Tag: Chronic Pain
How The Nervous System Detects and Interprets Pain
August 20, 2024 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsPain is a deeply personal and complex experience that acts as a vital alert system, warning us of potential harm and prompting us to take protective action. For example, if you experience persistent headaches that interfere with daily life, shooting…
What is Guillain-Barré Syndrome?: Symptoms and Causes Explained
July 23, 2024 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsOur immune system is a powerful defense against illness. But sometimes, it can malfunction. That’s exactly what happens in Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare but serious autoimmune disorder that affects the peripheral nerves. Here’s the strange part: GBS often shows…
How Cold Weather Can Aggravate Nerve Pain and 5 Tips to Find Relief
December 19, 2023 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsWinter in Florida may not bring snow, but the cooler days we experience can still pose challenges for those suffering from nerve-related pain. At Brain and Spine Specialists, we often notice that it’s more than just a coincidence when patients…
Migraine Vs Headache: When to See a Doctor
March 22, 2023 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsDo you suffer from headaches or migraines? If so, it’s likely that you have found yourself wondering what the differences between these two common ailments are—and when to seek medical help. While they may seem similar, there are key distinctions…
“Regular” Pain or Neuropathy? What’s the Difference?
June 9, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsIt is nearly impossible to predict when pain will strike. When pain is present, knowing what is causing it (and addressing it as soon as possible) is critical, as it may signal a broader underlying problem. But how can you…
The Most Common Causes of Back Pain and How to Prevent Them
May 17, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsBack pain is a prevalent ailment among the global population, affecting approximately one in every four people. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor posture, increased stress and even lack of exercise. Fortunately, there are several…
What are the Types of Pain Management?
April 5, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsPain is a basic human instinct that is characterized by nerves responding to external or internal stimuli in a way that the brain can recognize and process. This instinct plays a critical role in human survival but can sometimes do…
What Spine Vertebrae Correspond to Different Areas of Pain?
March 23, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsThe spine is a fascinating part of the human anatomy that is made up of many intricate parts working together to support the core of a torso. In total, there are seven cervical vertebrae, twelve thoracic vertebrae, five lumbar vertebrae,…
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
February 23, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsAmong the most common nerve disorders patients experience today, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects more than eight million people across the globe each year and is often very treatable. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms The most common symptom of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome…
What is an Epidural?
January 13, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsWe hear about epidural injections frequently in the medical world, but what exactly are they? An epidural injection is a minimally invasive method of relieving pain and/or swelling for patients that are not responding to the more conservative treatments. The…