Chronic pain affects at least 10 percent of the world's population. For those afflicted, the pain complicates nearly every facet of daily life. Restoring a sense of order, control, and positivity to the life of someone suffering from chronic pain is one of the main goals of the branch of medicine known as pain management.

To understand pain management, we must first begin by understanding the effects of chronic pain. Pain becomes chronic when it persists beyond the usual recovery period or occurs alongside other chronic health conditions, such as arthritis.

Chronic pain may be on and off, or continuous. As a result, this highly prevalent condition negatively impacts multiple aspects of patient health, including sleep, cognitive patterns and brain function, mood/mental health, cardiovascular health, and overall quality of life.

To relieve chronic pain, healthcare providers first try to identify the root cause. If a source is not detected, they shift their approach towards managing the pain. Specialists manage pain depending on specific criteria such as: the type of pain, any detectable causes, age of patient, and overall health requirements.

The best treatment plans utilize a variety of strategies, including medication, lifestyle changes, and therapy. Some of the most successful treatments include, but are not limited to, epidural injections, rhizotomy, facet joint injections, Pulsed Radio Frequency Neurotomy (PRFN), spinal cord stimulation, acupuncture, dry needling, and cupping therapy.

Although pain management often proves difficult to navigate and overcome, Medistic Center’s qualified team of health professionals prides itself on it’s high success rate in treating and relieving chronic pain. Combining high end technology with years of experience in the field, the team is ready to take on even the most persistent cases.

Upon visiting Medistic Center, dedicated health professionals committed to providing the best possible specialty care safely and effectively assess pain and advise the most suitable treatment. The team ensures visits are welcoming and everyone who passes through the center is safe and cared for.

To learn more about pain management, book a consultation with one of our specialists.