Call Us: 618.594.3671

Monthly archive for June 2012

Disc Disorders

The intervertebral discs between the bones of the vertebrae help cushion the bones and allow for smooth and painless movement. These discs are composed of collagen and start out very soft, but gradually harden as we age and provide less support. When the discs become damaged or […]

Read more

Headaches and Migraines

A headache is a common symptom that involves aching or pain in one or more areas of the head or face. While there are many different types of headaches, one of the most common and most severe are migraines, which cause throbbing pain and may also lead […]

Read more

Neuropathic Pain

Neuropathic pain is a form of chronic pain that is usually caused by tissue injury and causes damage to the nerve fibers as a result. Patients with neuropathic pain experience shooting and burning pain or tingling and numbness. These symptoms can occur anywhere on the body, depending […]

Read more

Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are common conditions that occur because of the overuse, repetitive actions and direct contact that many sports include. Different sports often cause different types of injuries: Running/Jogging – This activity puts stress on the back, as the pounding against pavement can compress structures within the […]

Read more