Osteoarthritis in the Knee Introduction Osteoarthritis is the common form of arthritis and usually occurs with wear and tear of the joints. The osteoarthritis of the knee begins with the gradual deterioration of cartilage....
Treatment of Osteoporosis Introduction Osteoporosis is basically defined as a condition that causes the bones to weaken, making them more vulnerable to breakage. Five in almost every 100 people in the UK suffer from...
CRPS and Stanton-Hicks Medication Gabapentin/Pregabalin/Duloxetine Amitriptyline/Imipramine Tramadol/Oxycodone/Fentanyl Flecanide Vitamin C 100 mg b.d./NSAID/COX-2 Sativex Calcitonin/ Dextromethorphan Steroid/pulse (Prednisolone 30 mg for 7 days, 25 mg for 7 days etc. Coverage with Omeprazole 20...
Patient with lower back pain treated with lumbar facet joint injections Presentation of lower back pain A 38 year old gentleman who worked extensively as a painter and decorator presented to the clinic. As...
37 year old lady with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) treated succesfully with Lumbar Sympathectomy. Presenting features of CRPS This lady was seen in the Pain Clinic. She had been previously treated with a...
Neck pain in computer users Introduction Neck pain is one of the most common work-related injuries. More than 87% of computer workers report pain in the neck and shoulder pain, ranging from acute to...