the United States. While back pain usually goes away on its own, it can also persist. The statistics just mentioned can tell you how it can interfere with your daily activities. If back pain has… 

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