The condition of myofascial pain syndrome is considered a chronic pain disorder. In this condition, pressure on the trigger- or sensitive- points on your body result in pain in areas of your body that seem to be unrelated. This is known as referred pain. Typically, this condition occurs after a particular muscle has been contracted repeatedly- … Read more
That churning and burning sensation you feel after being upset or eating a meal may be an indication that you have an ulcer. Unfortunately, many people suffer from chronic ulcers and while most are minor, there can be complications from having them. Ulcers can end up bleeding, which usually isn’t life threatening, but they can … Read more
Magnet therapy has two main forms which are innovative in helping patients fight their fibromyalgia symptoms. Transcranial magnet stimulation, or TMS, is a physician based magnet therapy provided in a hospital setting and can offer great relief for the psychological aspects of fibromyalgia. Other magnet therapies are offered through small clinics and result in magnets … Read more
Strokes are not caused by muscle spasms- however, in many cases, stroke survivors will experience some level of muscle spasticity- or muscle spasms. Keep in mind that no matter what the level of spasticity you are experiencing, there are treatments that are available to you. Why Does Muscle Spasticity Occur? While muscle spasms are common, … Read more
The condition that is most commonly referred to as painful bladder syndrome is actually a condition known in the medical realm as interstitial cystitis. This is a condition that is characterized by pressure and pain in the bladder and in some cases, pelvic pain that ranges from a mild discomfort to an excruciating pain. Your … Read more
These days, with the increase in knowledge regarding celiac disease, more and more researchers in the medical community are beginning to understand that intolerance to gluten, or celiac disease, has an effect on nearly every system in the body- including the reproductive system. There is some evidence that indicates that both men and women who … Read more
The condition of sciatica is one that is characterized by pain radiating down the sciatic nerve, which begins in your lower back and travels through your hips and behind and then down each of your legs. In most cases, the condition of sciatica will have an effect on only one side of your body. The … Read more
Both radial tunnel and cubital tunnel syndrome are not as well-known as their relative, carpal tunnel syndrome. The difference is that cubital tunnel and carpal tunnel are characterized by weakness of the arm and hand muscles, tingling, numbness, and pain. Radial tunnel syndrome is mostly characterized by weakness of the arm and hand muscles. These … Read more
If you are noticing that you are experiencing sensations of tingling, weakness, or numbness in your hand, you should consider speaking with your physician about whether you may be experiencing carpal tunnel syndrome. The condition of carpal tunnel syndrome is distinguished by these sensations and if the result of pressure being placed on your median … Read more
The pain associated with the condition of sciatica is due to damage to the individual’s nerve tissue. In most cases, this nerve damage is not permanent. However, there are some signs that could indicate a more serious condition, which will require immediate medical assistance, such as the following: If you feel numbness and/or weakness, surgery … Read more