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Understanding Your Treatment Options for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Understanding Your Treatment Options for Trigeminal Neuralgia

If you’ve been diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia, knowing your treatment options can offer peace of mind. From medications to minimally invasive procedures and advanced surgical solutions, we’re here to help you reclaim your life from chronic pain.
Jan 14th, 2025
9 Kinds of Nerve Blocks: Which Is Right for You?

9 Kinds of Nerve Blocks: Which Is Right for You?
Do you struggle with chronic pain? We offer nine types of nerve blocks that target specific pain areas — from your head and neck to your lower back and pelvis. Find out which nerve block could work best for you on your path to a pain-free life.
Dec 13th, 2024
5 Ways Untreated Scoliosis Affects Your Daily Life

5 Ways Untreated Scoliosis Affects Your Daily Life
Untreated scoliosis can affect your everyday tasks, from walking and sitting to participating in activities. Read on to learn more about this condition and the importance of getting treatment so you can maintain a healthy, active lifestyle.
Oct 16th, 2024
How Does a Spinal Cord Stimulation Trial Work?

How Does a Spinal Cord Stimulation Trial Work?
Chronic back pain can affect how you get through your day and your overall quality of life. If you’re ready for relief, take a moment to learn how a spinal cord stimulation (SCS) trial works, and see if it might be right for you.
Jul 8th, 2024
Is Scoliosis a Health Concern?

Is Scoliosis a Health Concern?
While scoliosis doesn’t seem like it could affect your overall health, it can cause complications you should be aware of. Keep reading to learn more about how scoliosis can have an impact on your body.
Jun 25th, 2024

How Is Knee Bursitis Treated?
Knee bursitis is a painful condition that can limit your mobility and quality of life. Here, we offer several solutions to alleviate inflammation and promote healing — some involve self-care applications and some are medically assisted.
May 17th, 2024

Are Varicose Veins Dangerous?
If you have varicose veins, it’s normal to have some concerns about the way they look. But should you be worried about these bubbly-looking veins impacting your health? Keep reading to learn more.
Apr 8th, 2024
4 Alternatives to Opioids for Chronic Pain

4 Alternatives to Opioids for Chronic Pain
Most everyone knows that opioids can offer relief if you suffer from chronic pain, but they can also have negative consequences. Keep reading to learn about alternative treatment options.
Feb 8th, 2024
When It's Time to Consider Cortisone Injections

When It's Time to Consider Cortisone Injections
If you have pain or inflammation in your body, cortisone injections might be your answer. Read on to learn when this treatment option should be considered and what you can expect from it.
Nov 2nd, 2023
My Face Hurts — What Does It Mean?

My Face Hurts — What Does It Mean?
Though many cases of facial pain aren’t harmful to your health and can be easily managed at home, more serious issues need medical attention. Take a moment to learn more about why you might experience pain in your face.
Oct 5th, 2023
The Link Between Mental Health Conditions and CPS

The Link Between Mental Health Conditions and CPS
If you have chronic pain syndrome, our team understands the profound effect it can have on your well-being — especially your mental health. Let’s look at how this condition can impact you and also talk about what kind of help is available.
Jul 13th, 2023
Lesser-Known Causes of Back Pain

Lesser-Known Causes of Back Pain
Though back pain is relatively common, its actual cause might not be. Let’s look past the obvious reasons for back pain and learn about its lesser-known causes.
May 9th, 2023
How Does a Trial Spinal Cord Stimulation Work?

How Does a Trial Spinal Cord Stimulation Work?
If you suffer from chronic nerve pain, a spinal cord stimulator might be your answer. But, first, you need a trial run. Learn how this trial period works and find out if this minimally invasive approach can give you the relief you need.
Dec 13th, 2022
How PRP Can Treat Your Acute Condition

How PRP Can Treat Your Acute Condition
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is quickly growing in popularity. That’s because of the results this treatment offers, plus its many other benefits. If you have an acute condition that causes pain, PRP might be your answer.
Oct 12th, 2022
Why Am I Having Delayed Pain After My Car Accident?

Why Am I Having Delayed Pain After My Car Accident?
If you’ve been in a car accident and walked away without bodily injury — but feel pain after a few days — this is actually normal. Find out why this happens, and learn what signs to pay attention to after an automobile wreck to avoid further complications.
Sep 7th, 2022
4 Reasons Why Your Sports Injury Needs Medical Attention

4 Reasons Why Your Sports Injury Needs Medical Attention
If you’re an active person who likes to play sports, work out, or do other athletic activities, it’s no secret that you’re susceptible to getting hurt. And if you do, it’s best to get medical attention for your sports injury. Here’s why.
Aug 8th, 2022
Phantom Limb Pain: Why You Should Talk to Your Doctor About It

Phantom Limb Pain: Why You Should Talk to Your Doctor About It
Not only can phantom limb pain (PLP) cause present physical issues that you can feel, but it can also affect your state of mind. If you struggle with the idea of getting help, we have compassion for your condition and the expertise to treat you.
May 3rd, 2022
How PRP Therapy Accelerates the Healing Process

How PRP Therapy Accelerates the Healing Process
When you experience acute or chronic pain or an injury, you want relief as quickly as possible. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy offers safe, natural healing. Read on to learn more.
Apr 7th, 2022
Is a Spinal Cord Stimulator Right for Me?

