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MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is a “test that uses powerful magnets, radio waves, & a computer, to make detailed pictures of the inside of your body. This can be used to give you a diagnosis, or to see how well you’ve responded to treatment. Unlike X-rays & CT (computed tomography) scans, MRIs don’t use...

“If you feel tired all the time & have muscle aches & pains, you might think you’re coming down with the flu or another illness. But if your symptoms have been persisting for weeks or months, & you also have insomnia, gastro intestinal distress, or cognitive issues such as “brain fog,” there is a...

“Over time, posterior tilt increases the compression load on your mid & lower back. This increased compression means that the spine is unevenly loaded, & injuries such as disc prolapse & disk herniation can appear. Further, the rounding of the lumbar curve puts excessive pressure on your spine, thus leading to hip, back &...

It’s absolutely crucial to determine the root cause of your pain. – If you’ve been suffering for an extended period of time, or if you have had previous assessments & treatment/s & are still enduring pain, then the best course of action is to consult an Experienced Pain Specialist. They will be able to...

“Pain Medicine Specialists are doctors who are specially trained, qualified & revalidated so that they can offer integrated, expert assessment & management of pain using their own unique knowledge & skill set, usually within the context of a multidisciplinary team” [1]. To that end, they recognise the importance of a multidisciplinary approach Where Do...

Fibromyalgia, also known as FMS (fibromyalgia syndrome), relates to a chronic condition which can generate pain all over the body. “The Government recognizes fibromyalgia as a real & potentially disabling condition. The Department for Work & Pensions perspective is in relation to state sickness & disability benefits” [1] If you believe that you might...

Nerve damage (AKA Peripheral Neuropathy), is a result of damage to the nerves located outside the brain & spinal cord (peripheral nerves). – This often causes weakness, numbness & pain, usually in the hands & feet. Further, it can also affect other areas & body functions including digestion, urination & circulation” [1]. If left...

“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...