If you live
in constant pain, you are probably searching for a pain treatment. Some pain
management centers realize that patients need a treatment plan that has been
customized to fit their diagnosis. This customization may mean that some
patients are undergoing a number of different treatments to help reduce the
overall pain in their life. Common pain treatment options include:
1. Injections
An injection is typically a liquid that is put into
your body through a needle in order to reduce localized pain caused from
injuries, arthritis, chronic disease and other medical issues. When it comes to
injections for pain treatment, there are a number of different options.
Depending on your pain, you may need a simple injection or an epidural steroid
injection.
2. Pain Pumps
A pain pump is a piece of equipment that delivers
pain medication. Typically it is inserted in your body and programmed to
release the medication over a certain period of time. Most often this type of
pain treatment is used for spinal or nerve pain.
3. Radiofrequency Ablation
Ablation is the surgical removal of tissue.Radiofrequency ablation uses an alternating medium frequency current to
generate heat that can remove dysfunctional tissue. It often considered a long-term pain
management option because it can target specific nerves.
4. Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) uses electrical current to
interrupt nerve impulses that cause chronic pain. Typically a pulse generator
is implanted where it can send pulses directly to the spinal cord. Again, this
type of treatment is a preferred option for the treatment of chronic pain.
If you
suffer from constant pain, you may not see the desired benefits from just one
of these pain treatment options. Using a combination of these procedures, you
may be able to find respite from the pain. Talk with an expert today to find
out what sort of procedures may be right for you.
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