.png)
.png)
Department of Pain Management & Rehabilitation
What to Expect With Integrative Pain Management
Whether you are recovering from an acute injury or dealing with a chronic, degenerative condition, our goal is to restore your quality of life rather than simply manage your pain.
Our integrative providers do a thorough assessment to pinpoint the exact source of your pain. Understanding the root cause of your condition is fundamental for eliminating pain and restoring bodily function.
In addition to a wide array of minimally-invasive services, we use a hands-on approach that ensures you play an active and central role in your treatment. We believe that patient education and empowerment are essential for long-lasting pain relief and prevention.
Biomechanics
Biomechanics uses specific exercises and movements to restore proper function and stability to the muscular and skeletal systems.
Osseous Manipulations
Manipulations guide your bones back to their proper location to relieve joint pain and tension. They are used alongside other treatments to address pain.
Acupuncture
During an acupuncture session, needles are carefully inserted in specific points on your body to alleviate pain by restoring the body's flow of Qi.
Gua Sha/Scraping & Cupping
Scraping and cupping are applied to your skin to restore the normal flow of Qi, increase circulation, and decrease muscular pain and tension.
Electric Stimulation (E-stim)
Electrodes are placed on the skin and transmits electrical currents that help to strengthen or relax the muscles and decrease pain.
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasound uses low-frequency sound waves to increase circulation to an injured area. It helps with faster healing and can break up scar tissue.
Nutraceuticals & Medications
Supplements and medications are chosen in specific cases to repair damaged tissue, manage pain, and speed up injury, surgical, and athletic recovery.
Perineural Injections
Perineural therapy uses a safe solution that is easily absorbed by the body and is carefully injected near the nerves to decrease inflammation and pain.
**Our providers use a combination of these services during your new patient, follow-up, or acute appointment.
Our Philosophy on Surgery
Patients often come to us seeking alternatives to surgery. While it is is necessary in certain cases, we often see that opting for surgery before trying less-invasive therapies can overlook the true source of pain and lead to unnecessary side effects.
Our evaluation will help you determine if surgery is the best course of action for you, and inform you on what minimally invasive (but effective) options are available to you.
When surgery is indicated, we implement pre-surgical and post-surgical protocols to improve outcomes, speed up recovery, and restore normal bodily function.
A Second Opinion You Can Trust
Patient education is at the core of our second opinion process. Our goal is for you to leave your appointment with a clear understanding of your diagnosis and feeling confident about your treatment options.
We understand that making major health decisions can be daunting, and we always take your personal preferences into consideration when helping you decide what avenue is right for you.
During your visit we will discuss your:
-
Medical history and physical exam findings
-
Prior labs and imaging (and order new ones, if necessary)
-
Naturopathic and conventional treatment options
-
Recommended course of action that is tailored to your situation and presentation