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A TENS unit, short for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, is a small, battery-operated device used to deliver mild electrical impulses through the skin. These impulses travel through electrodes that are
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Treatments for peripheral neuropathy focus on managing symptoms and addressing the underlying cause of nerve damage. If the condition is linked to another health issue, such as diabetes or vitamin
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Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that occurs when the peripheral nerves, which connect the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body, become damaged. These nerves are responsible
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Guided imagery is a relaxation technique that uses focused mental visualization to create calming and positive images in the mind. By listening to a practitioner’s voice, an audio recording, or
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A spinal cord stimulator (SCS) is a medical device used to manage chronic pain by sending electrical impulses to the spinal cord. These impulses interfere with pain signals before they
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A selective nerve block is a medical procedure used to target a specific nerve or group of nerves to interrupt pain signals traveling to the brain. By injecting an anesthetic,
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that usually affects an arm or a leg, often following an injury, surgery, stroke, or heart attack. The pain experienced
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Kyphoplasty is a medical procedure designed to restore the shape and stability of a vertebra that has collapsed due to a compression fracture. In this procedure, a small balloon is
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Physical therapy for a compression fracture is designed to help restore movement, improve strength, and prevent further injury once the spine has had some initial time to heal. Early therapy
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Bone health is a vital component of overall well-being, influencing mobility, strength, and quality of life. Adequate nutrition and regular exercise are the most effective lifestyle interventions for maintaining optimal
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A compression fracture occurs when one of the bones in the spine, called a vertebra, collapses or is crushed under pressure. This usually happens in the front portion of the
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Scoliosis is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine. While a healthy spine appears straight when viewed from behind, a spine affected by scoliosis may
