Headache and Physiotherapy
Headache and Physiotherapy Headache is a complex type of pain. Headache may have several causes and may be difficult to diagnose and treat. Many headaches are unexplained. However, there is building evidence that a...
Combination medication for the treatment of neuropathic pain
Combination medication for the treatment of neuropathic pain Introduction Neuropathic pain is a complex, chronic pain state, most often accompanied by a tissue injury. According to various studies, neuropathic low back pain affects an...
Causes of Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Causes of Myofascial Pain Syndrome Introduction Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) is typically defined as a chronic local or regional musculoskeletal disorder, involving a single muscle or a muscle group. The pain associated with MPS...
Glucosamine and Osteoarthritis
Glucosamine and Osteoarthritis Introduction Osteoarthritis (OA) is an arthritis type that is caused by the breakdown and eventual loss of cartilage of one or more joints. The main areas, which are affected by OA,...
The role of the Touch TENS machine from Tenscare in the management of pain
The role of the Touch TENS machine from Tenscare in the management of pain TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) is used as one of the tools in the armoury of most chronic pain clinics....
Slouching and Back Pain.
Slouching and Back Pain. Why is it that low back pain can be so much worse when we sit relaxed? Your mother probably always told you not to slouch, and, according to research from...
Intra-articular Steroid Injections for the Hip
Intra-articular Steroid Injections for the Hip Introduction Intra-articular steroid injections are a prescribed line of treatment for relief from joint-pain. The steroids administered through the intra-articular injections are used to decrease the inflammatory reaction...
COX2 and the risk of cerebrovascular disease
COX2 and the risk of cerebrovascular disease COX-2 Inhibitors – The Basics The cyclo-oxygenase 2 (COX-2) inhibitors are a form of drug in the class of medicines known as the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)....
Functional Restoration Programmes and Lower Back Pain
Functional Restoration Programmes and Lower Back Pain Introduction A functional restoration programme (FRP) is defined as a customized program of pain management, designed to help patients suffering from chronic pain. The programme typically consists...
Rheumatology Screen basic blood tests
Rheumatology Screen basic blood tests Full Blood Count ESR CRP Urea & Electrolytes LFT ANA Rheumatoid factor Anti- CCP antibodies Vitamin D
