Pain management has changed drastically in the last decade. More pain physicians and specialists are offering interventional pain management treatments that are geared to stopping pain at the source. Given the severity of the opioid crisis and an increased focus on relieving chronic pain without narcotics, Interventional Pain Treatments are the more effective and safer option for long-term chronic pain management. Here are six benefits of using interventional pain management treatments.
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Stop Pain at the Source
These treatments target the source of pain to offer relief. Instead of taking oral medications that impact the entire body and brain, interventional pain treatments use injections or targeted therapies to impact or interrupt the source of pain.
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Reduced Use of Opioids
Opioids are effective for relieving pain, but they are also very addictive and dangerous. With the use of interventional pain management treatments, patients can use fewer opioid-based medications or completely stop using opioids altogether. This can help patients avoid addiction and reduce risk of opioid health issues or death.
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Quick Pain Relief
Many interventional treatments can offer fast and effective pain relief for chronic conditions. Some injections provide immediate pain relief or within a few days of the treatment.
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Long-Lasting Pain Management
Narcotic pain relievers only last for a few hours, but interventional pain management treatments can offer relief for months or longer. A corticosteroid injection can reduce inflammation and pain for months, while treatments like spinal cord stimulation may offer pain relief for years.
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Minimally or Non-Invasive Procedures
Most interventional treatments are performed through injections or needles, requiring only an outpatient procedure. These treatments can replace or delay more invasive, high-risk options like joint replacement surgery.
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Safer with Few Side Effects
Most interventional pain treatments are much safer and have fewer possible side effects than narcotics or invasive procedures, like surgery. Many people are able to use interventional pain treatment for years to control chronic pain without suffering from negative side effects or health issues.
At Wesley Chapel Spine and Sports Medicine every patient’s condition is unique and will be fully assessed by our Double Board-Certified Physician before a customized treatment plan is recommended. For more information contact us today at (813) 994-0151 to begin your path to healing!
