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Rest Pain or Something Else? Signs of Peripheral Artery Disease

Rest Pain or Something Else? Signs of Peripheral Artery Disease

While just simply walking, you might experience leg pain or fatigue. Seems normal, doesn’t it? Maybe it’s just a sign of aging, right? In fact, there may be a chance that it’s more than that. Those could be signs of peripheral artery disease, a clogging of arteries that commonly affects the legs. If left untreated, it could lead to worsening health complications. 

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Is Aspirin an NSAID?

Is Aspirin an NSAID?

Aspirin is one of the most common over-the-counter drugs used to relieve pains and aches, and NSAIDs are medicines that are widely prescribed for the same purpose. However, NSAIDs are not suitable for everyone and can sometimes lead to serious side effects. So, this begs the question: is aspirin an NSAID and does it share similar side effects? 

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Experiencing Any of These Types of Nerve Pain? TMS Can Provide Relief

Experiencing Any of These Types of Nerve Pain? TMS Can Provide Relief

Living with nerve pain is not easy, and due to the constant pain, you may have feelings of hopelessness, anger, or even depression. Experiencing this can cause you to withdraw from the people close to you or stop you from doing the fun activities you used to do. There are multiple types of nerve pain that could lead to worsening symptoms, which is why it is essential to understand the different types and treat them as soon as possible. 

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What is Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome?

What is Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome?

Chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is classified as a rare disorder by the Food and Drug Administration, affecting upwards of 200,000 people in the United States. It is a form of chronic pain that usually affects the arm or legs, and treatments are the most effective when started early. In this blog, we will discuss what CRPS is, the symptoms, the causes, and the steps for treatment.   (more…)