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Planning for surgery Everyone responds differently to pain after surgery. Controlling that pain will help speed your recovery and reduce the chances of complications from developing, including blood clots. Managing pain after surgery is a team effort between you and your doctor. While you should expect some pain, the goal is to safely reduce it …

Pain between the shoulder blades is often caused by poor posture or spinal conditions such as spinal arthritis, spinal stenosis, or herniated disks Pain between the shoulder blades, also called interscapular pain, is very common and can limit movements or interfere with daily activities. Upper back pain can range from minor stiffness to severe spasms and causes are often linked …

Dysesthesia may be a symptom of conditions that can cause nerve damage, such as multiple sclerosis Dysesthesia is a type of chronic pain that may be a symptom of the following: Autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis and acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy Diabetes mellitus Alcohol or drug withdrawal Peripheral neuropathies (caused by injury, metabolic disorders, toxins, and inherited factors) Infections …

What is chronic pain?  Chronic pain is the most costly health issue in the United States. It is expensive to manage, leads you to miss work, lessens your productivity, and can dramatically affect your peace of mind. Therefore, if you experience chronic pain, it is important that you find the best way to treat it. The sensation of pain comes …

Knee injuries are one of the most common complications that people deal with throughout their lives. Your knees can be damaged by twisting and overextending. They're often susceptible to sports injuries and arthritis as well. Knees have a number of moving parts, including tendons, ligaments, and the bones that make up the knee joint. Tendons are strong tissues that connect …

Facts you should know about rotator cuff injuries As we age, the blood supply to the tendons is reduced which can lead to longer healing times after injury. Rotator cuff tear is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain A rotator cuff is a group of four tendons. Rotator cuff disease is one of the most common causes …

You can relieve back pain at home with these tips for both short-term and long-term relief. The minor twinge in your lower back when making a routine movement like reaching for an object, standing, or sitting may be a normal thing you ignore and move on. But, this indifference can lead to something serious if you aren't careful. These things …

Symptoms of a shoulder tendon tear or rotator cuff tear may include dull pain, tenderness, swelling, weakness, or stiffness Injury and overuse are the two most common causes of shoulder tendon tears. Signs and symptoms of a shoulder tendon tear may include: Dull, deep pain in the shoulder Pain at night, particularly when sleeping on the affected side Tenderness or …

Shoulder tendinitis can take 4 weeks to 6 months or longer to heal, depending on the severity of your injury Shoulder tendonitis can be very painful and recovery times vary depending on the severity of injury: Minor injuries typically heal within 4 weeks with proper treatment and care.  Moderate injuries may take about 6-8 weeks to heal.  In some cases, …

Are your heels painful to walk on? Find relief with these 6 plantar fasciitis stretching and strengthening exercises Plantar fasciitis can cause pain and tension around your heel and calf. But with these 6 doctor-recommended stretching and strengthening exercises, you can find some relief and improvement of symptoms over time. Aim to do each exercise 2-3 times a day, but …