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The board-certified doctors at BEST work closely with patients to diagnose and treat their condition to find relief from neuropathy pain.
Facet Disease Surgery Facet disease surgery may be an option for patients who have developed nerve compression symptoms that are not responding to conservative facet
Understanding Collapsed Discs A collapsed disc occurs when one of the spinal discs loses its normal height. The discs serve as shock absorbers for the
Understanding the Cause of Collapsed Discs The spinal discs serve as the spine’s shock absorbers, helping to cushion the other elements of the spine during
Understanding Degenerative Disc Disease Degenerative disc disease is a condition that affects most adults over the age of 50. The most common cause of degenerative
What is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome? Failed back surgery syndrome, also known as FBSS, is a complex condition that occurs if patients continue to experience
Understanding Common Neuropathy Symptoms Neuropathy, commonly referred to as nerve damage, is a common condition that affects many people, specifically those with diabetes and other
Understanding Collapsed Discs A collapsed disc, which may also known as a herniated or bulging disc depending on the extent of disc damage, is a
What is a Collapsed Disc? “Collapsed disc” is an informal term that is sometimes used to refer to a spinal disc that has lost some
What is a Collapsed Disc? A collapsed disc is a spinal condition in which a spinal disc becomes damaged and loses some of its height.
Understanding Collapsed Discs A collapsed disc describes a condition in which one of the spinal discs loses its normal height. This can cause a nearby
Living with Degenerative Disc Disease Degenerative disc disease, also known as DDD, causes neck and back pain in many people. It is a common spine
Understanding Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a challenging condition characterized by severe chronic pain that typically affects a specific limb.
Overview of Disc Protrusions Disc protrusions affect the spinal discs of the neck and back. Imagine the spine as a long, cylindrical structure made up
Living with a Bone Spur Bone spurs, or osteophytes, are growths of bone that occur as a natural stabilizing response to friction, especially around the
Understanding Bulging Discs Living with a bulging disc can be inconvenient, but treatment for this condition doesn’t have to be. In fact, there are several
What is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a condition resulting from the natural aging process and its effect on the spinal discs.
Understanding Spinal Decompression Spinal decompression surgery can treat conditions affecting the cervical (upper) spine when conservative treatments have not brought the relief needed for a
Understanding Diabetic Neuropathy Many individuals with painful diabetic neuropathy is found in many individuals with long-standing diabetes. Neuropathy, also known as nerve damage, manifests painful
The Importance of Medical Imaging for Diagnostic Purposes Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in modern healthcare, enabling accurate and efficient diagnostics that have the
Living with Severe Back Pain Living with persistent back pain is incredibly challenging. Patients with this condition often struggle to walk, run, stand, or sit
Are You Suffering from Chronic Pain? Living with chronic pain is an ongoing battle that affects every aspect of one’s life. Individuals suffering from chronic
Severe Foraminal Narrowing Severe foraminal narrowing, or foraminal stenosis, occurs when one or more of the foraminal canals — the openings next to the vertebrae
Finding Relief from Debilitating Back Pain Severe back pain can significantly impact one’s overall quality of life. Many individuals with a spine condition are kept