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As experts in effective pain medicine and management, here at the London Pain Clinic we are experienced in employing numerous different interventions to help you experience life pain-free. However, we also recognise that some patients may want to find out as much as possible about their own condition themselves. With that in mind, our Information section provides articles and resources on everything from alternative therapies and botox to repetitive strain injury and whiplash. Simply click on a topic on the right to get started. Nevertheless, if you would like to book an appointment with one of our pain specialists, please call us on 020 7118 0250 or email the London Pain Clinic.

 

Polyneuropathy

Introduction Polyneuropathy is defined as a neurological disorder typically characterized by the simultaneous malfunction of many peripheral nerves throughout the body. Quite often, the same nerves are affected symmetrically on both sides of the body, usually in the arms or legs. In fact, polyneuropathy is also referred to as the ‘Glove and Stocking Neuropathy’....

Neck Pain

        Introduction   Pain the neck can occur because of an injury, a mechanical or muscular problem, a trapped nerve caused by a bulge in one of the discs between the vertebrae or from arthritis of the neck. Neck Pain is also commonly referred to as cervical pain and can range...

Patient Testimonial 10th September 2006

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...

Pelvic inflammatory disease

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...

Trigeminal Neuralgia

What is Trigeminal Neuralgia? Tic Douloureux or Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) is a neuropathic disorder causing episodes of intense pain in the eyes, lips, nose, scalp, forehead and jaw. The condition of TN is typically characterized by sudden and brief attacks of intense and stabbing pain and is usually limited to one side of the...

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction

Introduction Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction is an alteration of the structures that compose the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The temporomandibular joints are those that connect your lower jaw to the skull and are composed of bone, muscle and joint structures. There are two matching joints, one on each side of the head, located just in front...

Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome

Introduction Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) is a comprehensive term encompassing a wide range of symptoms accompanying a condition of chronic pelvic pain. Pelvic pain is essentially termed as ‘chronic’ if it lasts for more than six months. The term is also used to refer to the group of emotional and behavioral changes that...