Neuropathic Pain Disorders & How They Are Identified

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Neuropathic Pain Disorders & How They Are Identified

Neuropathic Pain is often the most frustrating and intense type of chronic pain. Neuropathic Pain Disorders can be debilitating but can be diagnosed and treated effectively by a professional neuropathic physician.

Symptoms of Neuropathic Pain Disorders

You might be suffering from a Neuropathic Pain Disorder if you’ve dealt with one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Pain triggered by a light touch or normal activities
  • Undiagnosed facial pain
  • Sharp or shooting pain
  • Numerous doctors and treatments haven’t solved the problem or provided relief
  • Pain that is worse at night

If any of these symptoms sound familiar, you may be experiencing Neuropathic Pain. Thankfully, there are professionals in this field who are ready to help you, such as TMJ & Sleep Solutions of Alabama.

Diagnosis

Before treatment can begin, your orofacial pain specialist must determine the source of your pain. There are a number of reasons a person may develop neuropathic pain, so a proper diagnosis requires a thorough medical history, exam, and possible additional diagnostic tests. An accurate neuropathic pain diagnosis often demands an orofacial pain specialists attention. Dr. Hartsfield is here to give you that attention.


At TMJ & Sleep Solutions of Alabama, our mission is to provide personalized care to restore quality of life, one patient at a time. If you are experiencing issues with sleep, don’t hesitate to contact us and schedule an appointment!