Search Results for: pain
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An Introduction to Chronic Pain Management Techniques
We treat acute and chronic pain with pain management techniques. Learn how pain management options can help keep pain from interfering with your activities.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation, Senior Health
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Eileen: Overcoming Back Pain Without Surgery
By the time Eileen Scott turned 66, she was at her wit's end. Born with scoliosis, she'd spent a lifetime dealing with chronic back pain. But her pain had become so severe she could barely walk 250 steps a day. As she neared retirement, she wondered about her future and dreams of traveling.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
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Treating and Preventing Back Pain: What You Need to Know
Back pain is a common condition that may be prevented or managed. UPMC offers surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for back pain.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, New Here, Spine Health
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Painful Sex for Women: Causes, Treatments, and Talking to Your Doctor
Pain during sex is not normal. If you have painful sex on a regular basis, you should call your doctor. Here's what to know.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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New Therapy Delivers Pain Relief for Knee Replacements
Discomfort is expected after a knee replacement procedure. For some, a new therapy may help lessen their pain during recovery. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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UPMC Neurosurgeon Explains Microvascular Decompression for Facial Pain and Spasms
UPMC is a leading center for microvascular decompression, a minimally invasive surgery that treats the underlying cause of trigeminal neuralgia.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Jean’s Story: From Stenosis to Back Pain Relief through Minimally Invasive Surgery
Jean knows staying active is key to successful aging. Our experts made sure spinal stenosis didn't slow her down. Here's her story.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health, UPMC Stories
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History-Making Cross Country Runner Runs Pain-Free: Mia’s Story
High school junior Mia has made history in her cross country career, but it's been far from easy. Luckily, she found proper care at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Musicians and Injuries: How One Physical Therapist Is Helping Artists Who Play Through Pain
Many advanced and professional musicians stop playing their instruments because of pain. But when musicians rehab like athletes, they can return to play.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine