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Neck Pain Management

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  Majority of us would experience neck pain at some point in our life.  Neck Pain  can disrupt daily routine activities. Muscle spasm, pain can make it difficult to turn head and activities such as driving become difficult. It is not uncommon for the neck pain to radiate to shoulders or lead to persistent headaches. Neck pain is more commonly observed in middle ages and may have a mechanical or postural basis. Most uncomplicated neck pain is associated with poor posture, anxiety and depression, neck strain, injuries. Fortunately majority of cases are not due to serious causes. If you are experiencing unresolving or severe pain, you should seek medical opinion from  neck and shoulder pain treatment specialists in Delhi  so that timely diagnosis can be done and corrective action can be taken. Some common causes include – Muscle sprain, spasm/ increased tension Poor posture and work ergonomics Incorrect positioning of the neck while sleeping Aging:  Degenerati...

Smoking And Back Pain – What Is The Link?

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  Everyone knows about the relationship between cigarettes and heart disease or lung cancer, but are you aware that  Smoking Can Increase the Chances of Your Having Disc Problems By 4 Times.  When I inform my patients about this they are very surprised. Cigarettes contain more than 7000 toxic chemicals and we know at least more than 250 of them are harmful to our body. Numerous studies have reported that smoking is associated with chronic pain, especially back and joint pains. Increased chronic pain is due to the ability of nicotine and other chemicals to: Narrows blood vessels, reducing the blood flow to the muscles, bones and other body parts Impact on brain circuitry Impact on immunity and slow healing Increased fatigue Increase blood pressure The incidence of  chronic low back pain  among smokers compared to non-smokers is higher, and smokers experience more severe pain. This is true irrespective of the sex and nature of work (manual laborers Vs white-collar...

Why Does Cancer Cause Pain?

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  Sources of pain in cancer may not be easy to identify and often require detailed assessment with attention to detail. Identification of the source often holds the key to correct treatment and ability to provide relief. Pain in cancer may originate from Cancer itself  – When cancer grows it damages the tissues. It causes inflammation, unusual stretching, irritation and all this can lead to pain. Like if we talk about a pancreatic cancer, when it grows or stretches it can irritate the diaphragm (main breathing muscle) and that cause shoulder pain Cancer spread  – when cancer grows uncontrollably then it can spread to the nearby or distant body parts like the bone, liver, kidney, lymph nodes etc. Associated problems  like bloating, constipation, blockage of ducts, clotting problems, distention of liver or abdomen etc. Cancer treatments  like radiotherapy or chemotherapy are known to cause nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy. Surgery may also be associated with chro...

5 Things You Should Know About Coccyx Pain

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  1. Introduction The coccyx or the tailbone is the bottom most part of the spinal vertebral column which has many muscle and tendon attachments. It is one of the lesser known body parts but this bony beak shaped structure gains attention in cases of coccygeal pain or in common terms, coccydynia. It is imperative to consult the  best pain specialist  and many patients are now looking for  pain treatments in Delhi  due to availability of experienced doctors, high-end infrastructure and world class treatment available at quite a reasonable price. 2. What triggers Coccydynia? Coccyx plays a role in stabilizing your body when you sit, or switch positions and is subjected to stress and strain especially when using lack of ergonomically designed furniture. Coccydynia is particularly common in women due to a wider pelvic structure possibly predisposing tailbone to more stress. Coccyx injury in particular is the most common cause of coccyx pain and it may cause bruising...

How To Communicate Regarding Your Joint Pain To Your Doctor

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  Joint pain can be a source of prolonged discomfort that one may have to endure in life. This can affect your daily activities and make you feel depressed.  Joint pain specialists in Delhi NCR  are daily visited by numerous patients complaining of severe pain and in search of treatments that can provide quick relief. For you to get the most appropriate treatment, the way you explain your pain to the doctor is important. There are a plethora of options for  joint pain treatment in Delhi NCR . But reaching out to the right-center with experienced and skillful professionals whom you can count upon is important. Read below to understand the importance of accurately describing your joint pain concerns to your treating doctor: Joint pain is subjective, without your explaining it may be very difficult for the doctor to know what your pain feels like and how severe it is Joint pain can have numerous causes such as like age-related wear and tear, injury, trauma, infections, ...

Are You suffering from numbness, tingling or burning sensation after Chemotherapy?

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  Learn more about Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) What is peripheral neuropathy? Peripheral nerves  carry sensations from the different parts of your body to the brain and control the movement of our arms and legs. The set of symptoms resulting from damage to these nerves is addressed as Peripheral neuropathy. Symptoms are usually symmetrical starting from toes and fingers, and progress towards the body. Common symptoms include Tingling or pins and needles sensation in hands of feet Numbness and reduced ability to feel hot and cold Sharp, electric, burning pain Sensitivity to touch, pressure or temperature  Balance issues and difficulty walking Leg cramps  Weakness Difficulty with fine activities such as writing, buttoning and unbuttoning  What is Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)? Some of the chemotherapy drugs used to treat cancer can cause peripheral nerve damage. This is addressed as  chemotherapy-induced peripheral ne...

Pelvic Pain Treatment In Delhi - Removemypain

Coccyx or tailbone is the last bone at the end of the spine. Pain in the region of the tailbone is called coccydynia. Common causes include trauma, childbirth, and repeated strain on the coccyx. Patients may have increased mobility which triggers the inflammation. Other causes include fracture, infection, and tumor. Most patients present with pain on sitting or getting up from a sitting position and localized tenderness around the coccyx. Pain during a bowel movement or sex daycare present. Diagnosis is made based on history and examination findings. Sometimes tests such as x-rays, CT scans, and MRIs are requested. Treatment involves avoiding further strain on the coccyx-using appropriate cushions, weight management, simple painkillers combined with physiotherapy, manipulation, and injections such as Coccyx/ Sacrococcygeal Joint Injection  – these are performed under x-ray or ultrasound guidance and involve injecting local anesthetics and a small dose of steroids in or around the s...