Jan 25, 2018 | Joint Injections, Pain Management
We all know that rheumatoid arthritis is a serious disease and if diagnosed, it can fill people with absolute dread. The fact that there is no actual cure also adds to the fear. It’s important to fully comprehend what rheumatoid arthritis is and the extent of the...
Jan 22, 2018 | Joint Injections, Pain Management
Osteoarthritis – or “wear and tear” arthritis occurs in all the major joints in your body. That’s the hip, shoulder, knee ankle etc. As you age, a general breakdown of the cartilage can cause pain and discomfort that becomes chronic. In fact, it is estimated...
Jan 20, 2018 | Back Pain, Joint Injections
Spinal stenosis is a neurological condition associated with a narrowing of the spinal canal where the spinal cord runs through. This causes pressure on the spinal cord and the affected individual will present with various neurological signs and symptoms depending on...
Sep 29, 2017 | Joint Injections, Pain Management
An epidural injection enables your doctor to deliver powerful pain relieving steroid medication directly into the spine, at the site of pain. This is a useful treatment for many low back and leg pain conditions. Epidural injection not only offers pain relief but also...
Sep 13, 2017 | Joint Injections, Pain Management
Alpha-2-macroglobulin (A2M) is a non-immunoglobulin protein found in plasma protein. This substance can inactivate many proteinases that degrade chondrocytes (cartilage cells), which contribute to osteoarthritis (OA). How does A2M work? Through injection or...
Jun 14, 2017 | Joint Injections
A joint injection is used to manage pain and stiffness in the joint that is due to inflammation. Chronic joint pain can cause mobility problems that disrupt a person’s daily routine and decrease the person’s overall quality of life. When symptoms persist after rest...
