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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.

Exercise and Chronic Pain

Exercise and Chronic Pain Introduction Not too long ago, doctors were more likely to recommend to their patients with chronic pain to avoid exercise, as it was thought that there was a potential to damage the affected muscles and joints as well as increase the general levels of pain. Thanks to a great deal...

Chronic Pain

Chronic Pain Introduction Chronic pain is a difficult thing to define, even among those that are suffering from it. While it is safe to say that we understand that pain is the body’s way of telling us that something is wrong, this warning system can malfunction and send needless signals or signals that are...

Sprains

Sprains Ligaments are the strong tissues found around joints and part of their purpose is to connect the bones together, in addition to giving support to the joints. Ligaments can be overstretched as a result of a sudden pull, which can partly tear some the fibres that make up the ligament. In some cases,...

Lumbar Sympathectomy

Lumbar Sympathectomy Introduction The sympathetic nervous system is in charge of controlling the actions of the body that we aren’t consciously aware of, such as the heart rate, breathing or digestion. Typically, these sympathetic nerves do not send pain signals, but in certain conditions they can become ‘switched on,’ or spontaneously start sending pain...

Hypogastric Plexus Block

Hypogastric Plexus Block Introduction The hypogastric plexus is a collection of nerves located just in front of the fifth lumbar and first sacral vertebrae, or in the lower part of the abdomen in the upper front of the pelvis. The nerves that make up this plexus are a part of the sympathetic nerve system,...

Therapeutic Spine Injections

Therapeutic Spine Injections Introduction Therapeutic spine injections are a method of delivering anti-inflammatory medications or local anaesthetics to areas of the spine that are generating pain. Not only can they provide temporary relief, but they can also allow the body to heal and in many cases stop the pain from coming back. These injections...

RICE Treatment

RICE Treatment Introduction Strains and sprains will very often sort themselves out on their own with time, but this doesn’t mean that some basic first aid measures shouldn’t be applied. A very simple procedure called RICE, which stands for rest, ice, compression and elevation, can be performed by anyone. When this procedure is initiated...

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes pain under the heel. The term means ‘inflammation of the plantar fascia.’ The plantar fascia is a strong band of tissue, similar to a ligament, which is found between the heel and the middle bones of the foot. Its purpose is to support the arch...

Minimally Invasive Discectomy

Minimally Invasive Discectomy Introduction Minimally invasive discectomy is a relatively new option for those that need to undergo a discectomy to relieve pain associated with a prolapsed intervertebral disc. The recovery time from a traditional discectomy can take six weeks or more, while those that undergo minimally invasive procedures such as an endoscopic discectomy...

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue Massage Introduction Deep tissue massage is a massage technique that concentrates on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. The purpose of this technique is to lengthen, relax and release strain patterns within the muscles so that the posture of the body can realign itself. Therapists use a combination of slow strokes and...