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Good Days and Bad Days – Coping With Long-Term Pain Introduction Pain is generally defined by the medical fraternity as a warning signal implying an anticipated danger to the human body. It usually arises as a result of some disorder or impending ailment and in turn gets treated accordingly with suitable treatment modalities. Such...

Botulinum Toxin A in Treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia – Latest Advances Introduction Botulinum toxin is basically a neurontin protein produced by the bacterium clostridium botulinum and is one of the most poisonous naturally occurring substances in the world. Used to treat painful muscle spasms and as a cosmetic treatment, it is generally sold under...

Managing Chronic Pain in 10 Easy Steps Abridged from the Pain Association of Scotland support for people with chronic pain in the community. Step 1: Be realistic. Be honest and learn what you can about your physical condition, including dealing with anger and frustration. Step 2: Get involved. Take an active role in dealing...

Multimodal Analgesia Introduction Multimodal analgesia is a pharmacologic method of pain management which combines various groups of medications for pain relief. The most commonly combined medication groups include local anesthetics, opioids, NSAIDs, acetaminophen and alpha-2 agonists. In laymen terms, multimodal analgesia involves a selective use of specific drugs, in a scientifically determined combination. Working...

    Versatis Patch from Grunenthal Versatis (5% Lignocaine) has recently been approved for the management of patients with post herpetic neuralgia. It is a prescription only medicine at present and will therefore require a hospital or doctors prescription to obtain this. Versatis is the brand name of a medicated plaster which contains the...

Pain Relief Suggestions Drench a towel in cold water and microwave until hot (keep checking every 10 seconds or so). Microwaves vary, so make sure you keep checking. Using kitchen tongs, grab the towel and put it inside a dry towel (or even 2 if it is too hot with one towel). Put this...

The Role of Botulinum Toxin A in the Management of Piriformis Syndrome Introduction Botulinum toxin is basically a neurontin protein produced by the bacterium clostridium botulinum and is one of the most poisonous naturally occurring substances in the world. Produced in accordance with the regulations of the FDA, it is generally sold under the...

Exercises to Reduce The Risk of Developing Computer-Related Aches and Pains Introduction In the recent years, the excessive use of computers at workplaces has led to a spiraling in the work-related disorders. Research indicates that computer-related injuries account for almost 70% of occupational hazards in terms of injuries. Experts suggest that exercises and stretches...

Patient with Neuralgia affecting T5 dermatome History of Patient with Neuralgia affecting T5 dermatome I reviewed patient in the pain clinic with neuralgia in the right T5 dermatome which is burning and stinging, but there is no thoracic facet joint tenderness. He had previously been taking Amitriptyline and Gabapentin. He was given a long...

Symptoms of Myofascial Pain Syndrome Introduction Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) is essentially defined as a painful musculoskeletal condition, characterized by the development of Myofascial trigger points (TrPs). These points are locally tender when active and refer pain through specific patterns to other areas of the body. Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) – Key Aspects The...