Whiplash
A whiplash is an injury to the cervical spine (neck) that occurs when the head is suddenly pushed forward and backward, for example in: This movement can cause damage to muscles, ligaments, intervertebral discs, joints, and nerves in the neck. Even if X-rays or MRIs may appear “normal”, the pain can be very real and […]
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a chronic and complex condition that causes: Symptoms can vary from day to day: there are better days and more difficult ones. Important: No injuries were found in the muscles or tissues. The test results are normal.Fibromyalgia is linked to an abnormal functioning of the nervous system, which makes the body more sensitive […]
Postherpetic Neuralgia (Pain after Herpes Zoster / Shingles)
What is it? Postherpetic neuralgia is the most common chronic complication of herpes zoster. It is a neuropathic pain caused by damage to sensory nerves during varicella-zoster virus infection. How often does it occur? About 20% of patients with herpes zoster report pain still present after 3 months, and 15% have persistent pain after 2 […]
Peripheral Neuropathies (Diabetic, Toxic, Pharmacological)
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition where the nerves in the arms and legs no longer function correctly. This can cause symptoms such as: When pain becomes a primary symptom, we refer to it as painful peripheral neuropathy. What are the most Common Causes? Neuropathies can have many causes. Among the most common are: How Does […]
Post-amputation Pain (Phantom Limb, Stump Pain)
Post-amputation pain is a form of chronic pain that can develop after the surgical removal of a limb. The two main manifestations are: How Common is it? According to scientific literature, between 30% and 80% of patients who undergo amputation develop a form of chronic post-operative pain.This can include phantom limb pain, stump pain, or […]
Chronic abdominal and pelvic pain
Chronic abdominal or pelvic pain is pain that persists for more than 3 months in an area that includes the lower abdomen, pelvis, genital or perineal region. It can be continuous or intermittent, deep or burning, and often cannot be explained by a single cause visible on standard examinations. This type of pain can have […]
Headaches and facial pain
(Migraine, Occipital Neuralgia, Trigeminal Neuralgia and other forms of chronic facial pain) When Pain Affects the Head… Or Face Chronic head or facial pain can have a profound impact on quality of life. In some cases, these are recurring migraines, in others, intense and sudden neuralgias. It is important to recognize the precise cause of […]
Chronic joint pain (osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis)
What is Chronic Joint Pain? Chronic joint pain is pain that involves the joints (such as knees, hips, shoulders, hands, spine) and lasts more than three months. It can be continuous or appear with movement, and it may worsen over time if not treated. The main causes are: What are the symptoms? What is the […]
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS, Algodystrophy)
The Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a rare disease of the nervous system that causes intense and prolonged pain in a part of the body (usually a hand, an arm, a foot, or a leg) after an injury, surgery, or even just after minor trauma (such as a sprain or fracture). In CRPS Type […]
Persistent Spinal Pain after Surgery
The persistent spinal pain syndrome type 2 describes a condition where spinal pain persists or worsens after back surgery, even though the surgery was technically successful. This condition was previously called “Failed Back Surgery Syndrome”, which emphasizes the complex and multifactorial etiology of post-surgical pain. How Does it Manifest? How often does it occur? Between […]