Arthrosamid® for Knee Arthritis: A Promising Solution for Long-Lasting Pain Relief
Arthrosamid® represents a breakthrough in knee arthritis treatment, offering a longer-lasting, low-risk, and effective alternative for pain relief and joint function improvement. Being the first clinic in Essex to offer this cutting-edge treatment last year, we are thrilled that our results are proving successful. Based in Leigh on Sea and Colchester – perfect for patients in Essex, Kent, London.
Pinched Nerve in Shoulder: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatments
If you're feeling numbness, tingling, or sharp pain in your shoulder and arm, it could be more than just muscle strain. Whether it’s a dull ache or sharp, shooting pain that radiates down your arm, a pinched nerve can seriously disrupt your daily life, causing major discomfort and limiting your range of motion. But what exactly is a pinched nerve, how does it happen, and most importantly, how can you get relief?
Suprapatellar Bursitis: Top Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
If you've ever felt a persistent, uncomfortable swelling just above your kneecap that makes even simple movements uncomfortable, you might have more than just a simple ache from overuse, it could be suprapatellar bursitis - a common yet often overlooked cause of knee pain.
Whether you're an athlete pushing your limits or someone who spends long hours kneeling or squatting, this inflammation can really hinder your daily routine. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options is essential for effective management and recovery.
Neck Crepitus: Popping, Cracking, and Grinding Noises
Neck crepitus refers to the sounds (often described as popping, cracking, grinding, or snapping) that are heard when moving the neck. These noises can happen during normal movements such as turning the head, tilting the neck, or simply stretching, and are commonly described as painless, however sometimes they can be accompanied by mild discomfort. But what causes it, and when should you be concerned?
Prolozone Therapy - The Leigh Injection Success Stories
Prolozone injections offer a promising path for individuals suffering from chronic pain and injuries. By harnessing the power of ozone to stimulate natural healing processes, this treatment provides not just relief, but also recovery. Whether you're an athlete recovering from injury, or someone struggling with joint pain, prolozone therapy could be the solution you’ve been searching for.
De Quervian’s Tenosynovitis: What is it and how can you treat it?
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects the tendons on the thumb side of your wrist. If you’ve ever felt pain when gripping, pinching, or even turning your wrist, you could be experiencing this condition – however other wrist issues present with similar symptoms, and so we go into further detail...
Ganglion Cyst: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
This blog explores what ganglion cysts are, their causes, symptoms, and available treatment options. Whether you’re dealing with a ganglion cyst yourself or are simply curious about these common yet mysterious lumps, we’ll provide clear, helpful information to guide you through understanding and managing this condition.
Coccydynia (coccyx pain): Treatment options including Prolozone
Have you ever experienced a sharp pain at the bottom of your spine, making it difficult to sit or stand comfortably? If so, you might be dealing with coccydynia - commonly known as tailbone pain. But what are the causes, symptoms and treatment options?
Finding relief for: Morton's Neuroma
Do you feel a sharp, burning pain in the ball of your foot? Perhaps you suffer from numbness, or a sensation like you're stepping on a pebble? If so, you may be dealing with Morton’s neuroma.
Pilates vs Yoga - Which is Better for Lower Back Pain?
Although there are similarities between Yoga and Pilates, such as them both focusing on the mind-body connection, Yoga tends to focus on more spiritual wellbeing and involves more relaxation exercises. Pilates concentrates on strengthening the body with an emphasis on your posture, balance, and flexibility. By understanding the strengths of each practice, you can make an informed decision and take a proactive step towards a healthier, pain-free back.
Brachioradial Pruritus: Introducing an innovative treatment option
Imagine a relentless itch on your arms that just won’t go away, no matter how much you scratch. Surprisingly, Brachioradial pruritus is a neurological condition that causes relentless itchiness. The Leigh Injection Clinic in Essex, provide Prolozone Injections as a treatment option - stimulating the body's natural healing processes, reducing inflammation, and improving blood flow.
