Muscle knots, often referred to in medical terms as myofascial trigger points, are a common source of discomfort that many people experience. They feel like small, hard lumps or tight bands under the skin and are often tender to the touch. Some muscle knots even cause referred pain, meaning the

An epidural injection is a medical procedure where medication, usually a local anaesthetic and or steroid, is injected into the epidural space around the spinal cord. Many people associate epidurals with childbirth, and yes, they are commonly used to provide pain relief during labour. However, epidural injections are also widely

Sciatica is a type of pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back, through your hips and buttocks, and down each leg. People with sciatica often feel shooting, burning or tingling pain, sometimes accompanied by numbness or weakness in the leg. The pain usually affects

For most adults, neck and head pain is usually caused by everyday factors, such as poor posture, long hours at a desk or on the phone, stress or even sleeping with an unsupportive pillow. Muscle tension and eye strain can also trigger headaches that feel like pressure around the head

Neck pain in adults can arise from a variety of factors, most commonly muscle strain, poor posture or repetitive movements. Spending long hours hunched over computers, smartphones or desks can tighten neck and shoulder muscles, leading to discomfort. Other causes include stress-related muscle tension, sudden jerks or injuries, arthritis and

Most of us have felt a muscle knot – those small, tight, painful lumps or tender spots in muscle tissue that seem to “knot up” and hurt when touched. In medical terms, these are often referred to as myofascial trigger points, which are hyperirritable spots within muscle fibers or the