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woman's knees after undergoing genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation for knee pain
Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Pain medicine

What is genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation for knee pain?

Genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a treatment designed to help relieve chronic knee pain, especially for those who haven’t had success with more traditional methods like medications, physical therapy, or even knee injections. This procedure targets specific nerves, known as the genicular nerves, which play a significant role in transmitting pain signals from the knee joint to the brain. By "ablating" (or disrupting) these nerves, RFA can reduce the sensation of pain, often providing lasting relief. We speak to a leading consultant in pain medicine who explains how this treatment works.

A man stretches and experiences back pain
Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Pain medicine

A real pain in the back: how to deal with back pain

Back pain, particularly in the lower back (called lumbago), is a common ailment that can affect anyone and can be caused by a variety of conditions or injuries. Back pain can be unbearable, but it can also be corrected. All back pain, between mild to severe, has a cause and that means that there is a solution. Dr Kavita Poply, a leading pain management specialist, clarifies the causes of back pain, and the ways it can be addressed.

Postoperative pain management
Dr Nofil Mulla

By Dr Nofil Mulla
17.10.24
Pain medicine

How to prepare for postoperative pain before your surgery

An aspect of surgery that patients can feel the most anxious about is not the procedure itself but what comes after. A surgery may only take three hours but require three months to recover from, and in that time, the patient must likely deal with some postoperative pain. Of course, to be expected when the body has been cut open and put back together again, even by the most skilled hands. In this guide, a consultant pain physician and intervention specialist shares tips and advice for preparing and managing postoperative pain, before the surgery.

Dr Kavita Poply

By Dr Kavita Poply
03.10.24
Pain medicine

Could neuromodulation be your solution to persistent pain?

Neuromodulation is an innovative medical treatment designed to help manage chronic pain and certain neurological conditions. By targeting the nerves directly with electrical or chemical signals, this therapy can reduce pain or improve symptoms when other treatments have been ineffective. For many patients, neuromodulation offers a way to regain control over their quality of life. Revered pain medicine and neuromodulation specialist Dr Kavita Poply explains how it works, who it benefits, and what to expect from the procedure.

A young woman laying in bed, suffering widespread musculoskeletal pain
Dr Rajesh Menon

By Dr Rajesh Menon
01.10.24
Pain medicine

A clear understanding of fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia syndrome is a condition characterised by chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances and cognitive disorders, associated with varied additional symptoms such as irritable bowel syndrome, dry mouth , dry eyes, temporomandibular dysfunction and many others. In his latest online article, consultant in anaesthetics and pain management Dr Rajesh Menon aims to provide a clear understanding of fibromyalgia, its symptoms, causes, and management strategies to help those affected navigate their condition more effectively.

PRP, or platelet-rich plasma, is a regenerative treatment for joint pain.
Dr Deepak Ravindran

By Dr Deepak Ravindran
12.09.24
Pain medicine

PRP (platelet-rich plasma) regenerative treatment for joint pain

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) regenerative treatment aims to alleviates joint pain and promote tissue healing. PRP is derived from the patient’s own blood and is rich in platelets, which contain growth factors that are crucial for tissue repair and regeneration. Here to tell us more about this treatment is leading pain management specialist Dr Deepak Ravindran.

Man experiencing pain in his back
Dr Mohammed Qureshi

By Dr Mohammed Qureshi
09.09.24
Pain medicine

What are the most common causes of sciatica, and how is it treated?

Sciatica is a condition characterised by pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which branches from the lower back through the hips and buttocks and down each leg. This condition commonly affects only one side of the body. The intensity and type of pain can vary, often described as sharp, burning, or similar to an electric shock. In his latest online article, Dr Mohammed Qureshi gives us his insights.

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