Q: Do Epidural Steroid Injections Just Mask the Pain of a Herniated Disc?
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Answer: This is a great question and due to complexity of the human spine, it comes with a complicated answer. Spinal discs, joints, and nerves are common…
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The Doctor QA section of the Treating Pain Blog is designed to help answer questions we frequently receive from our patients who struggle with pain. The pain…
Doctor Q&A with Dr. Rae Davis: Answers on Myofascial Pain Syndrome and Trigger Points
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The pain management specialists at National Spine & Pain Centers are passionate about patient education. In our “Pain Doctor Q&A” section, you’ll find answers to questions commonly asked by patients and their family members, as well as questions about topics recently seen in the news.
Q: My Doctor Referred Me for Botox Injections for My Migraines. Can This Be Right?
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Answer: Chronic migraine headaches are debilitating and can affect every aspect of a person’s life. You may be suffering from a chronic migraine condition if you experience…
Q: Now that I am feeling better, how do I manage my pain going forward if it comes back?
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Answer: At National Spine and Pain Centers, we see many patients who have recovered from bouts with acute and chronic low back pain only to have the…
Q: I had surgery to alleviate back pain, but my back still hurts. What can I do?
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Answer: The answer to this question involves a more complete understanding of the facts and common causes of post-surgical pain. Actually 10 to 30 percent of patients…
Q: I Have Spinal Stenosis…Do I Have to Live With It For The Rest Of My Life?
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Answer: Yes, you do have to live with it for the rest of your life. However, many patients with spinal stenosis live life in the absence of…
