What Is A Lumbar Sympathetic Block?

Overview: A lumbar sympathetic block has two functions; it can be used to diagnose a pain condition, treat a pain condition, or do both. This injection therapy is often used to diagnose and treat neuropathic pain in the mid-to-lower extremities, such as the low back,...

Prevent Throwing Injuries In Young Athletes

Overview: A throwing injury is damage that occurs to the muscles and ligaments used in repetitive throwing activities like pitching a baseball. The muscles, ligaments, and tendons of the elbow and shoulder are usually at an increased risk of becoming damaged or...

Exercise Helps Reduce Fibromyalgia Pain, Study Finds

Overview: Given the time of year (December), you may consider making a relatively common New Year’s resolution: losing weight. Beginning a fitness regimen is beneficial for a number of reasons (like losing weight and getting healthy), but according to a recent study,...

Combat Joint Pain During The Holidays

Overview: Joint pain is already a nuisance, but this time of year can make it much worse with holiday foods high in sugar and sodium causing inflammation and pain. Eating these foods can also lead to holiday weight gain, which can put increased pressure on joints and...

Fibromyalgia And Pregnancy: What You Should Know

Overview: Pregnancy is a beautiful, life-changing experience for many women, whether they’re affected by chronic pain or not. Regardless, a number of studies have found pregnancy can either help or hurt chronic pain conditions. In this blog, the team at Tulsa Pain...