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Topiramate (Topamax®)
This medication is intended to prevent migraine headaches, treat nerve related pain or control certain types of seizures in patients with epilepsy.
Abobotulinumtoxin A (Dysport®) for Upper and Lower Limb Spasticity
What is spasticity and how is it typically treated? Spasticity is a neuromuscular condition in which there is an abnormal increase in muscle tone, making the affected body parts stiff and difficult to move. Spasticity is a symptom associated with damage to the brain and/or spinal cord through conditions such as stroke, brain trauma or tumour, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, etc. The presentation of spasticity can range from mild and barely noticeable to very bothersome, which can interfere with daily functioning, hygiene and comfort. Botulinum toxin...
Onabotulinumtoxin A (Botox®) for Upper and Lower Limb Spasticity
What is spasticity and how is it typically treated? Spasticity is a neuromuscular condition in which there is an abnormal increase in muscle tone, making the affected body parts stiff and difficult to move. Spasticity is a symptom associated with damage to the brain and/or spinal cord through conditions such as stroke, brain trauma or tumour, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, etc. The presentation of spasticity can range from mild and barely noticeable to very bothersome, which can interfere with daily functioning, hygiene and comfort. Botulinum toxin...
Incobotulinumtoxin A (Xeomin®) for Upper Limb Spasticity
What is spasticity and how is it typically treated? Spasticity is a neuromuscular condition in which there is an abnormal increase in muscle tone, making the affected body parts stiff and difficult to move. Spasticity is a symptom associated with damage to the brain and/or spinal cord through conditions such as stroke, brain trauma or tumour, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, etc. The presentation of spasticity can range from mild and barely noticeable to very bothersome, which can interfere with daily functioning, hygiene and comfort. Botulinum toxin...
Facet Joint Injection
This is a handout to explain that a facet join injection can be used to help diagnose the cause and location of pain or to treat pain related to facet joint dysfunction. Facet joint injections can be performed in the neck (cervical), upper back (thoracic), or lower back (lumbar). The exact location at which the procedure is performed at depends on where your pain is coming from. It involves the administration of a local anesthetic (when done as a diagnostic procedure) or a mixture of local anesthetic and an anti-inflammatory medication known as a steroid (when done for treatment purposes).
Nabilone (Cesamet®)
This is a handout to learn about Nabilone, which is a synthetic cannabinoid made by the pharmaceutical industry. It is similar to marijuana (the natural plant) in its actions, but usually has less effect on mood. Nabilone is typically used to treat severe nausea and vomiting associated with certain types of cancer chemotherapy and can be used to stimulate appetite. Nabilone is also used to treat chronic nerve related pain.
Sexual Health After a Spinal Cord Injury
Sex and sexuality are important parts of being human, however after a spinal cord injury (SCI) many things can change. The way you experience your body may be different now. Many people with a spinal cord injury are concerned about their sexuality and sexual health but don’t know how, when or who to ask for information. At Parkwood Institute, we have developed a program to provide education and support to patients regarding sexuality and sexual health. A member of your health care team will talk to you and answer any questions or concerns you may have about your sexual health. If you have a...
Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal®)
This is a fact sheet for patients about Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal), a drug used to treat epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia, and to manage nerve pain resulting from a spinal cord injury. Oxcarbazepine is also used for the treatment of acute mania or the prevention of bipolar disorder episodes. This fact sheet outlines how the medication should be used, what special precautions should be taken, what its potential side effects are and how it should be stored.
Epidural Steroid Injection
This is a handout explaining what an epidural steroid injection (ESI) is and why is it performed?
Our approach to treating chronic pain
Dr. Geoff Bellingham, Clinical Director of the Pain Management Program and Dr. Marilyn Hill, psychologist, share their thoughts on treating chronic pain through the Q&A below.
Tramadol Immediate Release
This handout describes Tramadol Immediate Release, which is a medication used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Lamotrigine Fact Sheet
This is a fact sheet for Lamotrigine (Lamictal), a drug commonly used to manage epilepsy. This sheet outlines why this medication is prescribed, how it should be used, special precautions, side effects and storage requirements.