How We Treat Pain
The underlying idea behind most interventional procedures is that there is a structure in the body, with a nerve supply, which is generating pain. Our goal is to precisely inject medication or perform therapies so that we can:
- Diagnose or identify the source of the problem and then
- Treat the problem.
To make the injection precisely where we want to, we use fluoroscopy. The use of fluoroscopy ensures that the needle is placed exactly where we want it to be, so that the medication reaches the appropriate spot and only the appropriate spot. In this way, with the use of precision, minimally invasive procedures, we are able to maximize the success of your procedures.
In order for a structure to cause pain, it must meet several criteria:
- It must have a nerve supply
- Stimulation of the structure should cause pain
- The structure should be susceptible to injury
By following these criteria, we are able to limit our injections to those injections that have a reasonable, understandable basis for helping diagnose and treat your pain.
At Pacific Coast Pain Management Center, Dr. Helm, and associates will use contemporary techniques to diagnose and treat your pain. If you live in the Laguna Hills or greater Orange County area, call today to schedule your consultation with one of our specialists.