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Introduction Occipital Neuralgia is a form of neuropathic pain caused by irritation or injury to the occipital nerve located in the back of the scalp. The occipital nerves are two pair of nerves that originate in the area of the second and third vertebrae of the neck. The term is also often used to...

Patient Testimonial (10th September 2006) The following testimonial was given by a patient with complex pain problems who required an online consultation due to geographical constraints. London Pain Clinic were able to consult with specialists in other clinical disciplines, allowing a multidisciplinary approach to pain management. ”Hello Geraldine (Practice Manager), Thank you so much...

Introduction Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is due to inflammation of a woman’s pelvic organs including the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries and other reproductive organs. PID can cause damage to the fallopian tubes and tissues in and near the uterus and ovaries. If left untreated, PID can even cause serious consequences including infertility, ectopic pregnancy...

  Physiotherapy: The Basics   Physiotherapy is primarily defined as a science that strives to improve movement dysfunction, promote optimal health and functions of the human body. At its core, physiotherapy places human movement as central to health and well-being. Physiotherapy or physical therapy is widely regarded, as the most important rehabilitative service needed...

Introduction Occipital Neuralgia is a form of neuropathic pain caused by irritation or injury to the occipital nerve located in the back of the scalp. The occipital nerves are two pair of nerves that originate in the area of the second and third vertebrae of the neck. The term is also often used to...

      What is a Facet Joint? The spine is made up of a number of building blocks, the vertebrae, which support the weight of the body. Between these are Intervertebral Discs, which act as shock-absorbers. Between two vertebrae are a pair of small Facet Joints, which allow the spine to move and...

Testimonial of patient treated by London Pain Clinic The medication I received on my first appointment was a great help after I discontinued my antidepressant medication. When I say I am grateful for Dr. Jenner and you…I am not merely being polite. It is a HUGE help in managing my life and remaining a...

Pacing and Chronic Pain Introduction Chronic pain is typically defined as a pain that lasts for more than six months, inspite of regular and appropriate medicine being administered. It can often lead to a series of side effects such as hopelessness, depression, anxiety disorders and traumatic stress. Individuals suffering from chronic pain also end...

Diaphragmatic Breathing and Chronic Pain Introduction Chronic pain is defined as a persistent, long-lasting pain that lasts longer than six months inspite of the required medical treatment. Individuals with chronic pain often tense their muscles in reaction to pain, which in turn aggravate pain altogether. Chronic pain can present itself in a series of...

Goal Setting and Chronic Pain Introduction Chronic pain is defined as a pain that lasts for more than three months and leads to a significant impairment of activities of daily living and activities. The primary goal in chronic pain management is that the cause of the pain should be found and cured, enabling the...