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[email-download download_id="3724" contact_form_id="1613"]As experts in effective pain medicine and management, here at the London Pain Clinic we are experienced in employing numerous different interventions to help you experience life pain-free. However, we also recognise that some patients may want to find out as much as possible about their own condition themselves. With that in mind, our Information section provides articles and resources on everything from alternative therapies and botox to repetitive strain injury and whiplash. Simply click on a topic on the right to get started. Nevertheless, if you would like to book an appointment with one of our pain specialists, please call us on 020 7118 0250 or email the London Pain Clinic.
As our Pain Doctors regularly explain to patients: “Trigeminal neuralgia (TN), also known as tic douloureux, is a type of neuropathic chronic pain disorder which is sometimes caused by an injury or nerve lesion. It involves sudden attacks of severe facial pain. It affects the trigeminal nerve, or the fifth cranial nerve, which provides...
As our well known Pain Doctors here at the London Pain Clinic, regularly explain to the patients we help: piriformis syndrome is an uncommon disorder which involves the nerves and muscles. If you have this condition, it means that your piriformis muscle (which is a band-like flat muscle found in your bottom close to...
Did you know that Botox is now being used as an extremely effective, minimally invasive treatment, for various types of long-term pain? Here at the London Pain Clinic, our world-class Pain Doctors are well known for using procedures and advising treatment inline with the latest research. With regard to the “Application of Botulinum Toxin...
As our Pain Doctors frequently explain to patients: “When alternative therapies are used in conjunction with conventional medicine, it is called complementary medicine. Alternative therapy encompasses a variety of disciplines including acupuncture, guided imagery, yoga, hypnosis, biofeedback, aromatherapy, relaxation, herbal remedies [including CBD], massage, and many others” [1] Putting a Spotlight on the Evidence...
“Living with chronic, persistent pain is a fact of life for 3 out of 10 people. Chronic pain can develop in various ways, including from injury or illnesses. When pain lasts beyond three to six months, treatment [involving a Holistic Personalised Treatment Plan, such as that provided by the London Pain Clinic], focuses on...
Pain Doctors commonly use the term Tech Neck. – This is a perfect description of the act of stressing our muscles when we are sitting at our desks using our computers or looking down at our keyboard, our mobiles, or documents on our desk. And whether we are doing this for hours on end...
As Pain Doctors regularly explain to their patients, Botox is not simply a muscle re-laxer. “Since 1989, botulinum toxin-A (BTX-A), has been used to treat neuropathic pain (neuralgia). Botulinum toxin-A shows significant potential as a valuable treatment option for various types of neuralgia. Its ability to alleviate pain and improve outcomes in these conditions,...
As Pain Doctors explain: “a pelvic tilt is a common postural abnormality that happens when your pelvic muscles lean too much towards one side. This deficiency typically develops when your pelvic muscles stay in one position for extended periods, (slumping on your couch, or sitting in an uncomfortable office chair for hours, can cause...
Overview A recent study has evaluated the efficacy of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) in treating fibromyalgia by targeting the prefrontal cortex. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either active rTMS or a placebo treatment, with their progress monitored over a period of six months. Mechanism of Action The prefrontal cortex is crucial for...
As any Pain Doctor will tell you, pain from “trigeminal neuralgia (TN), typically involves the lower face & jaw, although sometimes it affects the area around the nose & above the eye. This intense, stabbing, electric shock-like pain, is caused by trigeminal nerve irritation, which sends branches to the forehead, cheek & lower jaw....
