Treating Pain
Treating pain can be simple or it can be complex. An example of simple pain would be nerve root irritation from a herniated disc, with pain going down the leg. This type of problem can often be taken care of by simply providing an epidural steroid injection and physical therapy. Oftentimes, however, the pain does not go away. In these cases, a wide variety of skills and techniques may be necessary to treat the pain. These skills and techniques include:
- Interventional procedures
- Medication management
- Physical therapy or chiropractic therapy
- Psychological counseling and support
- Acupuncture and other alternative therapies; and
- Referral to other medical specialists
We need all of these skills and services because pain can be an experience of the whole person. Efforts to treat just part of you will not succeed. We need to look at you and your life with the goal of reducing your pain; improving your function and helping you get over this temporary period of disability. At Pacific Coast Pain Management Center, we tailor the treatment to meet your needs, using as few or as many modalities as you require.
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.