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ArticleJul 28, 2023 · 2 min read

Comparison of the Risk Levels Between Multilevel vs. Bilateral Cervical Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injections

Interventional pain management procedures are an essential component of modern pain management strategies. They aim to alleviate chronic pain and improve patients’ quality of life. Among the various interventions available… Read article
ArticleJul 27, 2023 · 2 min read

Steroid Dosing in Interventional Pain Management Procedures: An Evidence-Based Approach

The use of steroids in interventional pain management procedures has transformed patient outcomes, enhancing both the quality and duration of pain relief. Steroids are known to decrease inflammation and swelling… Read article
ArticleJul 26, 2023 · 2 min read

Ultrasound-Guided Pulsed Radiofrequency of the Cervical Nerve Root for Cervical Pain

Cervical pain, often linked to cervical radiculopathy, presents a significant healthcare burden, with implications ranging from reduced mobility and quality of life to financial impacts for affected individuals. With conventional… Read article
ArticleJul 7, 2023 · 3 min read

Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections: Efficacy and Safety

Lumbar epidural steroid injections (LESIs) are a means of assuaging lumbar radiculopathy, which involves numbness, muscle weakness, tingling, or even pain radiating down from the lower back to the hips… Read article
ArticleJul 5, 2023 · 1 min read

Who Needs an EMG after an Auto Accident?

An electromyography (EMG) is a diagnostic procedure that assesses the health of muscles and the nerves controlling them. It can be recommended for someone who has been in an auto… Read article
ArticleJul 4, 2023 · 2 min read

Why You Need to See a Pain Doctor after an Auto Accident

Auto accidents are an unfortunate reality of modern life, and their consequences can range from minor fender benders to severe and life-changing events. Regardless of the extent of the accident… Read article
ArticleJul 3, 2023 · 1 min read

How a Pain Doctor can Treat Your Shoulder Pain after an Auto Accident

Auto accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, and one common complaint after such an incident is shoulder pain. Whether the pain is the result of a direct… Read article
ArticleJul 2, 2023 · 1 min read

How a Pain Doctor Can Help with Neck Pain after an Auto Accident

Neck pain is a common symptom experienced after a car accident, with many individuals seeking medical attention to relieve their discomfort. A pain doctor is a specialist who can help… Read article
ArticleJul 1, 2023 · 2 min read

Don’t Ignore Hip Pain After an Auto Accident: Why Seeing a Pain Doctor is Crucial

Hip pain is a common complaint after an auto accident. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including impact forces, muscle strains, or even seat belt injuries. If… Read article
ArticleJun 30, 2023 · 2 min read

How a Pain Doctor Can Help You with Knee Pain after an Auto Accident

Knee pain following an auto accident can be both debilitating and frustrating. Whether it is a result of direct trauma or a consequence of the forces involved in the collision… Read article
ArticleJun 29, 2023 · 1 min read

When Are Trigger Point Injections Indicated after an Auto Accident?

Trigger point injections (TPIs) are a common treatment for managing muscle pain, especially for those who have been in an auto accident. TPIs involve injecting a local anesthetic, saline, or… Read article
ArticleJun 28, 2023 · 2 min read

How a Pain Doctor Can Help Treat Whiplash: Alleviating Pain and Accelerating Recovery

Whiplash is a neck injury that commonly occurs during automobile accidents, sports, or other incidents involving sudden, forceful, back-and-forth movements of the neck. The resulting strain on the neck muscles… Read article