Bulging disc pain is one of the most common issues “Top Doc 2015-19” Dr. Nikesh Seth treats at Peak Health and Wellness. Spinal discs are a type of fibrocartilage tissue located between every vertebrae. Normal discs are about 33% the size of their adjacent vertebrae, and they’re meant to maximize flexibility and serve as shock absorbers. A disc is made up of an … Read More
The Mystery of Sciatica
A lot of people aren’t quite sure what sciatica is, and this debilitating pain is regularly treated by Alex J. Nelson, MD. It’s an often-misunderstood term, and sciatica presents as a “nerve-like” pain that often starts in the back and travels down the legs. It’s most often caused by nerve compression in the spine, particularly when the nerves leave the spine. … Read More
Leading causes of joint pain
Treating any type of pain starts with a proper diagnosis. That’s why it’s important to trust medical professionals who take a comprehensive approach to pain management and have the skills and technology to offer a variety of tools and treatments.
What’s the difference between a pain doctor and a regular doctor?
At Peak Health and Wellness, Alex J. Nelson, MD is much more than a physician—he’s a pain specialist. However, most people outside of the medical field understandably don’t know the difference. A pain specialist is a doctor who has had additional, special, ongoing training and education relating to the diagnosis and treatment of various types of pain. “Pain” can be used to … Read More
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