Everything you need to know about fibromyalgia — its causes, symptoms, the newest medications, and how modern pain management can help you reclaim your life. Dr Debjyoti Dutta MBBS (Hons), MD (Anaesthesiology), FPM Consultant Pain Management — Samobathi Pain Clinic, Kolkata If you have been living with widespread body pain that does not go away, disturbed sleep, constant tiredness, and a strange fogginess in your thinking — and if test after test has come back normal — there

Low back pain associated with radiating leg pain, commonly known as sciatica, is one of the most frequent reasons for patients seeking medical consultation. In many cases, the pain originates from irritation or compression of a specific spinal nerve, most commonly the S1 nerve root . When medications, physiotherapy, and lifestyle modification fail to provide adequate relief, S1 Selective Nerve Root Block  becomes an effective and minimally invasive treatment option. At Samoba

Chronic back pain is one of the most disabling health problems affecting people across all age groups. In a fast-paced metropolitan city like Kolkata, where long working hours, prolonged sitting, poor posture, and rising stress levels are common, spinal pain has become alarmingly frequent. Many patients suffer silently from severe radiating pain, numbness, tingling, and functional disability, often unaware that advanced non-surgical interventions like Transforaminal Epidural

Knee pain is one of the most common complaints seen in clinical practice, and osteoarthritis is the leading cause behind it. However, most patients do not truly understand what actually happens in osteoarthritis of the knee . Many believe that it is simply “cartilage wearing out.” In reality, osteoarthritis of the knee is a complex whole-joint disease  involving cartilage, bone, synovium, ligaments, menisci, muscles, and nerves. This detailed article explains what actually ha

Living with chronic pain can be overwhelming. When pain lasts for months or years, it affects sleep, mood, physical function, and the ability to enjoy life. Many people feel confused when their doctor suggests antidepressants for chronic pain relief . A common thought is: “Does this mean my pain is psychological?” The answer is No . Certain antidepressants help reduce pain by calming overactive nerves. They are widely used for chronic nerve pain, migraine, fibromyalgia, and p

Vertebral compression fracture pain  is a common and often debilitating condition, especially among elderly individuals and patients with osteoporosis. These fractures occur when the vertebral body collapses, causing sudden sharp pain, spinal deformity, and significant loss of mobility. At Samobathi Pain Clinic , we specialize in advanced, minimally invasive interventional procedures that provide rapid and long-lasting relief from vertebral compression fracture pain . What Is

Coccydynia  refers to pain in the coccyx or tailbone region, often worsened by sitting, standing from a seated position, or prolonged pressure on the lower spine. Although it is a small bone, coccyx pain can significantly impact daily activities and quality of life. At Samobathi Pain Clinic , we provide evidence-based evaluation and advanced interventional treatments that offer long-lasting relief from coccydynia  without surgery. What Is Coccydynia? Coccydynia  is pain arisi

Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS)  is a chronic pain condition that occurs when back or spine surgery does not provide the intended relief—or when pain returns after a short period of improvement. Despite advances in surgical techniques, up to 20–40%  of patients continue to experience persistent back pain, leg pain, or new neuropathic symptoms after surgery.At Samobathi Pain Clinic , we specialize in advanced, minimally invasive interventional treatments designed to relie

Lumbar spinal canal stenosis  is one of the most common causes of lower back pain and leg discomfort in adults over 50. It occurs when the spinal canal narrows and compresses the nerves passing through the lower back. At Samobathi Pain Clinic , we offer evidence-based, minimally invasive interventional treatments that effectively relieve symptoms of lumbar spinal canal stenosis  without requiring open surgery. What Is Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis? Lumbar spinal canal stenosis

Sacroiliac joint pain  is a common but often underdiagnosed cause of low back pain, buttock pain, and difficulty standing or walking. Many patients confuse sacroiliac joint disorders with lumbar spine problems, leading to delayed treatment. At Samobathi Pain Clinic , we specialize in accurate diagnosis and minimally invasive interventional treatments to provide long-term relief from sacroiliac joint pain  without surgery. What Is Sacroiliac Joint Pain? Sacroiliac joint pain  

Cervical disc herniation  is a major cause of chronic neck pain, arm pain, and nerve compression symptoms among working professionals, especially those who spend long hours on computers or mobile devices. At Samobathi Pain Clinic , we focus on minimally invasive, evidence-based, interventional pain treatments that provide long-lasting relief without the need for surgery. What Is Cervical Disc Herniation? Cervical disc herniation  occurs when the soft central part of a cervica

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