What Are Epidural Steroid Injections ?
One of the common treatment options for lower back and leg pain are epidural steroid injections (ESIs). In fact, they’ve been used since 1952 and are, to this day, …
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Acute vs. Chronic Spinal Pain
When it comes to spinal pain, it’s all about time. Acute pain comes on quickly, and usually is the result of a sprain, strain, pull, or inflammation. Chronic pain in …
Herniated vs Bulging Disc
Herniated vs. bulging discs. What’s the difference? When you have excruciating back pain, it may not matter to you. Pain is pain. But there is a difference. To understand …
Causes of Inflammation in the Joints
Joint pain is bad enough, but when inflammation sets in with its redness, swelling and heat, the ordeal rises to a new level. Blame it on your immune system, …
Why Do We Get Shorter With Age?
When you were a kid, your father seemed to stand as tall as a redwood tree. When you hit high school, you were thrilled that finally you and dad …
Is Arthroscopic Surgery an Option for Cartilage Tears?
There are many types of sports injuries, but one of the most common among athletes who play contact sports such as football and hockey are meniscus, or cartilage tears. …
Different Types of Interventional Pain Management Injections
Chronic pain can severely limit one’s ability to live a full an active life. For those who suffer from chronic pain, every-day tasks can become burdensome chores. Just as …
Is there a Link Between Osteoporosis and Crohn’s Disease?
Crohn’s disease is a chronic condition classified as an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Symptoms vary in severity, often including frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized …
Returning to Exercise After Orthopedic Surgery
Understanding what to expect after orthopedic surgery can go a long way towards helping you with your recovery. Exercise is vital for restoring movement and building strength after orthopedic surgery. In …
Rapid Weight Gain and the Effects on Your Joints
There are many well-known links between excess weight and diseases. Most people are aware that gaining weight is bad for your heart and is also linked to certain kinds …