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Occipital Nerve Blocks for Cervicogenic Headaches
Cervicogenic Headaches The cervical spine and associated muscular support of the head interwoven with vessels and nerve supply in the head and upper extremities, compose a complex structure with many sites for the generation of pain. A reduction in the space in which nerves pa ss through or lie can result in pain and loss [...]
Cryoanalgesia – Cryoneuroablation – Cryoneurolysis,
Basic Description of Cryoanalgesia Cryoanalgesia is a pain-relieving technique which uses cold to treat nerve pain. It’s been around for centuries, and in its crudest form, uses ice to numb nerves. The more sophisticated, current type of cryoanalgesia uses a needle-like probe to deliver very, very cold sensation and thereby incapacitate nerves. Detailed Description of [...]
Stress
Practical Advice for Dealing with Stress This is for real! Avoid the drugs. Deal with your issues head on. LET GO! The Dali Lama (I am not a follower, but appreciate his wisdom) has said Follow the three R’s: Respect for self, Respect for others, Responsibility for all. Love what you do and do what [...]
Faith and Spirituality
We Are All Spiritual Beings Regardless of your religion at a molecular level we are all atoms, beings that are electro chemical. Faith, energy, our brains, mood, stress, all play a role in healing. When we are emotionally stable and emotionally healthy we feel better, and we can heal faster. Practice your religion, follow your [...]
Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery
Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery is any surgical procedure done with an Endoscope and a minimal incision. Unfortunately the definition varies, and an Endoscopic procedure can end up in a full incision depending on the procedure and needs of the patient. As far as this applies to Spinal Procedures it’s main meaning is to remove only [...]
Facet Joint Blocks
Graphic Image of a Facet Joint A Facet Joint is a joint between two adjacent vertebrae. Each vertebra is connected at the intervertebral disk in the front and the two facet joints in the back. Facet Joints are the bony masses connected to the vertebrae in the image above. Facet Joints are prone to wear [...]
Spinal Traction
Traction is a gentle consistent pressure that is applied to “Pull” the spine segments apart gently reducing pressure on the discs and adjacent materials. Traction can be performed manually by a trained medical professional or through the use of a traction device or machine. I have used both an over the door ratcheting system (Neck [...]
Hydro Therapy – Aqautic Therapy for Pain Relief and Exercise
Benefits of Hydro Therapy Hydro Therapy is simply the use of warm water to help us relax or exercise or both. Hot Tubs, Swimming Pools, Therapy Pools, and even your Home Bathtub can serve as appropriate vehicles for this purpose. Today’s “Hot Tub” contains dozens of jets that can feel wonderful and allow us to [...]
Massage Thereapy Treatments for Back and Neck Pain
Note: See Also My Post on Myofascial Release Different Types of Massage Treatments Deep Tissue – Targets deep layers of muscles and connective tissue Rolfing – A specific form of deep tissue work Trigger Point Therapy – Addresses Adhesions in the muscles Swedish – most common, long smooth strokes and kneading, circular motions Shiatsu – [...]
UltraSound for Pain
High frequency sound waves are directed to the sore area causing the body tissues (molecules) to vibrate. This changes to heat in the deeper tissues helping to flush the area and bring in a new supply of nutrient and oxygen rich blood. I’ve had this treatment and it feels wonderful, but the effects did not [...]
Ergonomics – Maintain Your Posture Maintain Your Health
Are You Ready for a Rude Awakening If you have Spinal Problems (Neck or Back) you have bad posture! Have someone video tape you sitting on the sofa, working on your computer, eating dinner, just the everyday activities you do all day long! Then watch that video and you’ll be amazed at how you slump, [...]
Acupuncture
Acupuncture Videos to Help You Understand How it Works My Experience with Acupuncture Works for some to help with pain. I tried Acupuncture with electrical therapy (At a Chiropractors Office” and it did nothing for me, but he person doing the work may not have been fully schooled as to the proper treatment. I then [...]
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