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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
Understanding Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that manifests symptoms in the extremities, often the feet. There
What is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome Failed back syndrome (FBSS) is a chronic condition that sometimes manifests after patients undergo unsuccessful spine surgery. Surgery can
Meet Dr. Bahar Malekzadeh Dr. Bahar Malekzadeh is a Sacral Nerve Stimulation Specialist with the Advanced Women’s Health & Surgery division of BEST Health System.
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
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
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
Living with Incontinence Issues Fecal and urinary incontinence are two fairly common procedures that present an array of challenges for patients. Individuals with these conditions
The Complexities of Nerve Pain Nerve pain, also known as neuropathic pain, is a complex condition that affects a wide range of individuals. Neuropathic pain
What is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome? Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is an unfortunate condition that is a result of an unsuccessful spine surgery. This
Living with Overactive Bladder Symptoms Living with an overactive bladder can be incredibly challenging. This condition is characterized by the constant need to urinate, difficulty
Types of Ruptured Discs Types of ruptured discs are differentiated by the region of the spine where the damaged disc is located. The three location-based
Understanding Radiculopathy Radiculopathy is a condition that occurs when a nerve in the spinal column is compressed or irritated. This condition can affect all levels
Understanding the Causes of Post-Surgical Back Pain Immediately after spine surgery, pain is normal to an extent. In the days following, patients may experience stiffness
Degenerative Joint Disease vs. Degenerative Joint Disease Degenerative joint disease and degenerative disc disease are similar-sounding conditions that can affect the spine, so you may
Understanding Failed Back Surgery Syndrome Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is a complex condition that manifests as the result of an unsuccessful spine surgery. You
What is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome? Complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS, is a condition that affects a singular limb and manifests symptoms of pain,
Understanding Spine Conditions A degenerative spine is a condition that causes the structures of the spine, such as the vertebrae, joints, discs, muscles, and ligaments,
Most Common Symptoms of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Complex regional pain syndrome, sometimes referred to as CRPS, is a chronic condition that causes patients to
Pain After Spine Surgery Even though many neck and back surgeries are successful, some ultimately fail. Of the various causes of failed back surgery syndrome,
The Importance of Exercising for Chronic Pain Management Exercise is an essential part of maintaining good health and preventing health issues from occurring in the
What is Phantom Limb Pain? Phantom limb pain is a complex condition that affects patients who suffered a traumatic injury that resulted in them having