February 28, 2022
Myofascial pain syndrome is defined by the presence of trigger points throughout the body that are tender and cause pain. The pain that results from irritating a trigger point might even be referred to a different body part, making identifying trigger points a little complicated. […]
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September 30, 2021
Prolotherapy is a type of regenerative medicine used as treatments for torn tendons, joint disease and sports injuries. It’s also used as a therapy for back and knee pain. All prolotherapy involves is injecting an inactive, natural irritant – most commonly saline (salt solution) or […]
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February 24, 2020
Is prolotherapy more effective at treating knee pain caused by osteoarthritis than traditional interventional treatments such as local anesthetics, hyaluronic acid, ozone and radiofrequency? One study published last August in Advances in Rheumatology suggests that it has significant benefits, though further research is needed. The […]
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December 10, 2018
Did you know that ⅓ to half of all women suffer carpal tunnel symptoms during or after pregnancy? It’s a rather overlooked phenomenon. Though researchers aren’t sure of the cause, many suspect it’s a result of swelling due to hormones, similar to the swelling of […]
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April 24, 2017
If your doctor has recommended you undergo a spinal fusion surgery, think carefully. It’s vital that you understand what’s involved in the procedure before you decide to proceed. While most doctors mean well and want the best possible health outcome for you, following their recommendation […]
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February 8, 2017
Knee osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is a condition that causes the breakdown of cartilage in the knee joint. People with knee osteoarthritis typically experience pain, stiffness, compromised range of motion, swelling, and joint instability. You may not have to resort to prescription […]
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