Wharton’s Jelly Injections for Joint and Spine Pain Relief
Advanced regenerative therapy for knees, hips, shoulders, and the spine If you’re suffering from chronic pain in your knees, hips, shoulders, or spine, and are looking for a non-surgical, regenerative treatment option, Wharton’s Jelly injections may offer the relief and healing you’ve been searching for. What Is Wharton’s Jelly? Wharton’s Jelly is a natural, gel-like […]
Quick Links to Pain Management Resources & ArticlesUnderstanding Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): A Natural Alternative for Pain Relief and Healing
If you’re dealing with joint pain, tendon injuries, or inflammation, your provider may have recommended a treatment called Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP). PRP is a natural, non-surgical option that can promote healing and reduce pain—without the use of steroids, medications, or synthetic substances. Here’s what you need to know about how PRP works, how it’s prepared, […]
How to Choose the Right Pain Management Physician
Empowering You to Take the Next Step Toward Relief If you’re living with chronic pain, finding the right physician can make all the difference in your care and quality of life. Pain affects not just your body—it touches your work, your relationships, and your sense of well-being. That’s why it’s so important to find a […]
Risk of Sleep Apnea Increased with Use of Opiate Medications
According to a recent article in Pain Medicine , Dr. Lynn Webster found that sleep disordered breathing was common in chronic pain patients taking prescribed opiates. There was also a direct relationship between central sleep apnea and methadone when combined with benzodiazepines. Opiates are used for severe and intractable pain in patients who have not responded to […]
Peripheral Neuropathy Diet
Many foods aggravate peripheral neuropathy. Foods like gluten, refined grains, added sugar, saturated fat, and alcohol can all cause damage to peripheral nerves. Gluten: If you have a gluten allergy, celiac disease, consumption of gluten can trigger or worsen your symptoms. Common sources of gluten include all food containing white, wheat, cake, or baking flour. Look […]
Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Currently there are an estimated 10 million people in the United States that suffer from knee osteoarthritis. It is one of the most common causes of disability in the United States. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, osteoarthritis of the knee is one of the five leading causes of disability among both men and women. […]
Cost Effective Treatment of Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS), when combined with conventional medication management , is a cost-effective approach to treating pain resulting from a failed back surgery. The use of Spinal Cord Stimulation has been shown to decrease the medication costs associated with chronic opioid therapy, according to a study presented to the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research in 2013.The […]