Pain Management

31-05-2023

Sacroiliitis: Is walking good for pain relief?

Sacroiliitis is an inflammation of one or both of the sacroiliac joints. This condition can cause pain and stiffness in the lower back, legs, and hips. For this reason, patients with sacroiliitis often wonder if walking is good for this condition.

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18-01-2023

Physical therapy: exercises for a herniated disc

Physical therapy can be used as treatment for a herniated disc during its early stages, as well as being a very useful recovery tool. It can use in combination with other therapies such as adapted exercise, postural education, and taking pain relievers and muscle relaxants.

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07-10-2022

Radiofrequency of the dorsal root ganglion

Pulsed radiofrequency applied to the dorsal ganglion has the effect of altering the activity of a specific nerve root at the lumbar level. This procedure is indicated for treating pain in patients suffering from peripheral neuropathy. We explain more in this article.

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29-07-2022

What is lumbar radiofrequency and how effective is it for relieving pain?

Lumbar facet joint pain, that is, low back pain that has its origin in the facet joints, can be effectively treated through a minimally invasive therapeutic procedure. This treatment is known as thermal radiofrequency, and in this article we describe its application to the lumbar region, what it involves and how effective it is for treating pain. 

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08-07-2022

Does an L4-L5 disc herniation cause hip pain?

If you have a stabbing pain in your hip, the cause might be a herniated disc in your lower back. However, this symptom is usually associated with other symptoms and it is best to see a specialist for an accurate diagnosis. In the following article, we’ll tell you more about it.  

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01-03-2022

Spinal stenosis: symptoms and severity

Spinal stenosis is a pathology that causes low back pain, numbness or weakness in the legs, among other symptoms. In the following, we discuss these symptoms and their severity. 

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