Pain is defined as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience with actual or potential tissue damage and a dysphoric, discomforting sensation. The body responds to this warning signal of damage to prevent or alleviate further consequences. Unrelieved or poorly treated pain can have consequences beyond the momentary suffering, producing a delay in healing, altering the … Read more
Radiofrequency is an analgesic procedure that aims to produce heat in the affected tissue to reduce or eliminate pain. This technique has been used in the Pain Unit for several years, but has been refined over the last decade, especially in its effectiveness and safety. Types of radiofrequency There are two types of radiofrequency: Conventional … Read more
Knee osteoarthritis, also called gonarthrosis, is one of the most common joint pathologies in the elderly. It is characterized by pain, stiffness and functional disability in most cases, making daily life activities difficult. The incidence of this joint pathology is closely related to age. In fact, according to a study by the Spanish Society of … Read more
Ozone therapy is the medical technique that uses ozone for therapeutic purposes. It is already part of the national health systems and conventional medicine in many countries, due to the health benefits of ozone. In Spain it is not yet a treatment so considered, due to its novelty and lack of knowledge, but as its … Read more
Low back pain is nothing more than localized pain in the lower spine or lumbar area. It is one of the most frequent pathologies and affects any age group. Causes of low back pain It is one of the most frequent reasons for consultation. The causes are very diverse: muscular or joint problems, nerve compression … Read more
Sports injuries are considered to be those that occur during the practice of a sport. In today’s society, practicing sports is not something exclusive to elite athletes. Tennis, basketball, soccer, cycling and running are part of our daily lives and, in some way, we are all exposed to the risk of suffering a sports injury. … Read more
What is neuropathic pain? Neuropathic pain is a neurological disorder in which people experience severe chronic pain because a nerve is damaged. It arises from the presence of an injury or disease of the peripheral or central nervous system. Neuropathy can exist without pain, just as pain can exist without evidence of nerve injury. Neuropathic … Read more
Chronic pelvic pain is defined as the presence of pain in the pelvic girdle of more than 6 months of evolution, which can affect the musculoskeletal, gynecological, urological and gastrointestinal systems. It is more frequent in women and endometriosis is the most frequent cause of this pain. The causes of chronic pelvic pain are different … Read more
Lumbago or low back pain is pain located in the lower back, buttocks or hip. It is important to distinguish between acute and chronic low back pain. And, most importantly, the physician must take into account the risks of acute pain becoming chronic and persistent. Acute low back pain is that which lasts a few … Read more
What is radiofrequency therapy? Radiofrequency therapy is a proven, low-risk option for managing chronic pain. Pain is considered chronic when it lasts longer than 12 weeks. During the procedure, a high-frequency electrical current is applied through a cannula or needle to the nerve where the pain transmission is to be blocked. How does radiofrequency therapy … Read more