10.09.2024
A TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) unit is a device used to relieve pain through the application of low-voltage electrical currents to the skin. The device consists of small electrodes
10.02.2024
A peripheral nerve stimulator (PNS) is a medical device designed to provide pain relief by delivering electrical impulses to specific peripheral nerves. The device typically consists of a small, implantable
10.01.2024
The treatment of peripheral neuropathy depends on identifying and addressing the underlying cause, if possible. For example, if the neuropathy is related to diabetes, the primary focus will be on
09.30.2024
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
09.26.2024
Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for managing and alleviating knee pain, particularly in conditions like osteoarthritis. Excess body weight puts additional stress on the knee joints, which can accelerate
09.25.2024
Knee injections can provide significant pain relief and improve function for individuals suffering from knee pain, particularly due to conditions like osteoarthritis. These injections work by delivering medication directly into
09.24.2024
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage—the smooth, cushion-like tissue that covers the ends of bones in the joints. As cartilage deteriorates, bones begin to
09.23.2024
A knee brace is commonly used to manage a variety of conditions that affect the knee joint. One of the primary uses is for ligament injuries, such as an anterior
09.19.2024
Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure usedto treat vertebral compression fractures, which are oftencaused by osteoporosis, trauma, or certain malignancies. Theprocedure involves making a small incision in the back,through
09.18.2024
Physical therapy plays a crucial role in managing pain andpromoting recovery from compression fractures by focusingon strengthening the muscles around the spine andimproving flexibility. Through targeted exercises, physicaltherapists help stabilize
09.17.2024
A compression fracture occurs when a vertebra in the spinecollapses, leading to a loss of height and structural integrityin the affected bone. This type of fracture is most common inthe
09.16.2024
Osteoporosis is a condition where your bones become weakand brittle, making them more likely to break even from minorbumps or falls. This happens because the bones lose theirdensity, which means
