Trigger points are knots that develop within the tissue of a muscle that can cause radiating or referred pain in the neck, back, shoulder, or other parts of the body. The pain from a trigger point may be dull or it may be sharp and stabbing, depending on the location and size.
Back pain is one of the most common reasons that people visit their doctors. The back is made up of so many nerves, tissues, muscles, joints and bones, that it is important to properly monitor function and find solutions for pain. There are several diagnostic tests that can be preformed to help diagnose back pain. […]
Physical therapy, also known as physiotherapy, is the treatment of injury, disease or deformity through physical methods like hot and cold therapy, massage, and stretching and strengthening exercises. If you are suffering from a disorder that makes movement difficult, physical therapy is an ideal treatment to help increase movement and restore your physical function […]
Inflammation of the joints which causes pain and stiffness is called arthritis. The most common form is Osteoarthritis, which affects the lives of 27 million Americans. Often treatment of arthritis will include anti-inflammatory medications or other pain medications, but sometimes there are natural ways to help reduce the pain without needing medication. Here are […]
Some of the most disabling back and neck problems come from disorders of the facet joints. Facet joint syndrome is the deterioration of the facet joints in which the cartilage that covers the joint wears down and causes stress and damage. The bones can begin to rub against each other leading to other problems, […]
Non-Surgical Orthopaedics, P.C. was named a Best of 2014 winner for Marietta Orthopaedic practices on Kudzu.com, a leading source for local business information and consumer reviews.
What is spinal stenosis? Spinal stenosis is caused when the spaces in the spinal column begin to narrow, or there is some kind of intrusion into them. Spinal stenosis can be very painful and it’s important to work closely with your doctor to find out what treatment options will work for you.
