Posts Tagged ‘symptoms of neuropathic pain’
What Are the Most Common Degenerative Orthopedic Conditions?
Do you know what’s fascinating about bones? They are in a state of constant renewal in a process called bone remodeling. The cycle balances osteoblastic (bone formation) and osteoclastic (bone resorption) activities at the bone surface. Younger people make new bone faster, but as soon as you hit your 20s, the process gradually slows down.…
Read MoreUsing Biologics to Repair Partial Rotator Cuff Tears
A rotator cuff is a class of four tendons that function as the primary stabilizers for the shoulder joint. They attach to the humerus (upper arm bone) and insert into the glenoid fossa (where it meets up with the scapula). Partial rotator cuff tears are tears in the rotator cuff tendon. This small, thick tendon…
Read MoreCell-based Therapies for Hip and Lower Back Pain
Whether due to degenerative arthritis or injury, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality reports that more than 450,000 total hip replacements are performed annually in the United States. Even though this is major surgery and requires hospitalization and lengthy rehab, many patients with chronic hip and lower back pain believe they have no other…
Read MoreDiabetic Neuropathy Treatment What to Expect
Diabetics’ numbers continue to rise every year. Recent statistics show that 11% of the total US population has diabetes. This means that every 17 seconds, an American is diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes is considered the fastest-growing chronic disease. It is estimated that by 2045 700 million adults will have diabetes globally. These figures contain those…
Read MoreThings to Know About Neuropathic Pain
What is Neuropathic Pain? When damage or dysfunction is caused to the nervous system, the nerves are unable to function properly which can cause pain. This is called neuropathic pain. The pain stems from the nerves inability to transmit sensations to the brain, resulting in a sense of numbness or lack of sensation altogether. Sometimes,…
Read More