Should individuals experiencing nerve pain or various sensations get a nerve conduction velocity study to examine nerve health and function? Nerve Conduction Velocity A nerve…
Individuals dealing with chronic pain following a minor injury, surgery, or trauma could be experiencing complex regional pain syndrome. What are the symptoms, diagnosis, and…
Excessive alcohol consumption: what is alcoholic peripheral neuropathy? Alcoholic Peripheral Neuropathy Alcoholic peripheral neuropathy (ALN) is a condition that damages the nerves in the body…
Can understanding how nociceptors function and their role in processing pain signals help individuals who are managing injuries and/or living with chronic pain conditions? Nociceptors…
Can determining whether arm numbness occurs suddenly or gradually and whether there are other symptoms help healthcare providers diagnose and treat the condition? Arm Numbness…
Can neurological physical therapy help individuals diagnosed with a recently acquired or chronic neurological condition gain strength and functioning? Neurological Physical Therapy Neurological physical therapy…
When muscle pains and aches present from health conditions, work, exercise, housework, etc., many individuals turn to topical sprays, creams, ointments, and gels to bring…
For individuals experiencing pelvic pain, it could be a disorder of the pudendal nerve known as pudendal neuropathy or neuralgia that leads to chronic pain.…
Certain neurological disorders can cause acute episodes of peripheral neuropathy, and for individuals diagnosed with chronic peripheral neuropathy, can physical therapy help improve the ability…
“For individuals dealing with chronic pain, can undergoing a nerve block procedure help alleviate and manage symptoms?” Nerve Blocks A nerve block is a procedure…
“Individuals diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy, or with small fiber neuropathy, can understanding symptoms and causes help with potential treatments?” Small Fiber Neuropathy Small fiber neuropathy…
Introduction The central nervous system is responsible for sending neuron signals to all the organs and muscles in the body, allowing for mobility and proper functioning. These…
As humans, there are a variety of stressors experienced daily. Stress collects in various body areas, most commonly the upper back, jaw, and neck muscles.…
Individuals dealing with aching knees is one of the most common health problems and affects people of all ages. The knee is the largest joint…
Neuropathy therapeutic massage is a system of structured palpations or movements of the body’s soft tissues. When the nerves don’t get enough oxygen and nutrients…
Nerve damage is also known as peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral nerves transmit information to and from the brain through the spinal cord to the rest of…
The neuromusculoskeletal system refers to the nerves, muscles, and bones. Nerve messages flow through the nervous system to coordinate and control every bodily function. Nerve…