The Pain Source

By Chris Faubel, M.D. -- This plexiform neurofibroma grew into the right L5/S1 neuroforamen and caused L5 radicular symptoms in this patient.

Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH) radiographic findings on a lateral thoracic x-ray. Dripping candle wax appearance is seen. Image compared to a normal T-spine lateral x-ray.

By Chris Faubel, M.D. -- The summary of the latest guidelines for holding anticoagulants (blood thinners) prior to performing interventional pain procedures.

By Chris Faubel, M.D. -- This is a step-by-step explanation of how to perform a piriformis muscle injection with fluoroscopy. Images included.

By Chris Faubel, M.D. -- Topical administration of medications for pain management has become increasingly more common. Compounded creams are an safe alternative to oral medications in some cases. Listed are the most commonly used compounded drugs, their proposed mechanism of action, and various conditions they may potentially be useful in treating.

By Chris Faubel, M.D. -- Summary of new research (Feb. 2013) from Stanford University shows low-dose naltrexone is effective in relieving pain, general satisfaction and mood more than placebo.

Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) is a supplement antioxidant that has been shown to help with the symptoms of diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

By Chris Faubel, M.D. -- Here is a list of opioid conversion resources for pain physicians converting a patient from one or more opioid narcotic medications to another.

A chart showing the basic metabolism of benzodiazepines as it pertains to urine drug screens.

A list of various medications that can cause a false positive readings for different classes of medications/drugs during immunoassay urine drug screens.