NSAID's are pain relievers such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, sodium, meloxicam and diclofenac. Most are non-prescriptive and over the counter. These are popular treatments for muscle aches and pains or arthritis. They relieve pain, they decrease inflammation, they prevent blood clots and they reduce fevers. They work by blocking the actions of cyclooxygenase or COX [...]
The gel-like material within a disk called the nucleus pulposus can bulge or rupture through a weak portion of the surrounding wall also known as the annulus. When this material comes in contact with the spinal nerve, irritation, pain and swelling occur. A steroid injection can reduce inflammation when injected into the painful area. The [...]
Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic pain disorder. In myofascial pain syndrome, when pressure is applied to sensitive points in your muscles called trigger points it causes pain in seemingly unrelated parts of your body. This is referred pain. Myofascial pain syndrome occurs after a muscle has been contracted repetitively. This contraction be caused by [...]
The first line treatment for a sports-related shoulder injury is RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevation. If the pain, swelling, and difficulty using the arm persists, then an evaluation by an orthopedic specialist is warranted. During this evaluation, a physical exam will be performed as well as x-rays. In skeletally immature children, acute injuries may occur [...]
If your pain returns, one of the first things we recommend is to modify your activities. Stay away from activities which aggravate your condition. Anti-inflammatories, a home exercise program, and application of ice or heat can help. You may require an evaluation again, especially if the pain is worse in severity, or the characteristics or [...]
