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7 Essential Tips to Become an Ideal Pain Management Patient

https://youtu.be/QNObCVE96rw Ideal Pain Management Patient Pain management can be a complex and delicate process, but working together with your pain management doctor is crucial to achieving relief and improving your quality of life. As a pain management specialist, I understand the importance of fostering a strong partnership with patients. By following these seven essential …

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What to expect at pain management – how to be a prepared patient

What to Expect at Pain Management Clinic At some point in our lives, we all experience pain. Whether it’s acute or chronic, pain can be debilitating and impact our quality of life. If you’re dealing with persistent pain, your primary care physician may refer you to a pain management clinic. The thought of visiting …

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Pain Management Surgery Centers – are they necessary?

Our #1 recommendation for sciatica and neuropathy pains Across the country, Pain Management Surgery Centers perform interventional pain procedures daily. Some centers can perform 50 to 100 procedures in a single day. The reason they are done in a surgery center as opposed to in the office may be due financial incentives rather than what …

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4 Medications for opioid induced constipation – meds requiring a prescription

Try these OTC options first Prescription medications for opioid induced constipation Some medications for opioid induced constipation (OIC) may require a prescription whereas over the counter medications for constipation regardless of the cause usually do not. OIC is a common side effect of opioid use, which affects up to 80% of patients in our clinic. …

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The Ins and Outs of Narcotic Contracts: What Pain Management Doctors Want You to Know

What is a Narcotic Contract? A narcotic contract is a written agreement between a patient and their pain management doctor that outlines the rules and expectations for using narcotics to manage chronic pain. The contract is designed to protect both the patient and the doctor. The goal of the contract is to ensure that the patient …

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The Reality of Pain Management

Place text here For the past 20 years, I have been in academic and private practice. I have taught medical students, residents in training, as well as fellows completing their pain management fellowships. My partners and I started a private pain practice in 2007. We have seen it grow into to 6 locations and are …

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