There is a paradox of supply and demand when it comes to peripheral nerve surgery. Most peripheral nerve surgeons focus on reconstructive nerve surgery and very few on pain relief. Yet the number of chronic pain patients far exceeds the number of patients needing reconstruction. Dr. Tollestrup explains this problem and the ramifications for patients.
Division 1 Soccer Player Overcomes Debilitating Nerve Pain After Cluneal Nerve Surgery
For years, Nadia was a competitive athlete with a promising future. A Division 1 soccer player and full-time college student, she lived an active...