Treatments & Conditions

Botox injections for chronic migraines involve periodic head and neck injections to reduce headache frequency, severity, and symptoms, with minimal recovery time but potential risks like neck pain and muscle weakness.

 Neck pain, from mild discomfort to severe agony, can stem from poor posture, strain, or injuries. Key signs include persistent pain, stiffness, and headaches. Treatment options vary from physical therapy to surgery.

 This quick, minimally invasive procedure delivers steroids into the spine to tackle sciatica and herniated discs, easing pain and reducing inflammation. Most patients bounce back within 24 hours.

Joint injections involve delivering medication like steroids or hyaluronic acid into joints such as the knee or shoulder. They treat arthritis, bursitis, and joint pain, providing quick pain relief and reducing inflammation. Risks include infection and temporary pain increase, but most patients return to normal activities within 24-48 hours.

 PRP injections use your own platelets to quickly heal tendons, ligaments, and joints. Ideal for injuries and arthritis, this treatment speeds up recovery, reduces pain, and might help you avoid surgery. 

 A discogram is a diagnostic procedure to identify if back pain is due to damaged discs. It involves injecting contrast dye into a disc and using imaging techniques. This helps diagnose discogenic back pain and plan potential surgery. The procedure accurately pinpoints pain-causing discs, guiding treatment. 

 Myofascial Pain Syndrome is a chronic pain disorder where pressure on sensitive muscle points causes pain throughout the body. It often results from muscle injury or excessive strain. Symptoms include persistent deep muscle pain, tender knots, and sleep disturbances. 

Vertebrogenic pain stems from issues with the spine's structures, including vertebrae, discs, and facet joints. Common causes are spinal degeneration, herniated discs, stenosis, facet joint dysfunction, and spondylolisthesis. Symptoms may include localized lower back pain, sciatica, stiffness, and limited mobility. 

Peripheral nerve stimulation is a therapy where a device sends electrical impulses to specific nerves to manage chronic pain. The procedure involves implanting small electrodes near the affected nerves, which are connected to an external power source. It is used for conditions like migraines, nerve damage pain, and complex regional pain syndrome. 

Spinal cord stimulator implantation is a procedure where electrodes and a generator are surgically placed under the skin to manage chronic neuropathic pain. Tiny electrodes are implanted in the epidural space and connected to a battery under the skin, sending electric impulses to the spinal cord. This treatment is effective for chronic pain conditions such as nerve-related pain, complex regional pain syndrome, and failed back surgery syndrome. 

Facet joint dysfunction occurs when the spine's facet joints become painful due to arthritis, injury, or repetitive stress. Common causes include age-related wear and tear, spinal injuries, or poor posture. Symptoms often involve localized pain, stiffness, and difficulty bending or twisting the spine. 

Postherpetic Neuralgia is a complication of shingles, characterized by severe pain in areas where the shingles rash occurred. The primary cause is damage to nerve fibers during a shingles outbreak, which leads to prolonged nerve pain. Symptoms requiring management include severe, lingering pain in the shingles-affected areas, sensitivity to touch, and itching or numbness.

Basivertebral nerve ablation is a minimally invasive procedure for treating chronic low back pain from the basivertebral nerve. Using imaging guidance, a specialized probe delivers radiofrequency energy to ablate the nerve. It’s mainly used for vertebrogenic low back pain caused by inflammation of the vertebral endplates. Benefits include significant pain relief with minimal tissue damage, serving as a less invasive alternative to surgery. 

Facet joint injections are a minimally invasive treatment designed to relieve back or neck pain. Under imaging guidance, a local anesthetic and/or steroid medication is injected into the facet joint. These injections are used for chronic pain from conditions like arthritis or facet joint injuries. Benefits include pain relief, reduced inflammation, and improved mobility. 

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition marked by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in specific areas. Although the exact cause is unknown, it may involve genetics, infections, trauma, or certain diseases. Key symptoms include chronic muscle pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and tender points throughout the body. 

Sacroiliac joint fusion is a surgical procedure designed to stabilize the joint between the spine and pelvis, aiming to relieve pain. The procedure involves inserting small implants across the sacroiliac joint to fuse it. It's used for chronic pain due to sacroiliac joint dysfunction or inflammation. Benefits include reduced pain, improved function and mobility, and a better quality of life. 

Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure for treating spinal compression fractures. It involves inserting a balloon into the fractured vertebra to create space, which is then filled with bone cement. This procedure is mainly used for osteoporotic spinal compression fractures. Benefits include pain relief, restoration of vertebral height, and correction of spinal alignment. 

Minimally invasive spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that joins two or more vertebrae to reduce excess motion and relieve pain. It involves small incisions to access the spine and uses bone grafts, screws, or spacers to fuse the vertebrae. This procedure treats conditions like disc degeneration, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, or spinal instability. Benefits include reduced tissue damage, lower infection risk, less blood loss, reduced pain, and faster recovery compared to open spinal fusion. 

Joint pain refers to discomfort, aches, and soreness in any of the body's joints, often due to illness or injury. Common causes include arthritis, injuries, inflammatory diseases, cancer, or wear and tear from age or overuse. 

Minimally invasive lumbar decompression (MILD) is a surgical procedure designed to relieve pressure on nerve roots in the lumbar spine. It involves making a small incision and using specialized tools to remove or trim sources of nerve compression. MILD treats conditions like lumbar spinal stenosis, herniated discs, and degenerative disc disease. Benefits include significant pain relief, minimal tissue damage, and faster recovery. 

Vertebral augmentation is a minimally invasive procedure designed to treat vertebral compression fractures by stabilizing the bone. It involves injecting bone cement into the fractured vertebra through a small incision in the skin. This procedure is typically used for fractures caused by osteoporosis or spinal tumors. Benefits of vertebral augmentation include immediate pain relief, improved mobility, and prevention of further vertebral collapse. Risks may include infection, bleeding, nerve damage, or cement leakage into surrounding areas. 

Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal nerve in the face. It is commonly caused by blood vessels pressing on the nerve, multiple sclerosis, or a tumor. 

Cancer pain can arise from the cancer itself, such as a tumor pressing on nerves, or from treatments like chemotherapy or surgery. Common causes include the cancer growing into bones, nerves, or organs, or side effects of treatments. 

A nerve block is an injection of anesthetic medication near specific nerves to manage pain. The procedure involves injecting medication around the affected nerves, often guided by imaging techniques like fluoroscopy or ultrasound. Nerve blocks can address various types of pain, including back pain, neck pain, sciatica, migraines, and complex regional pain syndrome. 

Degenerative disc disease is a condition where spinal discs wear down over time, leading to pain and potential mobility issues. Causes include natural aging, wear and tear, injury, and genetic factors. Symptoms may include chronic low back or neck pain, intermittent severe pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness. 

Diabetic neuropathic pain is nerve damage caused by diabetes, leading to painful sensations. It results from prolonged high blood sugar levels that damage nerves over time. Symptoms include numbness, tingling, or burning sensations, especially in the hands and feet. 

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that typically affects one limb, often following an injury, surgery, stroke, or heart attack. While it usually arises after trauma or nervous system damage, the exact cause remains unclear. Symptoms include severe, prolonged pain, swelling, changes in skin color, temperature, and texture, and impaired motor function in the affected area. 

Spinal stenosis is a condition where the spaces within the spine narrow, putting pressure on the nerves that travel through it. Common causes include aging, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and spinal injuries. Symptoms may include back pain, numbness or weakness in the legs or torso, and difficulty with balance. 

Lumbar radiculopathy occurs when nerve roots in the lower spine are compressed or irritated, leading to pain, numbness, or weakness. Common causes include disc herniation, bone spurs, spinal stenosis, or degenerative disc disease. Symptoms can involve low back pain, sciatica, numbness, weakness, or loss of motor function in the legs. 

Interventional pain management is a medical subspecialty focused on using minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat persistent pain conditions. Common reasons to see a specialist include chronic back pain, arthritis, cancer pain, migraines, and pain from nerve damage or injuries. Symptoms often involve chronic or severe pain that doesn’t respond to conservative treatments and impacts quality of life. 

Post laminectomy syndrome, also known as failed back surgery syndrome, is a condition characterized by persistent pain following back surgery. Common causes include recurrent disc herniation, ongoing pressure on a spinal nerve, altered joint mobility, or scar tissue formation. Symptoms needing management often include chronic pain, spinal instability, muscle weakness, or mobility issues. 

