Chronic lower back, hip, and outer thigh pain is often blamed on the spine, joints, or muscles. But for many patients, the real problem is nerve compression. In this patient’s case, years of pain and failed treatments finally led to the correct diagnosis: Superior...
For two decades, Melodie lived with disabling groin and lower back pain that stripped her of independence, mobility, and joy. Once an active musician and outdoor enthusiast, she became unable to perform basic daily activities — let alone pursue the life she loved....
A Safer Surgical Approach to Chronic Tailbone Pain Chronic tailbone pain, known as coccydynia, is frequently misdiagnosed as a structural problem of the coccyx. However, according to pain-focused peripheral nerve surgeon Dr. Tim Tollestrup, the true source of pain is...
For Richie, surfing wasn’t just a hobby—it was his life. But over time, something was wrong. His feet became numb. Balance faded. Dexterity disappeared. He couldn’t trust his own movement, even forcing himself to watch his feet just to make them move. Eventually, even...
From Baltimore to Las Vegas: How One Patient Finally Found Relief After 32 Doctors and Years of Pain Jeff’s Story: From 32 Doctors to the Right Diagnosis For three and a half years, Jeff battled severe abdominal wall pain that began as a simple “pin prick” during a...
For more than a decade, Carrie has lived with excruciating pain caused by Trigeminal Neuralgia and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). Despite countless doctors, surgeries, and medications, nothing has provided lasting relief. Her pain is so severe that sitting upright...
