Pain Management Doctor in Spartanburg, Duncan, and Greenville, SC

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Specialists in South Carolina

Carolina Orthopaedic & Neurological Associates provides expert pain management. Our program focuses on addressing pain caused by conditions related to nerves, muscles, and bones. Whether you are managing acute injuries or chronic conditions, our team’s goal is to deliver effective, non-surgical pain management solutions that help you regain function and improve your overall well-being.

Understanding Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is a specialized field of medicine that aims to reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance daily performance without surgical intervention. Our pain management providers use state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment techniques to create personalized plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs, allowing them to lead more active and fulfilling lives.

Non-Surgical Pain Management Treatments

Our approach to pain management includes a range of non-surgical treatments designed to target specific conditions and symptoms. Epidural steroid injections are often used to reduce inflammation around spinal nerves and alleviate pain. Facet joint injections relieve discomfort in the spine’s small joints, while hip joint injections address pain caused by conditions such as arthritis or injury. Medial branch blocks are an effective method to manage pain originating from the facet joints, and sacroiliac joint injections target lower back and pelvic pain, providing relief for conditions affecting these areas.

Epidural Steroid Injections (ESI)

An epidural steroid injection (ESI) is a minimally invasive procedure that can help relieve neck, arm, back, and leg pain caused by inflamed spinal nerves. ESI may be performed to relieve pain caused by spinal stenosis, spondylolysis, or disc degeneration or herniation. The effects of ESI tend to be temporary. Pain relief may last for several days or even years. The goal is to reduce pain so that you may resume normal activities and a physical therapy program.

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Facet Joint Injections

A facet injection is a minimally invasive procedure that can temporarily relieve joint or nerve pain caused by inflamed facet joints. Facet joints are involved in carrying weight through your back/neck and allowing motion of the spine including flexion, extension, and twisting.

Facet mediated pain is often felt as a deep aching sensation in the back or neck that is worse with movement.

Facet joint pain can be caused by numerous factors including arthritis, degenerative disc disease, falls and car accidents. Pain from the facets cannot be diagnosed by x-ray, CT scan, MRI or Bone scan.

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Hip Joint Injections

Hip joint pain is a common complaint and is often related to hip joint osteoarthritis. Commonly hip joint pain is experienced as a deep aching sensation in the groin that is worse with walking or standing.

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Medial Branch Blocks

A medial branch block (MBB) is a minimally invasive diagnostic procedure that can be used to diagnose facet mediated back and neck. Facet joints are in involved in carrying weight through your back/neck and allowing motion of the spine including flexion, extension, and twisting. Facet mediated pain is often felt as a deep aching worse with movement. Facet joint pain can be caused by numerous factors including arthritis degenerative disc disease, falls and car accidents. Facet joints send pain signals through two medial branch nerves. Pain form the facet cannot be diagnosed by x-ray, CT scan, MRI, or Bone scan.

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Sacroiliac Joint Injections

Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) Disease is one of the major causes of low back pain. The sacroiliac joint is located at the junction between the spine and the pelvis. The sacroiliac joint is a weight-bearing joint as the weight form the upper body transmitted down the spine, through the sacroiliac joint and into the pelvis, hips, and lower extremities. The sacroiliac joint is supported by many muscle groups and ligaments that are richly innervated by free nerve endings and spinal nerve roots. When there is inflammation to the sacroiliac joint the patient may experience intense low back pain. Patients typically complain that the pain associated with sacroiliac joint worsens when sitting for long periods of time or performing twisting motions.

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Who Can Benefit from Pain Management?

Pain management is suitable for anyone experiencing discomfort, whether short-term pain following an injury or surgery or long-term pain stemming from chronic conditions like arthritis, nerve damage, or spinal disorders. Our team works with patients of all ages and conditions to develop treatment plans aligning with their health needs and goals.

Types of Pain and Their Causes

Pain can vary significantly in its severity and underlying cause. Acute pain, which is often sharp and sudden, typically results from injuries or surgical procedures and resolves as the body heals. Chronic pain, on the other hand, persists for longer than six months and may stem from untreated injuries, diseases, or health conditions such as arthritis. Nociceptive pain occurs when injuries like fractures or muscle strains activate nerve cell endings called nociceptors, sending pain signals to the brain. Neuropathic pain arises from issues within the nervous system, often leading to sensations like burning, tingling, or shooting pain, even in the absence of injury.

The Benefits of Pain Management

Pain management offers significant benefits for both physical and mental well-being. While total relief from pain is not always possible, effective treatments can reduce discomfort, enhance mobility, and improve overall quality of life. Many individuals find that even a tiny reduction in chronic pain allows them to resume activities they once enjoyed and fosters greater independence and satisfaction.

Why Choose Carolina Orthopaedic & Neurological Associates?

Our pain management specialists at Carolina Orthopaedic & Neurological Associates are dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care. We prioritize understanding the root causes of your pain and tailoring treatment plans to your needs. Our team continually adjusts these plans to ensure optimal results, helping you achieve a better quality of life.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If pain interferes with your life and impacts your sleep, our team is here to help. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward living with less pain. With convenient locations in Spartanburg, Duncan, and Greenville, SC, expert care is always within reach. Let us help you find relief and regain control of your life.