While pain is a natural part of the healing process after an illness, injury, or surgery, it can become a condition in its own right. This can happen when the pain becomes more intense or lasts longer than expected, or when it has no clear cause. When pain gets to that point, it requires its own specific intervention and treatment. Pain specialists at the Pain Management Center at McLaren Greater Lansing believe that, with an accurate diagnosis, pain can be eliminated or effectively managed. “Patients e...
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy, otherwise known as nerve pain, caused by diabetes, can have a severe impact on someone’s quality of life. This pain is often associated with tingling, numbness, and sharp pain typically in the limbs causing a burning or shooting sensation that can be quite painful and at times, debilitating for those who suffer from it. “Diabetic neuropathy occurs when the nerves become damaged from uncontrolled high blood sugar levels in the body,” said Dr. Douglas Bez , pain management ...