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Treatments for long-term pain are as diverse as the causes. From pharmaceuticals to trigger point injections, there are countless approaches. However: “when it comes to treating chronic pain, no single technique is guaranteed to produce complete pain relief. Relief may be found by using a combination of treatment options” [1], & this is where...

“As multi-morbidity [multiple diseases/conditions & symptoms] increase with ageing, chronic pain is often one of these co-morbidities. One of the pharmacological interventions commonly used in its treatment, is the use of opioids. However, opioids are relatively ineffective in treating chronic pain, although they do have a place in the treatment repertoire. Moreover, there is...

“Treatment of both acute & chronic pain involves a combination of pharmacologic & provider-based interventions, which is effective for some patients but not for others. The use of repeated frequent usage involves the risk of adverse reactions, overuse, & dependency. Complementary & alternative therapies (CAT) offer an alternative or adjunctive method to decrease the...

Neuropathic pain is caused by injury or damage to the nerves which transfer data between the brain & spinal cord from the muscles, skin, & other parts of the body. “The pain is usually described as a burning sensation, & affected areas are often sensitive to the touch. Symptoms of neuropathic pain may also...

“Many conditions can cause penis pain, which can range from mild to severe. This pain may occur at rest, during sexual activity, or when urinating. People may feel pain in different areas of the penis or encounter different types of pain, such as sharp, dull, throbbing, or shooting” [1] If this applies to you,...

Prostatitis can be serious. “Several conditions can contribute to the signs & symptoms associated with this male condition, Prostatitis. You need to get immediate care if you are experiencing any of the following: an inability to urinate; painful or difficult urination accompanied by fever; blood in your urine; or severe discomfort or pain in...

“Regular physical activity helps ward off the ill effects of immobility. It prevents joint stiffness & muscle tightness, & ameliorates blood circulation. Popular physical activities like swimming & walking, have shown to be effective in decreasing pain & improving function. Moreover, research shows that rehabilitation programs have long-term effects on people with chronic pain”...

Research shows that “the introduction of an ergonomic chair shows a reduction in pain & muscle spasm, as well as a reduction in variance of the symptoms” [1] People do not usually equate unsafe working conditions with working in an office, or sitting at their computer chair at home. – Yet, the fact of...

“Sports injury recovery typically focuses on physical rehab, but it’s also important to include sports psychology techniques to help recover mentally. This is because, as research shows, sports people can experience a wide range of emotions with injury; these can include denial, anger, sadness, & even depression” [1] This is quite understandable, so to...

“Cervical Vertigo, also known as Cervicogenic Dizziness, is a feeling of disorientation or unsteadiness caused by a neck injury or health condition that affects the neck. It’s almost always accompanied by neck pain. Your range of motion can also be affected, & sometimes it comes along with a headache. Episodes of cervical vertigo go...