Injections: Medial Branch Blocks

Injections: Medial Branch Blocks WHAT IS A MEDIAL BRANCH BLOCK? A medial branch block is an injection of a strong local anesthetic on the medial branch nerves that supply the facet joints. The facet joints, also known as the zygapophysial joints, are part of the bony framework of the spine. They are small bony projections […]

Managing Chronic Pain: Activity

Managing Chronic Pain: Activity At First, pain may flare up during exercise. As your body becomes stronger and more flexible, it will be better able to relax, helping to relieve pain naturally. Exercise can help lessen pain. In some cases, exercise may help treat your underlying problem. Activity can improve your mood and your overall […]

Stellate Ganglion Block

Stellate Ganglion Block WHAT IS A STELLATE GANGLION BLOCK? A stellate ganglion block is an injection in the front of the neck, toward the left or right side. The “stellate ganglion” is a small bundle of nerves that carries “sympathetic”, excitatory nerve signals from the upper extremities. In some instances, certain injuries to the upper […]

Genicular Blocks & Radiofrequency Ablation

Genicular Blocks & Radiofrequency Ablation Medical Services WHAT IS A GENICULAR NERVE BLOCK AND RADIOFRQUENCY ABLATION The genicular nerve block and RFA are a proven and popular procedure to combat knee pain. The specialist interventional pain management physicians at Interventional Pain Solutions perform this procedure for treating patients with knee pain without surgery. Genicular Nerve […]

Epidural Steroid Injections

Epidural Steroid Injections WHAT IS AN EPIDURAL STEROID INJECTION? An epidural steroid injection is an injection of an anti-inflammatory steroid in the epidural space. The epidural steroid injection is not an injection into the spinal cord itself. The spinal cord and spinal nerves are in a “sack” containing clear fluid (cerebrospinal fluid). The area outside […]

Vertebroplasty

Vertebroplasty It involves the injection of bone cement into the crushed vertebral body, which stabilizes it and reduces pain by reducing movement at the fracture site. It is well established and straightforward to perform, usually as a day-case procedure. A newer alternative treatment is Kyphoplasty. Make an Appointment Today Your health is very important to […]

Transforaminal Epidural Injection

Transforaminal Epidural Injection This is an important adjunct to epidural steroid injection and the two are normally done together. If you have lumbar radiculopathy or cervical radiculopathy, you will probably also have one or more transforaminal epidural injections. Make an Appointment Today Your health is very important to us. Our goal is to reduce your […]

Stem Cell Injections

Stem Cell Injections Stem cell therapy treatments are unique because they help the body jump start the healing process. Stem cells are the body’s master cells. They are undifferentiated cells that have the ability to transform into a variety of different cells and replace dying cells, and the potential of rebuilding damaged tissue, muscles, tendons […]

Imaging Studies

Imaging Studies We may decide to order imaging studies to diagnose your condition or to help confirm our diagnosis. Xrays, Computerized Tomography (CT Scans), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) studies are the most commonly ordered imaging. Each of these have specific uses, advantages, and disadvantages. Xray: A Two-dimensional view of bony tissues. Advantages: Inexpensive, doesn͛ […]

Injections: Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Injection

Injections: Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Injection WHAT IS A SACROILIAC JOINT INJECTION (SIJ)? A SIJ is an injection of a strong local anesthetic on the nerves that supply the Sacroiliac joints. Sometimes, due to a variety of acute and chronic conditions, the SI joints can become inflamed. The pattern of pain is usually an achiness in […]