Sciatica: Lower back pain with many causes
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Sciatica occurs when any of the nerve roots that eventually come together to form the sciatica nerve become compressed or inflamed. It is suggested that sciatica can be cleared up in several months by using pain relief modifications, careful muscle stretches, strengthening exercises and activity modifications.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2003
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Managing chronic pain: Therapy for your mind and body
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The facts about chronic pain and its effects are discussed. Cognitive behavior therapy can help to deal with chronic pain by helping one to change the way one physically and mentally responds to pain for better management of chronic pain and life.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2004
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Hives: Welts with many causes
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Hives-red are raised and itchy welts that appear and disappear on the skin, often for no apparent reason. The causes of chronic hives as well as acute hives are discussed.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2004
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