Pain Management: Tests & Diagnosis
Neck Pain - Treatment Overview
08/24/06, HealthwiseTreatment for neck pain consists of reducing the pain with ice and medication, improving neck movement and flexibility with exercises or physical therapy, and avoiding further neck injury by changing activities and body mechanics,
Nerve block for pain relief
10/30/07, HealthwiseA nerve block relieves pain by interrupting how pain signals are sent to your brain. It is done by injecting a substance, such as alcohol or phenol, into or around a nerve or into the spine.
Anticonvulsants for chronic pain
02/22/07, HealthwiseExperts do not know exactly how anticonvulsants work to reduce chronic pain. They may block the flow of pain signals from the central nervous system.
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History and physical exam for low back pain
02/15/06, HealthwiseA thorough history to evaluate low back pain includes an assessment of:
Fibromyalgia - Exams and Tests
10/30/07, HealthwiseThere are no specific tests that can confirm a diagnosis of fibromyalgia. It often is diagnosed when other disorders with similar symptoms of chronic pain have been ruled out with lab tests. Your doctor will also ask questions ab
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Exams and Tests
05/15/07, HealthwiseChronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is hard to diagnose. Fatigue is an extremely common problem, and it can have many other causes. CFS can be diagnosed only by ruling out other conditions.
Low Back Pain - Treatment Overview
02/15/06, HealthwiseA wide range of treatment is available for low back pain, depending on what is causing it and how long it lasts. Most people find that their low back pain improves within a few weeks. Chances are good that your pain will go away soon w
Should I use epidural anesthesia during childbirth?
12/19/05, HealthwiseEpidural anesthesia is considered the most effective and easily adjustable pain medication for childbirth.1 It can be used to partially or fully numb the lower body, either allowing you enough feeling to push with your contractions or
Neck Pain - Exams and Tests
08/24/06, HealthwiseNeck pain is usually evaluated with a medical history and physical examination. Your health professional will ask about your symptoms, injuries or illnesses, any previous treatment, and habits and activities that may be causing your ne
Exercises to reduce low back pain
02/15/06, HealthwiseKey points
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A Pain in the Neck
About 50 percent of adults over 50 experience neck pain at some point.
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