Southeast Pain and Spine Care Welcomes Dr. Ava Giugliano!

Ava Giugliano, D.O. is the newest member to join the team at Southeast Pain and Spine Care. She is a Western Maryland native and completed her medical school at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. After fellowships in both neurology and comprehensive pain management, she decided to pursue pain management further. Meet Dr. Ava […]

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All You Need to Know About Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a common condition affecting the elderly. It’s the cause of lower back and leg pain or sciatica and results from the normal wear and tear effects of aging seen in up to 95% of people above 50 years. Young people born with a narrow spinal cord can also suffer from this […]

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Using TENS for Pain Management

Chronic pain can make it hard for one to move around and perform daily tasks. Surgery and physical therapy are some treatments you can choose. One non-pharmacological method of managing pain that has become popular is transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). Using TENS for Pain Management When using the TENS for pain management, a battery-operated […]

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Types of Interventional Therapy for Nerve Pain Management

Pain is prevalent all over the world and contributes substantially to disability, morbidity, mortality, and healthcare system burden. Persistent pain over a long period of time has detrimental impact on individuals mental and physical functioning, reduce their productivity and affect their overall quality of life.  In the United States alone, over 50 million people continue […]

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4 Ways to Manage Soft Tissue Injuries

Soft tissue injuries are common, especially in athletes and people who lead an active lifestyle. Most soft tissue injuries result from sudden uncontrolled movements. They can also result from overuse or chronically fatigued structure like muscles and tendons. Soft tissues surround, connect, and support other structures and organs in the body. These tissues include tendons, […]

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How Hip and Low Back Pain are Connected

Your Hip & Low Back Are Connected, And Your Back Pain Could Be Causing Hip Pain If you suffer from chronic back pain, your hips may be the cause. Back pain can sometimes lead to hip pain or vice versa. There are many ways that these two problems can affect each other – but it’s […]

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Steroid Injections for Shoulder Pain: How Do They Work?

Shoulder pain is a common problem caused by various conditions, including rotator cuff tendinitis, bursitis, and impingement syndrome. For many people, nonsurgical treatments such as rest, ice, and physical therapy can provide relief. However, some people may require steroid injections to help reduce pain and inflammation. Below, we’ll discuss steroid injections and how they can […]

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How Do NSAIDs Work To Reduce Pain?

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (or ‘NSAIDs‘), are part of a drug class for inflammatory aches and pains. Millions of NSAIDs are taken every day in the United States alone. Because this type of medicine is readily available and typically administered over-the-counter, it’s often the go-to for pain management.  Here’s how NSAIDs actually work for pain, and […]

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