Dr. Kayvan Haddadan’s Pain Medicine Blog
Inadequate sleep associated with occurrences of migraine attacks.
A recent investigation by scholars from the University of Arizona Health Sciences has revealed a correlation between inadequate sleep and occurrences of migraine attacks, implying that enhancing sleep quality might reduce migraine incidents among individuals with this...
spinal stenosis
Spinal stenosis is a medical condition characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal, which houses the spinal cord and nerve roots. This narrowing can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, leading to various symptoms. There are two main types of spinal...
Results from a clinical trial indicate that a medication for rheumatoid arthritis has the potential to act as a preventive measure for the disease.
In a groundbreaking Phase 2b clinical trial led by researchers at King’s College London and published in The Lancet, a biologic drug known as abatacept, commonly employed to manage rheumatoid arthritis, has demonstrated its potential to prevent the onset of the...
Things we can do at home to manage neck strain!
Warm or Cold Compress: Apply a warm compress or an ice pack to the affected area for about 15-20 minutes at a time. This can help reduce inflammation and numb the pain. Gentle Neck Exercises: Perform gentle neck stretches and exercises to improve flexibility and...
The behavior of vertebral column discs undergoes changes due to Type 2 diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes induces changes in the behavior of vertebral column discs, causing increased stiffness and premature alterations in shape. Consequently, the discs lose their ability to effectively withstand pressure, as revealed by a recent study conducted on rodents...
Understanding knee pain: The significance of your meniscus size.
Amidst the array of advanced healthcare imaging techniques available today, clinicians can accurately diagnose tissue and joint deformities through non-invasive imaging. Yet, a perplexing question persists: why do certain individuals with specific joint deformities...
Scientists discover a potential alternative treatment for chronic pain without the use of opioids.
One of the most challenging types of pain to address is neuropathic pain, which typically results from nerve damage in various body tissues such as skin, muscle, and joints. This type of pain can manifest as sensations like electric shocks, tingling, burning, or...
Some news for people with low back pain
Low back pain is a prevalent cause of disability worldwide, affecting over 570 million individuals. In the United States, the expenditure on low back pain-related healthcare reached $134.5 billion from 1996 to 2016, and these costs are on the rise. Fortunately, the...
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical radiculopathy is a medical condition that occurs when a nerve root in the cervical spine (neck region) becomes compressed or irritated. This compression often results from herniated discs, bone spurs, or other degenerative changes in the cervical spine. The...
Learning about Vertiflex
Vertiflex is a medical device designed to address chronic pain related to spinal stenosis. Here are some potential benefits associated with the use of Vertiflex: Minimally Invasive Procedure: The Vertiflex procedure is minimally invasive compared to traditional...