Category : Pain Diseases : Health & Medical

Pain is Not Always Bad

Pain Diseases
It doesn't surprise me when patients come to see me complaining they are in pain. More than 86 million Americans suffer pain and about 80% will experience back pain at least once in their lifetime. Pain is a major reason why people seek medical care. The question is how is it treated and what h

Chronic Pain and Opioids

Pain Diseases
There are two main groups of pain medications. 1. Analgesics - These are drugs specifically used in treating pain. Analgesics include opioids, non-opioids, and combination medications. 2. Adjuvant medications are those with primary uses other than pain relief, but help with pain relief. These includ

Hernia Repair - Part Two

Pain Diseases
Part one covers the description of what a hernia is and its surgical and non-surgical treatment, moving on now to laparoscopy and post op management. A double hernia where both sides of the groin are affected is best repaired using a laparoscopic technique which is also best for recurring hernias as