Musculoskeletal disorders and related pain are major causes of disability. Chronic Neck pain, chronic low back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), and myofascial pain are common conditions and they can have a major effect on disability and…
There is large evidence showing acupuncture to be clinically effective for primary chronic pain. Chronic primary pain is pain with no clear underlying cause, or pain (or its impact) that is out of proportion to anyobservable injury or disease. The…
Muscle pain (aka myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) is a very common condition and most people develop these at some stage in their lives. This can affect any muscle in the body and is usually short-lived. However, in some cases, it…
Neck pain and its associated problems of back and shoulder pain, headaches, or dizziness is a very common condition usually caused by stress, poor posture, injury, arthritis, general wear, and tear. This can be a distressing complaint causing both pain…
Back pain is one of the most common complaints in the UK and worldwide. The cause of back pain can be multi-factorial and attributable to sedentary lifestyles, prolonged sitting for work/leisure, and part of the aging process. Many back pains…
The shoulder is the most versatile joint in the body and symptoms/pain can occur very suddenly or due to previous trauma or wear and tear of the joint and rotator cuff muscles causing severe restriction of activity and quality of…
Knee pain can be caused by a variety of conditions. Whether through strains, trauma, arthritis, or degeneration of the joint, this can be a painful and debilitating problem. Although surgical total knee replacement is the definitive treatment for severe knee…
Headaches are one of the most common reasons people visit a doctor. A headache is a pain in any part of the head, including the scalp, upper neck, face, and interior of the head. Headaches interfere with the ability to…
These are painful conditions characterized by pain on the outside/inside of the elbow which can radiate up or down the arm.Acupuncture works by releasing muscle trigger points, increasing the blood flow, reducing inflammation, and promotes the body’s own healing ability.…
RSI covers the whole range of problems caused by the overuse of any part of the body. With the increased use of computers, poor posture and seating positions along with repetitive and long-term use of the mouse and keyboard are…
