Journal
Written answers to the questions patients ask.
Longer pieces from Dr. Sheikh on tests, procedures and what to do after an injury. Each one is written to be read once and understood, not skimmed.
5 Signs You Need to See a Pain SpecialistPain past three months, medication that stopped working, lost sleep, numbness or a doctor's referral. Five clear signs it is time to see a pain specialist.6 min readWhat to Expect During an EMG TestAn EMG and nerve conduction study takes 30 to 60 minutes, involves brief shocks and a thin needle, and tells you which nerve is damaged and how badly.5 min readUnderstanding Radiofrequency AblationRadiofrequency ablation uses heat to switch off the small nerves carrying pain from an arthritic spinal joint. Relief usually lasts six months to two years.5 min readWorkers' Comp Injury: What to Do FirstReport the injury the same day in writing, get examined promptly, and document everything. Here is how to protect your health and your NJ workers' comp claim.5 min readHow to Prepare for Your First Pain Management AppointmentWhat to bring, how to describe your pain, and which questions to ask so your first pain management visit produces a real diagnosis and a plan, not a delay.5 min readTop Tips for Maintaining Joint HealthPractical steps to protect your joints: strength work, weight, sleep, diet and the warning signs that mean joint pain needs a specialist rather than patience.5 min readHow a Pain Treatment Plan Is Built Around YouHow a pain plan is actually built: diagnosis first, then the least invasive treatment that fits your specific pain generator, reviewed against real function.5 min read
Reading is not a diagnosis.
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