Pelvic pain is discomfort occurring in the lower part of the torso, below the abdomen and between the hip bones. Common causes include pelvic inflammatory disease, ovarian cysts, fibroids, endometriosis, or disorders of the urinary or digestive systems. Symptoms that need attention include persistent or severe pelvic pain, discomfort during intercourse, painful urination, or irregular bleeding. 

A Medial Branch Block is a precise injection of anesthetic near the nerves connecting to your spine's facet joints, using advanced imaging for accuracy. This quick procedure not only provides immediate pain relief for neck, mid-back, or lower spine pain but also aids in diagnosing facet joint issues. 

Spondylolisthesis occurs when a vertebra slips forward over the one below it, often due to congenital defects, trauma, or degenerative diseases. Symptoms include lower back pain, stiffness, and nerve pain radiating to the legs. 

This distinct headache features sharp, jabbing pain in the upper neck or back of the head, often on one side. Common causes include neck muscle tension, injuries, or irritation of the occipital nerves. 

Peripheral Neuropathy affects the nerves that send messages between your brain, spinal cord, and the rest of your body, leading to damage or disease. Common causes include diabetes, infections, genetic disorders, trauma, and metabolic issues. 

Sciatica is pain that travels along the sciatic nerve, extending from your lower back through your hips and down one or both legs. Common causes include herniated discs, bone spurs, or spinal stenosis. Symptoms like lower back pain, hip pain, burning or tingling down the leg, and difficulty moving the leg or foot require management. 

This procedure targets pain at the base of the spine by delivering medication directly into the sacroiliac joints. Using local anesthetic and cortico-steroids, often guided by fluoroscopy or CT imaging, it treats conditions like sacroiliitis or sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Benefits include fast pain relief, reduced inflammation, and pain source confirmation. 

It’s discomfort in one or both joints connecting the lower spine to the pelvis. Common causes include arthritis, pregnancy, trauma, infection, or conditions affecting your walking pattern. Symptoms include lower back pain, buttock pain, sciatica-like pain, and difficulty moving from a seated position. 

This advanced treatment involves implanting a device that delivers pain medication directly into the spinal fluid. A programmable pump and catheter are placed to administer medication into the intrathecal space through a surgical procedure. It's used for severe chronic pain and spasticity that haven’t responded to other treatments. Benefits include targeted relief, reduced medication doses, fewer side effects, and a better quality of life. 

This minimally invasive procedure targets chronic back pain by disabling specific nerve roots in the spinal cord. The surgeon locates and disables the problematic nerve roots using an endoscope inserted through a small incision. It’s designed for chronic lower back pain and facet joint syndrome that haven’t improved with other treatments. 

This surgical procedure removes the damaged part of a herniated disc in the spine. An incision is made in the back, and after shifting the muscles aside, the herniated disc portion is excised. It’s used to treat severe low back pain, sciatica, or extremity weakness caused by herniated discs. Benefits include significant pain relief, enhanced mobility, and a fast return to normal activities. 

TENS is a non-invasive therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents to relieve pain. Small adhesive electrodes deliver mild electrical impulses through the skin to the nerves. It’s effective for various pain conditions, including arthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia, and nerve-related pain. 

RFA is a procedure that uses radio waves to create heat and destroy specific nerve tissue to reduce pain signals. A thin, insulated needle is guided to the target nerve, and heat from electrical currents disables it. It’s effective for chronic lower back pain, neck pain, arthritic joints, and some types of nerve pain. Benefits include significant pain reduction, improved function, and less reliance on medications. 

This injection targets the celiac plexus nerves to manage abdominal pain. Using imaging guidance, an anesthetic is injected to block these nerves. It’s commonly used for chronic abdominal pain, especially from cancer or pancreatitis. Benefits include effective pain relief, reduced need for pain medications, and improved quality of life. 

Also known as SCS, this temporary procedure uses electrical impulses to alleviate chronic pain. During the trial, temporary electrodes are placed in the epidural space and connected to an external stimulator to test pain relief effectiveness. It’s used for conditions like Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Neuropathy, and Chronic Back or Leg Pain. The trial lasts about a week, allowing you to evaluate the impact of the stimulation on your pain before deciding on a permanent device. 

Physical Therapy involves exercises and manual techniques to enhance mobility and function. Conducted by licensed therapists, it includes personalized exercises, manual therapy, and education. It treats various conditions such as injuries, chronic pain, neurological disorders, and post-surgical recovery. Benefits include improved mobility, reduced pain, disability prevention, and better physical performance. 

