All articles tagged with #nerve pain
Yoav Rokach Penn, born without hands and suffering from severe neuropathic pain for 20 years, underwent a groundbreaking, custom surgical procedure at Sheba Medical Center in Israel, involving a neural pacemaker implant on a central nerve junction, which significantly alleviated his pain and restored his quality of life.
A Morton’s neuroma is a thickening of a nerve between toes, often causing pain that may require surgery if conservative treatments like injections and proper footwear fail. Surgery can significantly reduce pain, with most patients walking soon after and returning to normal shoes within weeks, though some numbness may persist. The success rate varies, and results are not guaranteed.
A recent study suggests that regular use of gabapentin, a drug for nerve pain and seizures, may be associated with an increased risk of dementia and mild cognitive impairment, especially in younger adults aged 18-64, highlighting the need for further research and monitoring.
Experiencing pain or tingling in the hands or feet may indicate neuropathy, a condition involving nerve dysfunction in the limbs, according to expert Eva Feldman.
The article discusses whether neuropathy, a condition characterized by nerve pain, can be reversed. It explores various treatments that may help alleviate symptoms, including medications, lifestyle changes, and alternative therapies. While complete reversal of neuropathy is challenging, these treatments can significantly ease nerve pain and improve quality of life.
Ellie Sutton, a mother from the Blue Mountains, Australia, has been diagnosed with a vaccine injury after experiencing severe chronic fatigue and nerve pain following her Covid-19 vaccinations. Initially dismissed by doctors, her condition was identified as monophasic transverse myelitis, suspected to be related to the AstraZeneca and Pfizer vaccines she received. Sutton, who was once active and healthy, now struggles with debilitating symptoms and has had to quit her job. She calls for greater recognition and support for those affected by vaccine injuries.
Sciatica, a painful nerve condition, affects nearly 40% of adults and is most likely to develop between the ages of 30 and 50. Symptoms include pain that radiates from the lower back down one leg, numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness. Causes can range from herniated discs to spinal stenosis, and risk factors include extra body weight, diabetes, tobacco use, and lack of physical activity. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, ice and heat therapy, gentle stretching exercises, and alternative therapies like massage and acupuncture. Surgery is a last resort for severe cases.