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Chronic pain after surgery: how common is it?

It isn't a surprise to experience pain after an operation. However, some people may develop more pain than expected, and it becomes chronic. We spoke to pain management specialist Dr Sarah Aturia about chronic postoperative pain and how it can be treated.

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By Dr Shankar Ramaswamy
10.09.20
Pain medicine

Sudden, sharp pelvic pain: when to see a doctor

Pelvic pain can occur in both men and women. There are, however, many different reasons as to what could be the underlying cause, whether it's because of kidney stones, ovulation pain, IBS or ruptured appendicitis, the possibilities depend on other symptoms. Read more from our expert pain management specialist Dr Shankar Ramaswamy about the causes of pelvic pain and when to seek help.

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By Mr Adam Ajis
16.07.20
Pain medicine

Foot arthritis: symptoms, treatment and recommended exercise

If you have arthritis in your feet you may be wondering what sports are suitable for you, on one hand you will want to be looking after your aerobic health, on the other, you will want to ensure that you do not aggravate any existing symptoms of foot arthritis. In this article, we spoke to leading orthopaedic surgeon Mr Adam Ajis, to find out more about the sports that can be done as well as more information on surgical and non-surgical treatment options.

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By Dr Shankar Ramaswamy
16.07.20
Pain medicine

The main causes of facial pain

Facial pain can be felt in any part of the face, including your eyes and mouth. Most of the time, it will clear up on its own without the need for medical treatment, however, for some people a proper diagnosis of the underlying cause and treatment plan are needed. One of our top pain management specialists, Dr Shankar Ramaswamy, gives us a comprehensive overview of the various causes of facial pain.

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By Dr Shankar Ramaswamy
19.06.20
Pain medicine

COVID-19 and chronic pain: FAQs

If you suffer from chronic pain, you may be wondering how your treatment will be impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. We spoke to Dr Shankar Ramaswamy, a leading pain management specialist based in London to find out some of the answers to your FAQs about living with chronic pain and how coronavirus impacts it.

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By Professor Neeraj Saxena
19.05.20
Pain medicine

How to treat chronic pain during the COVID-19 pandemic

For people living with persistent pain, or painful symptoms due to the coronavirus, you may be wondering what your treatment options are for relief. Thankfully, one of our pain management specialists Professor Neeraj Saxena explains all that you need to know.

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By Dr Shankar Ramaswamy
06.05.20
Pain medicine

Why it’s important to correctly diagnose fibromyalgia

It's important to have a formal diagnosis of the chronic pain condition fibromyalgia so that you can work alongside a specialist to develop a treatment plan. Here, pain management specialist Dr Shankar Ramaswamy explains more.

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By Dr Shankar Ramaswamy
29.04.20
Pain medicine

Recognising symptoms of fibromyalgia and how to intervene

Fibromyalgia can leave you feeling exhausted, with muscle cramps and pain radiating all over the body. One of our expert pain management specialists Dr Shankar Ramaswamy explains the first possible signs of fibromyalgia and how you can manage the pain condition.

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By Dr Shankar Ramaswamy
14.04.20
Pain medicine

Whiplash injuries: managing neck pain

Whiplash is a neck injury that is caused by sudden movement of the head. It sometimes happens after a slip, fall or car accidents. Leading London pain management specialist, Dr Shankar Ramaswamy, recently spoke to us about whiplash and how to manage the neck pain associated with it. He let us know about some of the treatments available that help manage the pain of this condition.

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By Dr Yasser Mehrez
18.11.19
Pain medicine

Fluoroscopic guided injections: how technology delivers safer pain relief treatment

Pain medicine is one of the fastest-growing medical specialties. The advancement in technology has helped in the development of new treatments to deliver effective pain relief interventions, such as fluoroscopic guided injections. Dr Yasser Mehrez, a consultant in pain medicine, give us a rundown of how they are performed and the type of treatments you can receive.

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