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3 Benefits of a Peripheral Nerve Block

Lower Back Pain

A peripheral nerve block works by preventing the pain signals from the affected area to the brain. It can effectively stop pain and provide significant relief for chronic pain caused by a peripheral nerve disorder. Whether the disorder has been caused by another health condition like diabetes, it was inherited or the nerve pain was… Continue reading


Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Right for You?

Pain Doctor San Jose CA

Chronic pain is one of the most difficult conditions to endure – it can affect every aspect of your life, from your physical function and mental concentration to your mood and relationships. At Allied Pain & Spine Institute, we harness the medical knowledge and technology available to provide our patients with the most innovative pain… Continue reading


Fibromyalgia

a woman in a white shirt holding her neck with both hands

Fibromyalgia is the second most common condition affecting your muscles and bones which affects your sensitivity to touch. Fibromyalgia is associated with widespread chronic pain, fatigue, mood changes, and memory problems. According to the Arthritis Foundation, fibromyalgia affects more than 3.7 million Americans, with the majority being women between the ages of 40 and 75.… Continue reading


Acupuncture

Acupuncture Treatment in San Jose CA

Derived from traditional Chinese medicinal methodologies, acupuncture is an integrated technique in which tiny needles are inserted through the skin at specific points on the body, as stated by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. For chronic low back and neck pain, as well as osteoarthritis, knee pain and ongoing tension headaches and… Continue reading