Are you looking for ways to manage your pain? Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain or occasional discomfort, it’s important to reduce your pain. At Care Medical Center, we understand how debilitating pain can be. So we’ve put together a list of pain management tips to help you manage your symptoms. Read on to learn easy ways to reduce pain and improve your quality of life.
Pain is an experience that can vary greatly in intensity and duration, ranging from mild aches to severe agony. It can also be classified into different types depending on the source and nature of the pain. The most common types of pain include acute, chronic, neuropathic, and psychogenic pain.
The Different Types of Pain
Acute pain is typically short-term and caused by an injury or illness. It is often described as sharp, stabbing, or throbbing pain and usually subsides once the injury has healed or the illness has been treated.
Chronic pain, however, is long-lasting pain that persists despite treatment or healing. A wide range of conditions, including arthritis, nerve damage, fibromyalgia, and various injuries, can cause it.
Neuropathic pain is caused by damage or disease of the nerves, and it can manifest itself in the form of burning, tingling, or numbing sensations.
Psychogenic pain is mental health-related pain that often originates from unresolved emotional issues such as depression or anxiety.
Pain Management Techniques
Pain management is a multidisciplinary approach involving physical and psychological pain management techniques. The goal of pain management is to reduce or eliminate the amount of pain experienced and help patients gain better control over their condition. There are several different types of pain management techniques, including:
Medial Branch Blocks
These blocks are a type of injection used to help diagnose and treat neck or back pain. They involve the injection of a local anesthetic near the medial branches of nerves that provide sensation to facet joints, which can reduce pain signals from these joints. The effects of this block can last anywhere from hours to months, depending on the individual’s response.
Facet Blocks/Injections
This medication is administered into the facet joints to relieve low back or neck pain caused by arthritis, injury, or other conditions affecting these areas. These injections typically contain an anti-inflammatory medication and a local anesthetic to provide immediate and long-term relief.
Radiofrequency Denervation (Neuro-Ablation)
This method treats chronic pain syndromes such as sciatica and herniated discs by ablation (or destruction) of nerve tissue around painful vertebrae with heat generated from radio waves. This procedure interrupts nerve conduction and reduces the transmission of pain signals from the affected area(s).
Major Joint Injections, including Hip, Knee, & Shoulder
These injections reduce inflammation and relieve chronic pain in the hip, knee, and shoulder joints. These injections typically involve a combination of corticosteroids and anesthetic agents that are injected directly into the affected joint to provide immediate and long-term relief.
Hyalgan Knee Injections
This method treats knee osteoarthritis by injecting a viscoelastic substance called hyaluronan into the joint space. This helps to lubricate the joint, reduce inflammation, and improve the range of motion in those with arthritis-related pain or stiffness. The effects can last up to six months before needing another injection for continued benefit.
Book An Appointment Today!
We understand the importance of managing your pain at Care Medical Center. That’s why we offer a range of treatments that can help you find relief. If you’re looking for more effective ways to manage your pain, booking an appointment with us is the best step. You’ll meet with one of our experienced clinicians to discuss your individual needs and how best to manage your pain. Our team has a wealth of experience helping patients manage their pain and will work with you to develop a personalized plan that works best for you.
We offer various services, including pain medications, physical therapy, lifestyle changes, occupational therapy, and alternative therapies. We ensure you have the tools to reduce or eliminate your pain so you can enjoy life again. Please contact us today at (229)-241-8925 if you’d like to book an appointment with Care Medical Center. We’d love to hear from you and work together to help you manage your pain.
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