Understanding and managing Piriformis Syndrome
If you’re dealing with chronic pain in your lower back, hips or legs, you may well be experiencing piriformis syndrome. Whether you're an athlete or a desk worker, understanding this often-mistaken condition is the first step towards finding relief and improving your quality of life.
Characterised by pain, numbness, or tingling in the buttocks that can radiate down the leg, piriformis syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle, located deep within the buttock region, becomes tight or inflamed. It can compress and irritate the nearby sciatic nerve, leading to discomfort and mobility issues.
A Success Story: Arthrosamid® Injection for Knee Arthritis
Being the first clinic in Essex to offer the cutting-edge treatment of Arthrosamid® injections for knee arthritis last year, we are thrilled to report that the results are proving time and time again to be successful. So far we haven’t had a patient return with zero response to the treatment, and everyone has had a 50-100% improvement at the 4 month mark post treatment. One of our patients reported a massively improved range of motion with no pain at all at 12 weeks which enabled him to return to work, and another patient stated that she was still pain free at 9 months post treatment.
Trochanteric Bursitis: What is it and how to treat it
Trochanteric bursitis causes discomfort & swelling in the tissues surrounding the outer hip or upper thigh, stemming from inflammation in the bursae. We discuss symptoms, causes, and treatment; home care, pain relief, physiotherapy, steroid injections & prolozone injections - offered at Leigh Injection Clinic based in Leigh on Sea, serving patients in Essex, Kent, London, & surrounding areas.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Causes, symptoms and treatments
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a prevalent condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It's a condition that's often misunderstood, yet it can significantly impact daily life and productivity. Whether you're experiencing tingling sensations in your fingers, difficulty gripping objects, or numbness in your hand understanding the basics of carpal tunnel syndrome is crucial for effective management and treatment.
Stretching Beyond Pain: Why hydrodistension triumphs over steroid injections for frozen shoulder
Hydrodistension, also known as hydrodilatation, and steroid injections are two common treatments for frozen shoulder, and whilst both methods aim to alleviate pain and improve range of motion, there are many advantages for hydrodistension that outweigh simple steroid injections.
Neck Pain: Symptoms, causes and relief strategies - including pillow advice
Neck pain, medically termed cervicalgia, is a common affliction that disrupts daily life and hinders productivity. Whether it's a dull, persistent ache or a sharp, stabbing pain, the effects can be debilitating. We spend hours hunched over screens or carrying heavy loads in today’s fast-paced world, so it’s no surprise that neck pain has become increasingly prevalent. But what exactly causes this discomfort? And more importantly, how can you find relief? In this blog, we delve into the intricacies of neck pain, exploring its various causes, symptoms, and effective strategies for alleviating its grip on your life.
Retrocalcaneal Bursitis: What it is and how to treat it
Step into the world of foot health as we explore a common yet often overlooked ailment – retrocalcaneal bursitis. Our journey takes us to the back of the heel, just deep to the Achilles tendon, where a small, fluid-filled sac known as the retrocalcaneal bursa plays a crucial role in smooth movement. In this blog, we'll delve into the intricacies of this condition, understanding its causes, symptoms, and most importantly, how to alleviate discomfort.
Empowering Your Back: A guide to relieving lower back pain through exercise
Lower back pain is truly a ‘pain in the back’! It can affect anyone, and in most cases it tends to improve within a few weeks, however in some cases it can last longer and keep returning – impacting your lifestyle and your ability to carry out daily activities.
In this blog, we detail exercises designed to strengthen, soothe, and rejuvenate your lower back. Whether you're looking for preventative measures, or seeking relief from persistent discomfort, we've got your back (literally!).
Knee Arthritis and Treatment Options
We discuss symptoms and treatment options, including two new options that can be used - and that are offered at our practice the Leigh Injection Clinic, based in Leigh on Sea, Essex - Prolotherapy and Prolozone injections and Arthrosamid.