Frequently Asked Questions

 On the first visit, a pain management doctor will ask questions about your symptoms. They may also look at your past records, your medication list, and prior diagnostic studies (X-ray, MRI, CT). It helps if you bring any prior, available studies (X-rays, CT scans, MRIs).

 If you have chronic pain, meaning pain that has lasted for over three months, your doctor may refer you to a pain clinic. If your pain is significantly affecting your life and daily functioning, you are more likely to be referred. If you’ve tried pain medication from your physician, or options such as massage and exercise, and you’re still in pain, it’s time to get that referral.

Chronic pain can have serious long-term effects on your physical, mental, and emotional states. When you ignore your pain and delay your treatments, you put yourself, your family, and your future at great risk. If left unresolved, pain progression can lead to irreversible psychological damage. That’s where we come in! Pain management can greatly reduce your pain for extended periods, and ultimately eliminate the need to intake pain medication. Treating your pain can restore your daily functionality, enabling the continuation of your physical therapy program (if needed). No need for complicated surgeries that carry additional risks and triple your recovery time. Pain management will improve your quality of life, mobility, sleep cycle, and your overall health.