Arm and leg pain if sharp in nature and following a “linear” or line-like pattern can be caused by pressure on, or damage to a nerve. Most typically it is a “radiculopathy” which is irritation or stimulation of the sheath surrounding the nerve roots as they exit the spine. This can be caused by “stenosis,” [...]
Allergies and immune system disorders seem to be on the rise. Additionally, the allergies we were accustomed to seeing in past years seem to have changed in presentation. Instead of seeing the itchy, red eyes, nasal congestion and sneezing, we are seeing moderate to severe headaches — particularly at the base of the skull and [...]
Back pain, particularly low back pain is the most common musculoskeletal condition for which patients present to their doctors. It can be caused by mechanical or non-mechanical conditions and comes in two forms: complicated and uncomplicated. Mechanical back pain is associated with joints, connective tissue, nerves and discs. Non-mechanical back pain can be associated with [...]
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