by Neil Bossenger | Aug 8, 2016 | Research, Spinewave Bulletin
A common belief is that pain in children will just go away or be forgotten when life takes over. In the absence of an identifiable injury such as a sprain or fracture, childhood and adolescent pain is often disregarded – by doctors and parents alike. The most...
by Neil Bossenger | Apr 3, 2016 | Case of the month, Cases, Spinewave Bulletin, Symptoms
Degeneration of the spine is a prevalent problem that generally advances with age, though is not always restricted to the elderly1. The presence of osteoarthritis is not always consistent with pain either. While progressive joint failure may cause pain and disability,...
by Neil Bossenger | Jan 25, 2015 | Case of the month, Cases, Spinewave Bulletin, Symptoms
Improper functioning of the nervous system can affect blood vessels, most frequently those of the fingers and toes, causing the blood vessels to constrict when a person is cold or experiencing stress. This results in less blood flowing to the extremities, which then...
by Neil Bossenger | Jan 25, 2015 | Research, Spinewave Bulletin
Objective: To investigate the efficacy and tolerability of analgesic and adjuvant pain drugs typically administered in primary care for the management of patients with sciatica. Design: Systematic review. Data source: International Pharmaceutical Abstracts, PsycINFO,...
by Neil Bossenger | Feb 12, 2013 | Case of the month, Cases, Spinewave Bulletin, Symptoms
The iliotibial band is a common source of perceived back, hip and groin pain. While people often associate iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome with runners, it’s a frequent occurrence amongst those who don’t run too. The ITB is a strong, thick band of fibrous...