Welcome to our comprehensive guide on spinal disc tears. At Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, we specialize in providing valuable information on various spinal conditions and offering effective and innovative treatment options. In this article, we will delve into the topic of spinal disc tears, including their causes, symptoms, and the available treatment approaches. Our goal…
The ultimate Guide to Spinal Disc Tears: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Welcome to our comprehensive guide on spinal disc tears. At Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, we specialize in providing valuable information on various spinal conditions and offering effective and innovative treatment options. In this article, we will delve into the topic of spinal disc…
At Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, we understand that a lumbar L5-S1 herniated disc can be a painful and debilitating condition. The L5-S1 disc is located at the bottom of the lumbar spine, and when it herniates, it can put pressure on the nearby nerves, causing back pain, numbness, and weakness in the legs and feet. In…
What is a Ruptured Disc? A ruptured disc, also known as a herniated disc or slipped disc, is a common spinal injury that can cause severe pain and discomfort. It occurs when the soft tissue inside the disc pushes through the outer layer and irritates nearby nerves. This can cause a range of symptoms, including back pain, leg…
At Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, we offer a cutting-edge treatment known as the Discseel® Procedure. This innovative procedure aims to address chronic neck pain and back pain by sealing tears or holes in spinal discs, preventing further leakage and promoting healing. In this article, we’ll explore the Discseel® Procedure in-depth, discussing how it works and its potential benefits compared to…
As you age, you’re increasingly likely to be affected by osteoarthritis (OA). This type of arthritis is the most common in adults in the United States, causing deterioration in your bones and joints. OA can cause damage to the bones and joints in your spine and may result in spinal conditions like spinal stenosis. May is…
Back pain is a common complaint among adults, and the use of a prescription lidocaine patch for back pain can help to provide back pain relief. In this article, we’ll discuss the benefits of lidocaine patches for back pain relief, how to properly use a lidocaine patch for back pain, and the potential side effects. Lidocaine patches are…
Chronic low back pain is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people around the world. For many, the pain can be so severe that it prevents them from doing everyday tasks like walking, sitting, and sleeping. The cause of chronic low back pain can vary, but usually it is due to an injury that has resulted…
Sciatica pain is caused by irritation and inflammation in your sciatic nerve path. Your sciatic nerve reaches from your lower back, through your buttocks, and down both of your legs. You’ll typically experience sciatica symptoms of pain, numbness, and tingling down just one side of your body. Dr. Suzanne Manzi and Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, the interventional pain management…
Knee pain results from many causes, from wear-and-tear to traumatic injury. A Baker’s cyst causes sensations of knee pain and tightness, due to abnormal buildup of fluid in your knee joint. You can trust the interventional pain management and acute and chronic pain specialists at Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, also known as PSSM, to determine the…
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