Arthritis is common as we age and 50% of the population over 65 years of age will have developed some form of arthritis. It’s a condition we see frequently here at Bradenton Pain & Wellness Center. The CDC (Center for Disease Control) states that 1 in 4 of us will develop hip arthritis and that…
Some have called PRP, or Platelet Rich Plasma, the holy grail of medicine. It’s been used for dental procedures, facial lifts, hair growth, and musculoskeletal conditions. The history: during the 1970’s, research was done on separating blood components as a potential method to promote natural healing. Theoretically the drawn blood would be placed in a…
Not all fitness routines are done in a gym or with sports equipment. And to some, exercise is a boring but necessary chore. Dancing, however, is becoming more and more popular as not only a fun activity, it has multiple health benefits. And just because we’re in a pandemic and distancing, doesn’t mean we can’t…
Technology has become so emergent in our lives that we hardly realize how much we use our smart devices. Truth is, the average daily use is over 3 hours a day and that can mean muscle soreness in the neck, shoulders, and arms. “Text Neck” is becoming more common as we rely on our phones…
Arthritis can sometimes cause debilitating pain for patients and deliver a challenge for physicians to treat successfully. Traditional injections or nerve blocks joint may provide only temporary relief. Fortunately, technology in Interventional Pain Management has advanced where physicians are now able to block the pain for a longer period of time with RFA, or Radiofrequency…
Dr Ycaza and his team are pleased to welcome you to the new website of Bradenton Pain & Wellness Center. You will find navigation easier with more information to guide you through your journey to leaving pain behind. One of the additions to our new website this blog feature. Each month you’ll find helpful tips,…