Herniated disc pain can be excruciating and put a stop to your activities, and conservative approaches aren’t always successful. Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical solution that brings lasting relief and may be the solution for you.
Do you suffer from severe or persistent hip pain? When is it best to take a wait-and-see approach and heal at home, or seek medical treatment? Learn about the many sources and symptoms of hip pain, and the sophisticated treatment options available.
Has your teen complained of back pain or their clothing fitting differently? Or maybe you’ve noticed a posture difference or asymmetry in their shoulders. These are signs of scoliosis, a spinal curvature problem affecting many teens. Learn more here.
Spinal stenosis is a painful condition characterized by everything from pain and tingling to numbness and weakness in your neck or lower back. Learn about each type and, and how you can get relief from the condition's unpleasant symptoms.
Herniated disc pain, numbness, and weakness affects many areas of your body, from your neck and shoulder blade to various spots on your back, and even the soles of your feet. Learn why and how disc herniation occurs and which treatments work.
Sometimes standard pain relief options aren’t successful when treating pain along your back, neck, legs, and arms. Epidural steroid injections are pain management game changers, but there are several types. Learn about them here.
Chronic back pain can be excruciating, debilitating, and hopelessness-inducing. The spinal cord stimulator offers a high-tech customizable treatment option that succeeds where other treatments fail. Learn more here.
For some, the nightmare of opioid addiction is neverending, for others, it ends tragically. If you or someone you love is struggling with dependence on opioids, it’s time to learn about a revolutionary recovery program called BioCorRxⓇ.
Chronic, severe back pain is not only immobilizing, it can lead to a downward emotional spiral. Epidural steroid injections work wonders on pain when other treatments have failed. Learn about the different types of shots and what they target here.
Severe pain that just doesn’t quit can make you feel like you’re losing your mind, and dramatically limit your life. For those with difficult-to-treat pain that hasn’t responded to other treatments, a pain pump can be the answer. Learn more here.
Sciatica pain can be sudden, debilitating, and life-altering. There are multiple advanced, safe treatments available, but one — epidural steroid injections — is especially effective when other treatments fail. Learn more here.
The pain, reduced mobility, and emotional effects of arthritis undoubtedly reduce the quality of life of its 32.5 million sufferers. Multiple treatments exist for it, but platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) is an exciting regenerative option for patients.
Osteoarthritis affects over 32.5 million people, and it can zero in on your neck, causing considerable pain, reduced mobility, and other symptoms. Learn more about how the condition impacts your neck, and what you and your doctor can do about it.
Hip pain can be debilitating, but are you aware that chronic diseases are linked to it in addition to sports injuries and accidents? Read on to learn about disease-related hip pain and effective treatments.
The thickening of your spinal ligaments is inevitable thanks to aging, and it leads to spinal stenosis, compressed nerves, and pain. Fortunately, you can go back to a pain-free life because treatment is available.
Disc problems can even confuse the most knowledgeable orthopedics pro. Learn about the differences between herniated and bulging discs, and the many innovative treatments available for addressing both conditions.
Opioid misuse, abuse, and sadly, overdoses, have skyrocketed over the last two decades. If you’re struggling with dependence on opioid medications, there’s an innovative long-term solution that offers pain relief and helps free you from dependence.
Did you know you can do gentle exercises that alleviate knee pain in the comfort of your own home? Learn five basic exercises that are easy and require no special equipment.
Radiculitis is spinal pain, numbness, and weakness caused by nerve root inflammation and it can be excruciating. It can emanate from any area of your spine, but an innovative option exists for long-lasting pain relief.
Microdiscectomy may be a tongue-twister, but the procedure itself is surprisingly uncomplicated, minimally invasive, and best of all, highly successful. Learn more about the procedure and its benefits here.
You don’t have to be a tennis player to suffer from tennis elbow, but you do need to know who to treat it. If conservative treatments don’t work, there’s a new type of regenerative therapy that you should consider before opting for surgery.
If you have chronic back pain, you know it can negatively impact your life. If you’ve tried various treatments and they’ve failed, a spinal cord stimulator may be able to help you. Read on to learn more about this drug-free treatment.
