Chronic pain has multiple causes ranging from sports injuries to the aging process to automobile accidents. The doctor’s first job will be thus to determine the cause. They can then put together a treatment plan that can include chiropractic, physical therapy, various injections, and even surgery.
What Is A Stellate Ganglion Block?
The stellate ganglion is a collection of nerves located in the neck around the vocal cords. It sends signals to the arms and face.
A stellate ganglion block is an injection administered to keep the stellate ganglion from sending pain signals to the head, upper arm, or upper chest. It thus relieves pain in those areas.
What Is Radiofrequency Ablation?
Radiofrequency ablation is a non-surgical treatment that treats chronic pain by using heat to destroy the nerves that are transmitting pain signals. After administering an anesthetic, the doctor will insert a thin and hollow needle into the treatment site. They will then send a tiny electrode through the needle, and it will emit radiofrequency energy. The effects can last for up to a year or longer.
What Is A Discectomy?
A discectomy is a surgical procedure done to treat chronic pain. The doctor will remove part or all of a herniated disc that is pressing against a nerve. A discectomy is most commonly done to treat pain that has radiated to the limbs. The doctor may recommend a discectomy if more conservative treatments haven’t worked after at least six weeks of trying, or if the patient has trouble standing or walking.
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