by CSPP Doctors | Oct 16, 2018 | Blog, Pain Management
The National Opioid Dependence Epidemic The United States is presently experiencing an unprecedented opioid epidemic crisis. According to the National Institute of health, more than 115 people in the United States die daily from an opioid overdose. The misuse of, and...
by CSPP Doctors | Sep 27, 2018 | Blog, Pain Management
What is HF10? The Nevro HF10 is a type of Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) and is named for its ability to deliver high-frequency stimulation at 10 kHz. It is a non-addictive, minimally-invasive and reversible option that provides patients with long-term chronic pain...
by CSPP Doctors | May 16, 2018 | Pain Management, Uncategorized
What is Occipital Neuralgia? Occipital neuralgia is a condition in which the nerves that run from the top of the spinal cord up through the scalp, known as the occipital nerves, are inflamed or injured. Common symptoms include pain in the back of your head or the base...
by CSPP Doctors | Mar 8, 2018 | Blog, Pain Management
Am I a Good Candidate? Candidates for Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy are typically identified through a screening process, which evaluates the person’s medical condition, and begins with a thorough assessment by the specialists at Comprehensive Spine & Pain...
by CSPP Doctors | Oct 13, 2017 | Blog, Pain Management
Tennis elbow, quarterback shoulder, golfer’s elbow, tendinitis of the wrist and jumper’s knee are a few examples of forms of tendinitis, a painful, but easily preventable injury. Causes of Tendinitis Repetitive strain on the tendon: Repetitive strain is the most...
by CSPP Doctors | Sep 27, 2017 | Blog, Pain Management
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a joint degenerative disease and the most common chronic condition of the joints. It occurs when the cushion between the cartilage of the joints suffers from “wear and tear.” There is an estimated 27 million Americans affected...
