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What is Neuromodulation? Neuromodulation is a modern treatment option that helps patients achieve relief from chronic pain conditions like failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS). This
Understanding Failed Back Surgery Syndrome Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is a condition that sometimes manifests after patients undergo unsuccessful spine surgery. This condition is
Exploring the Benefits of Neuromodulation Neuromodulation is a modern treatment option recommended to patients with neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), failed back surgery syndrome
Living with Chronic Back Pain Living with chronic back pain can be incredibly challenging, and can impact your life in countless ways. Chronic back pain,
Living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Living with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a challenging journey that often brings persistent pain, swelling, and sensitivity,
The Impact of Chronic Pain on Daily Life Chronic pain can have a significant impact on daily life. Living with this condition can drastically change
Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that results from damage to the peripheral nerves, which connect the brain and spinal cord to the
How Neuropathy Affects the Body Neuropathy, also known as nerve damage, is a common condition that affects a broad range of individuals. This condition is
What is Neuromodulation? Neuromodulation is a modern treatment option often recommended to patients with irregular nerve activity that causes chronic pain. Also known as spinal
Meet Dr. Dhruv Shah Dr. Dhruv Shah is a board-certified Interventional Pain Management doctor located in Fairlawn, Ohio. He specializes in Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine
Understanding Chronic Pain Chronic pain is a complex condition that affects millions of people nationwide, often lasting months or years. This differs from acute pain,
Meet Dr. Jeffrey Shall Dr. Jeffrey Shall is a board-certified Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon with BEST Health System located in Warrensville Heights, Ohio. He specializes
Understanding Neuromodulation Neuromodulation, also known as spinal cord stimulation, is an advanced treatment option recommended to chronic pain patients and those with debilitating conditions. This
Understanding Neuropathy Neuropathy, also known as nerve damage, is a complex condition that can develop for various reasons. Often the result of diabetes, traumatic injury,
The BEST Health System Approach to Chronic Pain BEST Health System’s primary mission is to open up access to quality chronic pain care to patients
Meet Interventional Pain Management Specialist Dr. Kostandino Tsoulfas Dr. Kostandino Tsoulfas, MD, also known as Dr. Dino, is an Interventional Pain Management Specialist with the
The Importance of Good Nerve Health Maintaining good nerve health is important to living a fulfilling and feel-good lifestyle. The nervous system plays a crucial
What is Diabetic Neuropathy? Diabetic neuropathy is a condition that is very commonly found in patients with diabetes. High blood sugar that is left unmanaged
What is Neuropathy? Neuropathy refers to damage or dysfunction of the nerves, leading to symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness. It can affect
What is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome? Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS) is a term used to describe persistent or recurring pain following spinal surgery. Despite
What is Neuromodulation? Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is an advanced pain management technique that uses electrical impulses to alleviate chronic pain. It involves implanting a
Understanding Neuropathy Neuropathy, also known as nerve damage, is a nerve-related condition that affects the central nervous system. Neuropathy manifests in various ways, depending on
I Had Unsuccessful Spine Surgery. What Next? The decision to undergo any kind of surgery can be incredibly overwhelming. Spine surgery, in particular, is quite
The Risks of Spinal Fusion Surgery Spinal fusion surgery is a common procedure recommended to patients with spinal fractures, degenerative disc disease, scoliosis, and other