Who Provides the Best Pain Therapy In NYC?

If you’re experiencing pain, you might be wondering:-

• What are the best treatments for pain?
• What are the main causes of pain?
• What are the risk factors for developing pain?
• What happens when I visit a pain doctor?
• How much does treatment cost?

The good news is that our clinic can help get you back to full health using a minimally invasive treatment approach. Our experienced pain doctors received training from Harvard and keep up-to-date with the latest advancements in pain medicine. Let’s now take a look at some of these innovative and exciting treatments.

What Are The Best Treatments For Pain?

So far, we’ve discussed why the best form of pain therapy in nyc avoids the use of invasive procedures and narcotics. Instead, a board certified pain doctor at our friendly pain clinic can provide you with the latest non-invasive treatments for pain. Let’s now take a look at some of the most popular treatments for pain in New York City.

• Steroid injections – steroid medicine is far more powerful than over the counter pain medications. Steroid injections are one of the most popular treatments for pain because they can target the root cause of pain and have zero down time. During this procedure, a pain doctor injects corticosteroid medicine directly into the area of pain. This reduces inflammation and pain in the affected area in a quick and easy way. Some individuals can receive 2 – 3 steroid injections for maximum effect.

• Radiofrequency ablation – radiofrequency ablation is a treatment option for individuals wanting to avoid steroid medicine. Radiofrequency ablation describes when a pain doctor transmits small currents of radiofrequency energy near the area of pain. The nerves in this area are heated up by the radiofrequency energy. Once the nerves are heated up, they become deactivated. This means the nerves are unable to send pain signals from the area of pain to the  brain. As a result, long-term pain relief is achieved without the use of steroids or narcotics.

• Platelet rich plasma injections – platelet rich plasma injections combine a holistic approach to health care with one of the latest advancements in pain technology. A pain doctor injects a high concentration of your blood platelets into the area of pain. These platelets encourage the growth of healthy new cells and tissues in the affected area. Prp treatment is an innovative treatment for pain because it uses your body’s own healing abilities to target specific pain issues.

• Nerve block – pain physicians can inject local anesthetic to ‘block’ pain signals from being sent to the brain. A nerve block is a safe and highly effective way to benefit from instant and long-term pain relief.

• Physical therapy – top pain doctors recommend working with physical therapists during your treatment plan. Your physical therapist will provide you with specific exercises that increase the strength, flexibility and mobility of particular joints in the body. Minimally invasive procedures in combination with physical therapy are a safe and healthy form of pain therapy in nyc.

What Are The Main Causes Of Pain?

Now that we’ve looked at the best treatment options for pain, you might be wondering about the main causes of different pain issues. If you experience any form of pain or discomfort, it is highly recommended you seek medical advice from a board certified pain doctor. Your pain doctor will spend time to fully understand the nature of your pain and may perform tests to better inform a diagnosis and treatment plan. However, if you leave your pain untreated, it could get worse over time or even lead to further health issues.

Regardless of whether you have hip, shoulder, neck, knee, back or hip pain, our pain doctors at The Pain Treatment Specialists will help you. Below are some examples of the main causes of pain that can be treated at our Midtown Manhattan pain clinic.

Neck pain:-

• Muscle strain – sleeping with poor posture or sitting at a desk all day can lead to an increased risk of developing muscle strain. It can lead to muscle spasms, neck pain and headaches.

• Cervical spinal stenosis – a herniated disc or bony spur can contribute to the abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal. This puts more pressure on nerves, leading to pain.

• Pinched nerve – this is also known as cervical radiculopathy. It describes when a spinal nerve is compressed and can cause pain in other parts of the body (shoulder, arm, hand).

Knee pain: –

• Arthritis – both osteoarthritis (wear and tear over time) as well as rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune condition) can cause inflamed, painful and swollen knee joints.

• Bursitis – the bursa are small, fluid-filled sacs around the knee joint. They can become inflamed when used too often. This is known as bursitis.

• Tendinitis – overusing the patellar tendon can cause tendinitis. Tendinitis is also known as jumper’s knee as it can be commonly found in athletes who use their tendon during intense training.

• ACL injury – the anterior cruciate ligament connects the shin bone to the thigh bone. It can be prone to tearing during athletic sporting events or training.

Back pain: –

• Arthritis – osteoarthritis (wear and tear over time) can cause lower back pain.  It can affect the facet joints as well as the sacroiliac joints in the spine, leading to inflammation and pain in the back.

• Disc herniation – a herniated disc is when the soft tissue between the bones of the spine is pushed out of place. This puts pressure on surrounding tissues and nerves, leading to pain.

• Sciatica – this is a sharp pain that starts in the lower lumbar and travels into the buttock, down the leg and even into the foot. It can be caused by a ruptured or bulging spinal disc putting pressure on the nerves.

What Are The Risk Factors For Developing Pain?

There are certain risk factors which may increase the likelihood of sustaining an injury or developing a condition at some point in our lives. These risk factors include:-

• Age – the natural ageing process increases the risk of developing conditions like arthritis and osteoporosis.

• Pregnancy – the increased weight gain associated with becoming pregnant can lead to sciatica and lower back pain.

• High impact sports – engaging in rigorous training can increase the likelihood of sustaining an injury, such as an ACL injury or tendinitis. Having rest days and spending time warming up and cooling down before and after sports is vital when trying to reduce the risk of sustaining an injury.

• Manual labor – certain industries (like construction or logistics) report higher incidences of injury. Repeatedly moving heavy objects increases the risk of pulling a muscle, tearing a ligament or putting strain on joints.

What Happens When I Visit A Pain Doctor?

When you visit our pain center located in the heart of the Big Apple, you will be welcomed into modern and friendly medical facilities. A member of our front of house team will take your insurance information and will answer any questions you may have. You will then meet your board certified pain doctor. All of our pain management doctors are double (and some are even triple) board certified and have trained with Harvard. You can be rest assured that our pain doctors have reached the highest possible levels of medical training and regularly keep up with the latest treatments for pain.

Your pain doctor will then spend time with you to fully assess the nature of your problem. They may do this by:-

• Taking blood tests to rule out other health conditions.
• Performing a physical examination of the painful area.
• Completing a verbal medical history by asking you questions.
• Ordering imaging scans (like X-Rays or ultrasounds) to gain a picture of the problem area.

Your pain doctor will use this information to establish a diagnosis and treatment plan. Your treatment plan will involve a recommendation for a minimally invasive procedure as well as physical therapy.

If you’re worried about your pain, please don’t hesitate to book an appointment with one of our experienced pain doctors. Our clinic is located in the heart of the Big Apple and has convenient transport links to Grand Central Station and Penn Station.

How Much Does Treatment Cost?

Now that we’ve explored the best options for pain therapy in nyc, you might be wondering about costs. At our pain clinic, our front of house team works directly with your insurance provider to help you receive treatment as quickly and as smoothly as possible. Our front of house team will also explain your coverage (as well as any benefits) before your treatment begins – this means you won’t be hit with any hidden costs! Being fully aware of how much your treatment costs (if applicable) ensures you don’t need to worry about prices throughout your treatment journey.

If you want to find out more, or are unsure about your insurance coverage, please don’t hesitate to call us on: (646) 493-2993.