Pain Management

In India, over one-third of adults experience chronic pain lasting more than three months, predominantly affecting women and the elderly. Common issues include untreated back and neck pain, arthritis, neuralgic pain, fibromyalgia, migraines, and cancer-related pain. 

 Why Relieve Pain?

Unmanaged pain can severely impact daily life and is linked to various physical, psychological, and social issues, becoming a significant health concern. Chronic pain can be debilitating and is now recognized as a disease in its own right, according to the WHO.

What is Pain Management?

Pain management, also known as pain medicine, is a medical specialty focused on alleviating suffering and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with persistent pain. This comprehensive approach includes a range of treatment options, from simple medications to advanced interventional procedures, alongside counseling and rehabilitation.

What is Interventional Pain Management?

Interventional pain management uses precision-guided injection techniques to administer pain-relieving medication directly to targeted areas of the body, often guided by X-ray or CT scans. These injections are commonly used in joints and spinal discs, potentially allowing many patients to avoid surgery.

What is a Pain Clinic?

A pain clinic is a specialized healthcare facility dedicated to diagnosing and managing chronic pain. These clinics typically adopt a multidisciplinary approach, empowering patients to take an active role in their pain management and overall well-being. Treatment options offered are minimally invasive, leading to quick recovery—often just a few hours—compared to the lengthy recovery times associated with surgery.

What Types of Pain Are Treated?

Pain clinics address a variety of chronic pain conditions, including chronic lower back pain, sciatica, neck pain, joint pain, arthritis, headaches, neuralgic pain, post-herpetic neuralgia, trigeminal neuralgia, fibromyalgia, migraines, and cancer pain.

What Types of Procedures Are Performed?

Common procedures include X-ray-guided injections to reduce inflammation in spinal structures affected by herniated discs. These procedures may involve epidural injections, percutaneous discectomies, and facet or sacroiliac joint injections. More advanced options, such as spinal cord stimulators and intrathecal pumps for painkiller delivery, are also available.

Do you know if these Procedures Safe?

Concerns about safety and side effects are common, but when performed by skilled and experienced professionals, these procedures are generally safe and well-tolerated.

Are These Treatments Successful?

When expertly executed using imaging guidance, these treatments can be highly effective. After procedures, patients typically undergo a rehabilitation program that includes relaxation techniques, home exercises, and lifestyle changes, resulting in excellent long-term success rates for most individuals.