Pain Management
Pain management is a medical specialty focused on alleviating and controlling pain in individuals who are experiencing acute or chronic discomfort. The goal to improve the quality of life for patients by reducing or eliminating pain and its associated physical and emotional effects.
Pain can arise from various sources, such as injuries, medical conditions, surgeries, and chronic diseases. Pain management specialists use a multidisciplinary approach to address pain, considering both the physical and psychological aspects of the individual’s condition. S
KEY ASPECTS OF PAIN MANEMENT CAN INCLUDE:
- Assessment and Diagnosis. Pain management specialists assess the type, intensity, duration, and underlying causes of pain through detailed medical history, physical examination, and sometimes imaging or other diagnostic tests.
- Treatment Planning. Based on the assessment, a personalized treatment plan is developed. This may include a combination of medical, interventional, rehabilitative, and psychological approaches.
- Medications. Pain management may involve prescribing medications such as analgesics (pain relievers), anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants, and other medications to manage discomfort.
- Interventional Procedures. Some procedures involve the use of injections or minimally invasive techniques, such as nerve blocks, epidural steroid injections, joint injections, and nerve ablations, to target and alleviate specific sources of pain.
- Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation. Exercise, physical therapy, and rehabilitation can play a crucial role in managing pain, improving mobility, and enhancing overall function.
- Psychological Support. Chronic pain often affects mental and emotional well-being. Pain management may include counseling, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and relaxation techniques to address the psychological impact of pain.
- Alternative and Complementary Therapies. Techniques such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and mindfulness meditation may be incorporated to complement conventional treatments.
- Patient Education. Empowering patients with information about their condition, strategies, and self-care techniques are an essential component of our services.
- Collaboration. Our specialists often work in collaboration with other medical professionals, such as primary care physicians, surgeons, physical therapists, and psychologists, to provide comprehensive care.
- Monitoring and Adjustments. Moreover, pain management is an ongoing process. Specialists closely monitor the effectiveness of treatments and make adjustments as needed to achieve optimal pain relief and functional improvement.
Finally, pain management aims to enhance a person’s quality of life by minimizing the impact of pain on daily activities, sleep, mood, and overall well-being. It is especially important for individuals with chronic pain conditions, helping them regain control and lead more fulfilling lives.
OUR PROVIDERS
Carrie Bryant, PA-C
Andrew Coles, MD
Jared Erickson, PA-C
Jennifer Sorensen, PA-C
Stephanie Sphar, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
WHAT IS PAIN MANAGEMENT?
Pain management is a specialty of medicine that focuses on comprehensive management of conditions that cause chronic or extended periods of pain. These conditions often include arthritis, spine pain, nerve pain, chronic migraines, pain resulting from trauma, and many others.
Tanner Clinic pain management specialists employ several methods in the treatment of pain. This includes medication management through a variety of types, including anti-inflammatory, neuropathic, and muscle related medications. Secondly, the utilization of effective interventions including steroid injections, nerve blocks, and Botox to control pain and inflammation. This specialty is for the treatment of pain, not the treatment of addiction. However, if someone is interested in alternative therapies to pain management besides narcotic pain medications, a pain management specialist will be able to help.
WHAT DOES A PAIN MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST DO?
A pain management specialist is a licensed, trained physician in the management of conditions that result in chronic pain. Tanner Clinic pain management specialists use a variety of modalities through both interventions and medication management. The goal of pain management is to control chronic pain enough to allow improved function and quality of life. Our providers meet with patients often to review effectiveness and safety of treatment. Pain specialists will coordinate with other medical specialists as needed to make sure treatment is effective. MRI, x-ray, ultrasound, and other imaging may also be used if needed.
WHEN SHOULD I SEE A PAIN MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST?
If you have been experiencing pain for an extended period of time and/or your primary care physician is not able to help alleviate that pain, then it is time to see a pain management specialist.
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