by Ramin Abbasian | May 4, 2019 | Blog, Chronic Pain, Interventional Pain Management, Pain Medication Management
Arachnoiditis is an inflammatory disorder affecting the dura (exterior) and the arachnoid (interior) mater of the brain, the two of the three membranes (meninges) that cover and protect the brain, the spinal cord, and the nerve roots. The subarachnoid space contains...Read More by Ramin Abbasian | Mar 10, 2019 | Chronic Pain, Interventional Pain Management, Pain Medication Management
Post-mastectomy pain syndrome (PMPS) was first described in the 70s as a type of chronic neuropathic pain syndrome that can occur following mastectomy for breast cancer. The risk of developing PMPS ranges based on the procedure performed – mastectomy +...Read More by Ramin Abbasian | Dec 14, 2018 | Chronic Pain, Interventional Pain Management, Pain Medication Management, Spinal Cord Stimulator
Neuropathy is a condition that is characterized by the dysfunction of the nervous system. Most often, it is due to damage to peripheral nerves leading to neuropathic symptoms, hence the term – peripheral neuropathy. Neuropathy may manifest differently based on...Read More by Ramin Abbasian | Nov 26, 2018 | Blog, Interventional Pain Management, Pain Medication Management
Trauma to the spine is a serious matter. It can lead to spinal vertebral fracture and those could be excruciatingly painful and lead to potential complications. The most common type of vertebral fracture is the compression fracture, which occurs when the normal...Read More by Ramin Abbasian | Nov 15, 2018 | Chronic Pain, Interventional Pain Management, Pain Medication Management
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome characterized by diffuse muscle pain, fatigue, memory problems, and mood changes. In addition to the above symptoms, patients may also complain of confusion and sleep problems. Sometimes, the symptoms of fibromyalgia aggravate...Read More by Ramin Abbasian | Oct 20, 2018 | Blog, Chronic Pain, Pain Medication Management
Migraine headaches cause severe throbbing pain or a pulsing sensation, typically on just one side of the head. and is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and light and sound sensitivity. It can be very difficult to manage. When medical treatment fails to control...Read More