Diabetic neuropathy is a prevalent and potentially debilitating complication that can arise from diabetes. It affects the nerves, causing various symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness, predominantly in the feet and legs. Understanding this condition is crucial for individuals living with diabetes and healthcare professionals alike, as it empowers them to recognize the […]
The Sacroiliac joints (SI joints) connect your hips to your back. Dysfunction in this area can lead to lower back and leg pain. It is important to correctly diagnose the source of your pain, as SI dysfunction can mimic sciatica and herniated discs. However, with proper diagnosis, a treatment plan that helps your pain and […]
Some pain after surgery is normal. However, it should only last a short time. Pain that persists for months or even years is a problem that plagues a small number of people who have had some type of surgery. Estimates on the frequency of post-surgical nerve pain vary; some sources say that as many as […]
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition affecting the wrist and hand that makes it hard to engage in everyday activities. Carpal tunnel affects 2 – 3% of the population at some point in their lives. It affects men and women 40 – 60 years old, with women being affected more often. If you have […]
The majority of people with advanced cancer, and around three in five with cancer at any stage, will experience significant pain. While treating the cancer itself is vital, seeking pain relief is just as important. We can offer a range of pain relief options to keep you more comfortable during treatment.
For two-thirds of individuals, when you get chickenpox as a child it doesn’t just end there. For many, that long-forgotten rash returns in the form of shingles. Shingles can last a few weeks for most people, but those few weeks can be excruciating. In some unlucky people, pain doesn’t end once the rash goes away. […]
Phantom limb pain occurs after an individual has undergone limb amputation and still feels severe pain around where the limb used to be. 85% of individuals that undergo an amputation report feeling some kind of sensation in the missing area. This painful condition has often been misdiagnosed as psychological; however, it is now considered to […]