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spine and joint pain, and decreased mobility disrupts life
for many people. These problems may be the result of spinal
disc herniation, surgery, or joint degeneration. We offer
solutions to these problems in ways other than surgery.
Why
are most of our patients sent to us by their friends and
family?
I. Our treatment
is based upon the latest scientific studies in pain medicine.
II. Our concern
emphasizes not only pain relief but also a return to normal
function. Pain is treated via therapeutic injections while
function is addressed with manual therapy and exercise techniques.
III. Injection
therapy consists of fluoroscopy guided "diagnostic" nerve
blocks followed by radiofrequency treatment. One radiofrequency
procedure can provide pain relief for three to twelve months.
IV. The use of
pain medication and steroids (cortisone) is minimized.
Pain is
eliminated by restoring normal function. Treatment
methods include:
*Fluoroscopy
guided nerve blockade to make accurate diagnosis and restore
function of injured nerve.
*Radiofrequency
nerve ablation to treat neurogenic inflammation.
*Prolotherapy
to improve blood supply and strengthen ligaments and muscle
tendons.
*Needling and
infiltration taut muscle bands with local anesthetic to
help elongate shortening muscles and restore their normal
function.
*Botox injections
to relieve muscle spasms for a period of 3 to 6 months.
** Also Manual
Medicine, Physical Therapy, Acupuncture, and Hydrotherapy
are organic parts of the rehabilitation process.
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