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“Chronic pain is a widespread global health burden with insufficient therapeutic options which lead to an over-reliance on opioid painkillers which only give limited relief to patients with chronic (particularly neuropathic) pain, while potentially generating severe adverse effects, such as respiratory depression & addiction” [1]. But now, Pain Specialists are hailing a new discovery...

“Pain affects every aspect of our lives. It can challenge or change the activities we choose to do, the thoughts we have, & even the sleep we get. This is because, in addition to our physical discomfort, pain can affect our mental & emotional health — increasing our stress & frustration, sapping our motivation...

“There are at least 7 different types of elbow disorders. Overuse & sports injuries are the root cause of many elbow conditions. Golfers, baseball pitchers, tennis players & boxers often have elbow disorders” [1], & whether you are a sports player or not, seeking professional help from a Pain Specialist is essential to ameliorate...

Osteoarthritis is brought about by damage to, or the breakdown of, cartilage that sits between the bones. Generally speaking, this transformation of the underlying bone is gradual, and becomes more serious over time. However, right from the get-go, OA can create swelling, stiffness and pain; and in the case of some sufferers, disability and...

“The shoulder has a wide & versatile range of motion. When something goes wrong with your shoulder, it hampers your ability to move freely & can cause a great deal of pain & discomfort” [1] This is the time to see a Pain Specialist… Shoulder Pain is Down to Many Causes Everyday living makes...

“Dr Chris Jenner’ s name is synonymous with excellence in treating all forms of pain using both traditional and the latest research-backed cutting-edge solutions” Dr Christopher Jenner MB BS, FRCA FFPMRCA, is a leading global expert consultant, speaker, and author in the fields of Pain Elimination and Pain Management. He is the renowned Founder...

“Trigger point injections (TPI) are injections of anaesthetic & steroid directly into the “knots” in your muscles. These knots are known as “trigger points.” They occur when your muscle involuntarily contracts or spasms, which causes the area to become tender & radiate pain elsewhere in your body” [1] Do Your Muscle Knots Never Seem...

“Facet blocks are typically used for patients who have pain primarily in their back coming from arthritic changes in the facet joints, or for mechanical low back pain. You may require multiple injections depending upon how many joints are involved” [1] So What Does Facet Joint Block Treatment Involve? This common procedure refers to...

“Chronic pain may develop after an injury or due to a medical issue. Pain is defined as chronic if it lasts longer than 3 months, or beyond the normal healing time for the underlying condition or injury. Chronic pain can affect every part of the sufferer’s life, from work & social life to sleep...

“Pregnancy back pain normally comes about where the pelvis meets your spine, at the sacroiliac joint. There are numerous reasons why it happens, and this is why it is vital to see an experienced Pain Specialist” Unavoidable Circumstances “During a healthy pregnancy, women typically gain between 25 & 35 pounds. The spine has to...