Sciatica is a very common condition, affecting between 10-40% of the population. Sciatica is a pain that runs along the sciatic nerve, which starts from the lower back and travels through the hips and buttocks down each leg. The nerve…
A muscle spasm, also known as a charley horse or muscle cramp, refers to the involuntary, painful and forceful contraction of a muscle, most commonly in the thighs, calves, feet, hands, and arms. They can also occur in the abdomen…
Ingrown toenails are a common condition in which the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh. The result is pain, inflamed skin, swelling and, sometimes, an infection. Ingrown toenails usually affect the big toe. You can…
Chronic pain is pain that lasts for over three months. The pain can be there all the time, or it may come and go. It can happen anywhere in your body. It is a complex condition, and everyone experiences it…
In an article written by Carol Torgan, Ph.D., she discussed research around infection and pain.[1] Researchers have found that bacteria can directly stimulate sensory neurons to produce pain and suppress inflammation. The finding may lead to better treatments for painful…
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache. Stress and muscle tension are often factors in these headaches. Approximately 50% of adults experience tension headaches at least every month, and about 1 in 30 adults experience chronic tension headaches…
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache. Stress and muscle tension are often factors in these headaches. Approximately 50% of adults experience tension headaches at least every month, and about 1 in 30 adults experience chronic tension headaches…
Sinuses are pockets of air behind your nose, cheekbones, eyes, and forehead. They are lined with cells that produce mucus, which traps foreign substances like allergens, irritants, and viruses. Normally, these invaders are carried out of the body through the…
Arthritis affects over 350 million people worldwide each year and can attack any joint in the body. However, one of the most common areas for arthritis to strike is in the hands, wrists, and fingers. Arthritis of the fingers can be uncomfortable,…
Fibromyalgia is a medical condition characterised by chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain and a heightened pain response to pressure. It is believed that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain and spinal cord process painful and non-painful signals.…
