Chronic nerve pain can affect every aspect of life — from physical activity to emotional wellbeing and the ability to work.
For this patient, years of severe daily pain led to disability and a loss of hope. Despite trying medications and other treatments, his discomfort persisted.
After evaluation by Dr. Tim Tollestrup at Nevada Nerve Surgery, multiple nerve pain generators were identified, including the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, posterior femoral cutaneous nerve, medial cluneal nerve, and superior cluneal nerve.
Following targeted surgical procedures, his recovery has been life-changing.
Today, he reports dramatically reduced pain, increased activity levels, and a return to work. His story highlights the importance of identifying the true source of nerve pain and pursuing specialized care when conservative treatments fail.
If you experience persistent pain in the lower back, hip, buttock, or thigh, evaluation by a peripheral nerve specialist may help determine whether a nerve condition is contributing to your symptoms.