Is a Spinal Cord Stimulator Right for Me?
If your treatments for chronic back pain haven’t worked, a spinal cord stimulator might be right for you. Keep reading to find out if you might be a candidate for this treatment.
Feb 16th, 2022
Botox® for More Than Just Beauty

Botox® for More Than Just Beauty
Botox® is great for cosmetic purposes, but did you know it can also reduce pain caused by certain health conditions? Here, you’ll learn what Botox is, how it works, and how it can alleviate painful issues.
Jan 13th, 2022
How Discography Can Manage Your Back Pain

How Discography Can Manage Your Back Pain
If you have chronic back pain and haven’t experienced success with any of your treatments, discography can help. Learn how this procedure can identify the root cause of your issue and help your expert physicians treat your back problem successfully.
Dec 13th, 2021
Is There Help for My Migraines?

Is There Help for My Migraines?
If you experience migraines, you need a solution for your pain. Keep reading to find out how our team can help relieve your suffering and restore your quality of life.
Nov 14th, 2021
Relief for Your Pinched Nerves

Relief for Your Pinched Nerves
Pinched nerves can cause uncomfortable symptoms, from mild to severe. Here, you’ll learn some ways to get relief on your own or how to prevent them from getting pinched.
Oct 14th, 2021
Why Medical Marijuana Might Be Right for You

Why Medical Marijuana Might Be Right for You
Have you struggled to find a solution for your chronic pain or other health conditions? Medical marijuana might be your answer. Keep reading to learn how it can treat you and offer other benefits, as well.
Sep 9th, 2021
4 Bad Habits That May Be Worsening Your Knee Pain

4 Bad Habits That May Be Worsening Your Knee Pain
Did you know that making a few adjustments to your lifestyle can improve the condition of your knee pain? Take a moment to learn what habits you can change to help slow down the progression of your knee issues.
Aug 17th, 2021

Understanding the Causes of Pinched Nerves
While pinched nerves are common, they can cause numerous issues in your body. Once you understand how they develop, you can help prevent or avoid them altogether. Keep reading to learn more.
Apr 1st, 2021

What to Do If You Have Whiplash
If you suffered an injury and now have neck pain and stiffness, it could be whiplash — which shouldn’t be ignored. Learn to recognize the symptoms of whiplash and find treatment to relieve your pain.
Mar 1st, 2021

Are You a Candidate for Stem Cell Therapy?
Do you have a disease or an injury that affects your quality of life? Stem cell therapy might be the answer to help heal your body. Find out more about how it works and if it’s right for you.
Jan 20th, 2021

How PRP Treatment Can Help You Overcome an Injury
Do you need a treatment option for your injury that doesn’t require surgery? Consider PRP therapy. It offers minimal downtime, helps you heal quickly, and only takes about 30 minutes per treatment.
Nov 30th, 2020

Is Spinal Stenosis to Blame for Your Chronic Back Pain?
When your spinal nerves are compressed, chronic pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness often add up to a diagnosis of spinal stenosis. Fight this degenerative condition by choosing from many safe, minimally invasive treatments now available for it.
Oct 21st, 2020

Medical Marijuana: An Alternative Treatment for Chronic Pain
Marijuana as Medical Treatment Medical marijuana treatment is getting more mainstream. Its popularity surges as it is an effective alternative to traditional medicine for chronic pain. It eases a lot of types of chronic pain, such as inflammation and...
Aug 17th, 2020

5 Myths About Chronic Pain
Overview Pain is inevitable. The International Association for the Study of Pain states that pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with or resembling an actual or potential tissue damage.
Jul 29th, 2020

7 Causes of Wrist Pain You Should Never Ignore
Overview The prevalence of smartphones and computer-focused work has prompted more people to feel pain in the wrists. Our wrist is primarily made up of a collection of small bones and is wrapped around in very little protective tissue.
Jun 26th, 2020

Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries
Overview Sports injuries can be considered as inevitable when doing a strenuous physical activity. While doing an exercise or participating in a sports activity, a sports injury could occur especially if you play contact sports,...
Mar 17th, 2020

