Posterior knee pain is pain behind the knee. The knee’s construction includes various moving parts, meaning there is more than one way for something to go wrong. In fact, back of knee pain may begin with an issue with muscle, bone, or connecting ligaments above, below or alongside the knee cap or even something. Knee pain is among the most common medical conditions, with almost 25% of adults living with chronic knee pain. Living with back of knee pain is a quality of life issue. Symptoms Back of knee pain is usually accompanied by other symptoms indicating a bone or tissue problem has develop ..read more

Table of Contents Inflammation is an Immune Response Does Alcohol Cause Inflammation? Is All Alcohol the Same? Bad Habits and Joint Pain Joint Pain and Alcohol Are Related Have you noticed that your joints hurt after drinking alcohol? You may expect to have a headache if you drink too much or to have a foggy brain, but the joints may also feel inflamed. Alcohol is inflammatory when drunk in excess, that is why joint pain after drinking alcohol is common. This is especially true if you already have a medical condition like rheumatoid arthritis. There are factors at play that determine the le ..read more

Table of Contents Seeing a Pain Management Doctor the First Time How Often Do You Go to Pain Management? How to Find a Pain Management Doctor? Managing Instead of Enduring Pain When you decide to make the first appointment with a pain management doctor, it usually means chronic pain interferes with daily activities and pain relief is sought. People who experience painful injuries that take months to heal may also seek the help of a pain specialist. The pain management doctor is a specialist who will diagnose the cause of the pain and develop a targeted treatment plan for pain relief, and th ..read more

Table of Contents Causes of Headaches After Eating Treatments for Headaches After Eating When to Consult a Doctor Developing a headache after eating is not uncommon. This type of headache even has a name: postprandial. Determining the cause of the headaches is important if they persist. The headache triggered by food could be something easily addressed, like a mild headache due to eating refined sugar or food your digestive system does not tolerate. However, the headache could be due to something more complicated, like a painful migraine triggered by a medical condition or an unknown source ..read more

Table of Contents What is Obesity? Negative Effects of Obesity Obesity and Joint Pain Making Lifestyle Changes to Support Joint Health Osteoarthritis in the knees or hips is a common medical condition often considered a disease most common to seniors. However, the National Institutes of Health’s research has found that for every 5 kg (approximately 11 pounds) of weight gain, there is a 36% increased risk of developing degenerative joint disease. This applies to people of every age. Osteoarthritis (OA) affects more than 27 million Americans and can impact any joint. Carrying too much weight ..read more

Table of Contents What is Forward Head Posture? Causes of Forward Head Posture How to Fix Neck Posture? Exercises to Address Forward Head Posture Consult a Doctor for an Exercise Plan Forward head posture refers to a posture in which the head is positioned in front of the shoulders instead of in alignment with them. This condition develops by assuming a frequent leaning forward posture that rounds the upper back and shoulders, and the head is thrust forward. This is a common problem, but it may be corrected if recognized early by adopting a targeted exercise routine. What is Forward Head Po ..read more

Table of Contents Post Epidural Care on the Procedure Day Post Epidural Care After the Procedure Day What to Watch for After the Procedure Follow Up with Your Doctor Epidural steroid injections help to significantly reduce pain within 3-7 days because the anti-inflammatory corticosteroid is delivered directly to the inflamed area. However, it is administered under local anesthetic, so it is important to follow home epidural steroid injection after care recommendations to ensure a return to daily activities as soon as possible. It is also important to recognize common side effects to avoid un ..read more

Table of Contents Types of Myelopathy Range of Myelopathy Symptoms Treatment Options for Myelopathy Lifestyle Changes and Self-Care Take Control of Myelopathy The spinal cord can compress due to injury, disease, infection and degenerative conditions involving the spinal disks, facet joints and vertebrae (bones). Myelopathy is the term used to describe spinal cord injury and symptoms due to degenerative issues. It is a condition that usually develops slowly and leads to a narrowing of the spinal cord, causing myelopathic pain and other symptoms. Types of Myelopathy Myelopathy can occur anywhe ..read more

How Common is Spinal Stenosis? What is the Most Common Cause of Spinal Stenosis? What is Severe Spinal Stenosis? How is Spinal Stenosis Treated? Can Spinal Stenosis Be Cured? What Are the Final Stages of Spinal Stenosis? Early Diagnosis is Important Spinal stenosis is a condition in which one or more of the spine’s bony openings, called foramina, narrow. There are two types.  Central canal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal narrowing places pressure on the spinal cord.  Lateral stenosis is when the nerve roots in the intervertebral bony openings where nerves branch off the spin ..read more

When you deal with chronic pain, finding a treatment plan that works is imperative. What is a Treatment Plan? A treatment plan is something that you and your doctor will come up with in order to manage your pain levels each day. The treatment plan can vary depending on the severity of your pain, what kind of pain you have, what causes it, and more. Your doctor will work at length with you to create a plan so that you are not suffering. Talking The first step in your pain management plans is to be sure to speak with a provider about your pain. Some people hide the fact that they are in pain f ..read more