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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.

Evidence Based Medicine

Evidence Based Medicine Definition Evidence Based Medicine is typically defined as an approach to healthcare practice in which the clinician is aware of the evidence in support of his/her clinical practice and the strength of that evidence. As per the Center for Evidence-Based Medicine, “Evidence-based medicine is the conscientious, explicit and judicious use of...

Case report of patient with CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome) treated with lumbar sympathectomy and medication

Case report of patient with CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome) treated with lumbar sympathectomy and medication This 63 year old lady presented to the clinic complaining of left foot and leg pain, with increasing oedema. She had had surgical incisions and on examination, there was a reduction in pinprick and pain with light touch...

The Limitations Of Botox In Pain Management

The Limitations Of Botox In Pain Management The use of botox as a beauty therapy treatment, preventing the appearance of wrinkles has been well known for some time now. However, recent publicity in the media about the use of botox as a means of managing pain, has led to many people viewing botox as...

Various Treatment Options For Controlling Neuropathic Pain

Various Treatment Options For Controlling Neuropathic Pain Neuropathic pain is a very specific type of pain that is usually defined as pain that originates due to an injury to or inflammation within the central or peripheral nervous system, although it could also arise from a nervous system that is not functioning correctly; a dysfunctional...

A Guide To Post Limb Amputation Pain

A Guide To Post Limb Amputation Pain Post limb amputation pain is a very distressing condition. Not only is someone recovering from major surgery and then coming to terms with the psychological trauma of having lost a limb, but they feel pain to a very high degree and often feel pain that is disconcerting...

The Causes Of A Frozen Shoulder

The Causes Of A Frozen Shoulder The correct term for a frozen shoulder is adhesive capsulitis and although it is not a life threatening condition it is one that can be painful and to some extent an inconvenience. Dressing, reaching for items off a high shelf, or even getting in and out of a...