Using CBD for Pain Management
Many people are still reluctant about the beneficial effects of CBD in relieving pain. Even though it is becoming increasingly popular in the medical field, more scientific research is needed to make sure that it is safe.
Mar 17th, 2020

How to Choose The Right Pain Doctor
Overview Pain has two distinct types; acute, and chronic. Acute pain refers to the pain that has a healing or recovery process with a predictable timeframe but chronic pain can be constant and can last more than three months.
Feb 17th, 2020

When to See a Doctor for Back Pain?
What is Back Pain? Back pain is so common that the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) stated that 80% of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes. It is the most common cause of...
Feb 11th, 2020

How to Manage Phantom Limb Pain
Overview Phantom Limb Pain (PLP) refers to the pain that the one feels from a limb that is no longer there. The most common limb pain is from an amputated arm or from an amputated leg.
Feb 10th, 2020

What You Need to Know About Knee Bursitis
What is Knee Bursitis? Knee bursitis is an inflammation of a bursa in your knee. A bursa is a small fluid-filled sac that is situated near your knee joints and tendons.
Nov 27th, 2019

Good Posture Guide to Prevent Back Pain
Overview  At some point in our lives, we get back pains and this is something we cannot avoid. This may be caused by an accident, a sports injury, a congenital condition such as scoliosis, or it could be because of a sedentary lifestyle.
Nov 27th, 2019

Lifestyle Changes You Must Try To Manage Migraines
Dealing with Migraine If you’ve ever experienced a migraine headache, you know all too well how important it is to treat this painful condition aggressively. Learning to identify what triggers your migraines can go a long way toward helping you manage the
Oct 8th, 2019

6 Healthy Habits To Prevent Arthritis
What causes arthritis to flare up? For years, the quality of life keeps on depleting because of arthritis through less applying arthritis prevention methods. From the air we breathe, the water we drink, and especially the food that we eat. We eat more of w
Aug 15th, 2019

Best Treatment for Arthritis Pain
Overview You’re likely just thinking about opening jars, pulling out weeds, hanging up washing or even just getting out of your chair. But for those with arthritis, these sorts of everyday tasks can be difficult and painful, if not impossible.
Jul 16th, 2019

How To Tell If You Have Scoliosis
What is Scoliosis? Medical condition where the spine curves sideways is a signs of scoliosis. A person with scoliosis either has a C- or S-shaped curved spine. Scoliosis can sometimes be linked to muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, birth defect,...
Jul 2nd, 2019

How To Combat Lower Back Pain
What is Lower Back Pain? Lower back pain targets the section of your back that starts below your rib cage and down to the length of your spine.
Jun 14th, 2019

Botox: A Non-Surgical Treatment for Migraines
Chronic Migraine Symptoms A migraine isn’t just a bad headache. A migraine is an incapacitating syndrome with symptoms that usually lasts between four and seventy-two hours.
Jun 10th, 2019

Stem Cell Therapy
Stem Cell Therapy: What Is It and What Is It For? There about 37.2 trillion cells in our bodies. With each type, they have their own distinct function in order to keep our bodies healthy.
May 10th, 2019

Understanding Arthritis
An Overview of Arthritis Arthritis is caused by inflammation in the joints. The term arthritis is used to describe pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. A joint area is an area of our bodies where two different bones collide.
Apr 17th, 2019

Facet Joint Syndrome
Facet Joint Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Your spine functions as a three-joint complex in each level. There are two facet joints on your back and a large disc in front that comprise each intervertebral section.
Apr 3rd, 2019

Fibromyalgia Syndrome: Do You Think You Have It?
An Overview of Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia, also called fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) has been characterized as a disorder that causes musculoskeletal pain that is accompanied by fatigue, memory issue, mood swings, and sleep disorders.
Mar 25th, 2019

Everything You Need to Know About Scoliosis
Overview Scoliosis is a disorder wherein there is an abnormal curve of the spine or backbone. There is an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine which can cause your back to look sideways.
Feb 14th, 2019

Cervical Radiculopathy: More than just a “Pinched Nerve”
Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerve) Overview Compression and irritation of nerve in the neck may branches away from spinal cord. This causes pain that travels towards the shoulder, causes muscle weaknesses that radiates down the arm and into the hand.
Feb 1st, 2019

Medical Marijuana: It Really Does Work
Marijuana Legality by Sate America is one of the few countries whose states have legalized marijuana either for medical or recreational use. Out of 50 states, 33 legalized the restricted use of medical marijuana which are:
Jan 21st, 2019

Back Pain Links to Mental Health Problems
Talk to Your Pain Management Doctor in NJ Did you know that people who did experience back pain were likely to experience one of five mental health conditions...
Dec 17th, 2018