In 1994, reflex sympathetic dystrophy, or RSD, was renamed complex regional pain syndrome type 1 (CRPS). It usually develops after tissue trauma---for example, a broken wrist, surgery, heart attack or stroke---according to "Harrison's Principles...
Bones, ligaments, nerves and blood vessels in the feet depend on vitamins to function normally. Deficiency of a vitamin can have dramatic effects, causing a burning sensation, pain, muscle wasting and edema in the feet. In many cases, these...
Rebounding, a relatively new kind of exercise, requires you to jump on a mini trampoline using controlled movements. Rebounding can improve balance and posture. Scoliosis refers to an abnormal curvature of the spine. According to Spine-Health, the...
Back pain is one of the most common physical complaints among American adults. In fact, according to the American Chiropractic Association, around 31 million Americans experience back pain at any given time. Back pain can range from an annoying...
Thoracic back pain is a common musculoskeletal complaint treated by chiropractors, physical therapists and medical doctors. According to the Spine-health website, thoracic or upper back pain may occur from trauma or sudden injury, muscle strains...
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic condition that most often takes place in the arms, feet, legs and hands. This develops as a result of an injury or illness that starts in another area of the body. It can also be caused from the...
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), is a serious and chronic pain syndrome that typically affects the hands, legs and arms. Burning, swelling and stiffness are just a few characteristics of this...
