Sciatica is a common cause of disability and long-term pain. The sciatic nerve supplies the buttock and lower leg (on each side of the body). When it is inflamed or irritated, it can produce substantial pain. According to a recent study, the prevalence rate is...
If you were recently in a car accident and are having severe neck and low back pain, your doctor may tell you you are having neck and back spasms. What does this mean and how can you get rid of the pain? When the muscle is...
Si estuvieron recientemente en un accidente de coche y tener severa del cuello y dolor de espalda, su médico le diga que tiene cuello y espasmos de espalda. ¿Qué significa esto y cómo puede usted deshacerse del dolor? Cuando el músculo se estira más allá de...
It affects all age groups and ethnicities and has a dramatic impact on quality of life. The majority of sufferers are in pain for at least 12 hours a day, despite treatment. People with chronic pain are more likely to experience depression and suicidal thinking. Four...
Afecta a todas las edades y etnias y tiene un impacto dramático sobre la calidad de vida. La mayoría de los pacientes es dolor durante al menos 12 horas al día, a pesar del tratamiento. Personas con dolor crónico son más propensas a experimentar depresión...
Most of us know that going for an annual physical from your doctor is important to stay healthy. But many people think they don’t need one, since they are in a state of good overall health. Research shows that people who go for regular annual physicals...
La mayoría de nosotros sabe que para un físico anual del médico es importante para mantenerse saludable. Pero muchas personas piensan que no necesitan, puesto que están en un estado de buena salud general. La investigación muestra que gente que entra para examen físico anual regular...
Lower back pain is a common complaint that can generally be treated at home with stretching, heat and over-the-counter medications. But sometimes it may become severe. If you are suffering from lower back pain and are not sure when to see a doctor, here are...
Menor dolor de espalda es una queja común que generalmente puede ser tratada en casa con estiramientos, calor y medicamentos de venta libre. Pero a veces puede llegar a ser grave. Si está sufriendo de dolor de espalda baja y no está segura de Cuándo...
Have you ever waited in a waiting room at your primary care physician’s office or at the ER in the hospital? If yes, you must have heard the words, “You can take a seat. The nurse will call you shortly.” What happens afterwards is anyone’s guess....