Your shoulders are important joints in your body; without them, you can’t move your arms much at all. Shoulder pain limits your ability to do basic life tasks. A number of treatments bring you relief from your pain and allow you to move again!
Do you have chronic back? If so, spinal fusion may be able to help you. Modern techniques are leading to great results and quick recovery times. Read on to learn more.
Effective relief of chronic pain carries a risk of addiction. Learn more about the genetics behind addiction, how it may increase your risk, and ways you can safely manage pain while addressing addiction risk.
If left untreated scoliosis can cause severe malfunctions. Keep reading to learn more about scoliosis and why it’s important to catch it early.
It’s often easy to recognize the debilitating symptoms of sciatica thanks to the way they radiate from your low back into your buttock and down the leg. But did you know that your weight could be worsening your discomfort?
Your mobile device helps you keep in touch with friends and family, stay connected with work, and catch up on your favorite shows. But all that time you spend hunched over your phone can be problematic and lead to tech neck.
Are your knees starting to hurt more as you age? Getting ahead of age-related knee pain can help you enjoy an active, healthy lifestyle for many more decades. Read on to learn what you can do so your joints don’t slow you down!
Herniated discs are a common cause of back pain, but the good news is, most pain can be treated with conservative approaches. If you've got disc-related back pain, here are three steps you can try to help you feel better.
Neck problems are common, and most people will experience pain or injury in this part of the body at some time during their lives. Fortunately, you can reduce your risk of sustaining a neck injury by taking the proper precautions. Follow these 6 tips!
Stem cell therapy uses your own blood and bone marrow to help "regrow" healthy tissue in your knee so your joint can function normally again. The entire procedure is performed right in the office during a single appointment.
Epidural steroid injections treat the nerves around your spine to "short-circuit" the process responsible for chronic pain. With the right treatment plan, injections can help you manage pain without long-term use of potentially harmful medication.
Even though herniated discs can cause a lot of pain, they often can be treated conservatively. But sometimes, surgical intervention is needed to relieve painful nerve compression. Learn about the two outpatient options that can help you feel better.
Wondering what your options are for treating your joint pain? The doctors at Advanced Pain and Spine offer a number of joint pain treatments to residents of Virginia and Maryland. Read this article to find out more about possible remedies.
How much do you understand about spinal stenosis? Learn more about the disease and its effects on the body.
Did you know that nine out of 10 Americans will experience debilitating back pain at some point in their lives, and 40 percent of those with chronic back pain will be diagnosed with degenerative disc disease?
Did you know that in 2014 almost 20,000 stem cell transplants took place in the United States? Moreover, there are almost 3,500 completed or ongoing trials using adult stem cells. Fortunately, Advanced Spine and Pain offers stem cell therapy.
Epidural steroid injections, ESIs, are a non-surgical pain management solution. This minimally-invasive procedure relieves spine and extremity pain which may be caused by conditions such as inflamed nerve roots, disc degeneration or disc herniation.
Infusions of ketamine — a drug used as a surgical anesthetic and as a treatment for medication-resistant depression — can also help people with certain kinds of chronic pain, reducing their suffering and improving their quality of life.
The way you approach everyday living can affect the health of your lower back. Adopt lifestyle habits that promote a pain-free spine, so you reduce your risk of low back pain.
Low back pain is one of the most common medical problems Americans adults face. About 80% of adults will experience low back pain that lasts for six weeks or less -- called acute low back pain -- at least once.
Herniated discs can cause pain and mobility issues that affect the long-term quality of life. While herniated disc pain can resolve on its own, you may still need medical intervention.
Low bone mass and osteoporosis affects more than 40 million Americans age 50 and over.
Advanced Spine and Pain offers some of the most innovative treatments for relieving chronic pain available today. Regenerative medicine treatments like cell therapy can offer you dramatic results without the complications of surgery.
If you’re among the 7% of adults who suffers from hip pain and stiffness, a properly designed exercise routine can help increase your mobility and minimize discomfort. Read on to learn five hip stretches to keep you limber.
If you have a chronic condition that’s causing pain on a regular basis, here are some helpful tips for minimizing your pain so you won’t have to miss out on living your life to the fullest.