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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.

 

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 most commonly occurs in the head, neck, shoulders, arms, legs and lower back. Such pain of the Myofascial Pain Syndrome...

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 estimated 5.6 million people in the US. The condition is typically characterized by a burning and shooting pain, along with a feeling of tingling and numbness. The term...

Restless Leg Syndrome

Introduction Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is defined as a neurological movement disorder characterized by sensory and motor abnormalities. The condition is typically accompanied by unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move them for relief. In laymen terms, the restless leg syndrome is a condition in which the legs feel extremely...

Ear Pain

Introduction Ear pain is defined as a dull or intense sensation of discomfort in the ear or related areas. Chronic otalgia or earache is a very common problem in most of the adults. However, at least 50% of the ear pain is a referred pain .i.e. it comes from a different area or part...

Occipital Neuralgia

Introduction Occipital Neuralgia is a form of neuropathic pain caused by irritation or injury to the occipital nerve located in the back of the scalp. The occipital nerves are two pair of nerves that originate in the area of the second and third vertebrae of the neck. The term is also often used to...

Testimonial of patient treated by London Pain Clinic

Testimonial of patient treated by London Pain Clinic The medication I received on my first appointment was a great help after I discontinued my antidepressant medication. When I say I am grateful for Dr. Jenner and you…I am not merely being polite. It is a HUGE help in managing my life and remaining a...