Regenerative medicine focuses on creating methods to regenerate, repair, or replace damaged or diseased cells, organs, or tissues. This field includes treatments like stem cell therapy, platelet-rich plasma injections, and tissue engineering. It addresses conditions such as arthritis, spinal cord injuries, heart disease, and degenerative nerve diseases. Benefits include the potential to heal previously irreparable tissues, reduce pain, and improve function. 

Vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that stabilizes spinal compression fractures. During the procedure, a special cement mixture is injected through a hollow needle into the fractured vertebra. It's primarily used for osteoporotic spinal compression fractures. Benefits include significant pain relief, improved mobility, and prevention of further vertebral collapse. 

This therapy involves implanting a device that sends electrical signals to the dorsal root ganglion in the spine to manage chronic pain. The procedure surgically places electrodes connected to a battery, targeting the nerve clusters responsible for pain. It's used for conditions like complex regional pain syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and other neuropathic pain issues. Benefits include significant pain relief, enhanced quality of life, and less dependence on medication. 

These injections target painful muscle knots called trigger points by injecting medication directly into them. A small needle delivers a local anesthetic, saline, or corticosteroid into the trigger point. Trigger point injections are used to treat muscle groups in the arms, legs, lower back, and neck, and conditions like fibromyalgia and tension headaches. Benefits include immediate pain relief, improved mobility, and relaxation of muscle knots. 

This procedure involves injecting a local anesthetic and steroid to reduce inflammation and pain in a specific nerve root. A needle is guided to the nerve root using fluoroscopy, and the medication is injected. It’s used to treat conditions like radicular pain, sciatica, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis. Benefits include rapid pain relief and improved mobility, which can help diagnose the pain source. 

Back pain is a common issue marked by discomfort in any part of the back, often due to muscle or ligament strain. Causes include poor posture, improper lifting, aging, arthritis, osteoporosis, and herniated discs. Symptoms can range from muscle aches and stabbing pain to limited flexibility and difficulty standing upright. 

Medication management involves monitoring, optimizing, and ensuring the safe use of medications to treat a patient's health condition. It includes assessing medication effectiveness, checking for interactions, and adjusting dosages as needed. This process is crucial for managing conditions like chronic pain, hypertension, diabetes, and depression. 

This procedure reduces pressure on spinal nerves by removing disc material through a needle. Under imaging guidance, a needle is inserted into the disc, and a device extracts small portions of the disc. It’s designed to treat disc herniations, bulging discs, and sciatica when conservative treatments fail. Being minimally invasive and outpatient, it offers reduced recovery time compared to major spine surgery. 

Back pain is a common issue marked by discomfort in any part of the back, often due to muscle or ligament strain. Causes include poor posture, improper lifting, aging, arthritis, osteoporosis, and herniated discs. Symptoms can range from muscle aches and stabbing pain to limited flexibility and difficulty standing upright. 

Compression fractures occur when vertebrae collapse, often due to bone density loss or injury. Causes include osteoporosis, trauma from falls or accidents, and rarely, tumors. Symptoms may involve sudden, severe back pain, worsening pain with standing or walking, and a loss of height. 

Arthritis pain arises from inflammation and damage within the joints and can be linked to various forms of arthritis. It is often caused by wear and tear, immune system dysfunction, infections, or a combination of these factors. Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, redness, and reduced range of motion. 

Headaches are common discomforts in the head, whereas migraines are a specific type characterized by severe, throbbing pain, often on one side. They can be triggered by stress, lack of sleep, dehydration, certain foods or drinks, hormonal changes, or sensory stimuli like bright lights. Symptoms include moderate to severe pain, nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, and, in migraines, visual disturbances known as aura. 

A herniated disc occurs when the soft interior of a spinal disc pushes through a crack in its tough exterior, often leading to nerve irritation. Causes include age-related wear and tear, improper lifting, excessive body weight, or repetitive strenuous activities. Symptoms may include localized back or neck pain, radiating pain in arms or legs, and numbness or tingling in the areas served by affected nerves. 

Knee pain is any discomfort or ache in or around the knee joint, which can range from mild to severe. Common causes include injuries, arthritis, cartilage damage, dislocated kneecap, or ligament tears. Symptoms that may need attention include persistent or severe pain, swelling, stiffness, instability, or difficulty fully straightening the knee.