The medical terminology for a pinched nerve, or what is commonly referred to as a "burner" or "stinger," is actually a stretch injury to the nerves that are distributed to the upper extremities.

Beyond pain, there are telltale signs of a pinched nerve you shouldn’t overlook. If you notice consistent tingling, muscle weakness, or numbness in specific areas of your body, it’s time to ...

Schwannomas should be included in the differential diagnosis of lumps in the vicinity of nerves. Recall the importance of conducting a thorough physical examination and performing appropriate ...

Femoral and sciatic nerve blocks are often used for postoperative analgesia following total knee replacement surgery. In this case report, we focus on cases of heel ulcers following the ...

We present a unique case of a man in his 60s with a knee intra-articular loose body causing a compression neuropathy on his common peroneal (fibular) nerve (CPN). This neuropathy caused a reduction in ...

is the pain from nerves? Is the pain coming from a joint, like knee pain? Is the pain coming from the muscles? Is the pain coming from the brain or the spinal cord? A very important question.

The median nerve is one of many peripheral nerves that extend throughout the body. This nerve in particular provides important control of the hand, wrist, and forearm and is commonly associated ...

How well it works: Research shows IFC is better than placebo at relieving knee OA pain. In a 2015 review of studies published in Osteoarthritis & Cartilage, IFC performed better than other electrical ...

Nerve treatments can help ease pain but won’t change the underlying arthritis or slow disease progression. Here are four options to discuss with your doctor or a pain specialist. They are most helpful ...