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When To Consider Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion

Trying to decide if it’s time for spine surgery? It’s not an easy decision to reach. However, advanced technology and minimally invasive techniques mean these procedures can come with fewer risks and faster recovery times. Keep reading to learn more.

Jan 2nd, 2023

3 Injections That Can Help Relieve Chronic Neck Pain

If your neck pain has grown from a minor discomfort to a chronic problem, it’s time to revisit your treatment options. One highly effective solution involves cervical injections. Read on to learn about several types and how they work.

Dec 1st, 2022

I Can’t Sit Without Pain: Do I Need SI Joint Fusion?

Chronic pain can make everything difficult, even sitting and lying down. So how do you know when minimally invasive surgery is the best solution? Here are a few considerations to keep in mind.

Nov 1st, 2022

3 Car Accident Injuries You Should Know About After A Collision

If you’ve been in a car accident, it’s usually safe to assume your body sustained some damage if your vehicle did. However, some injuries may not appear immediately. Here are three common problems you should be aware of.

Oct 1st, 2022

Low Back Pain Relief: 4 Treatments to Restore Your Spinal Function

If you’ve been struggling with an aching back, there’s good news. Whether you have acute or chronic problems, there are ways to find relief. It all starts with an expert diagnosis and personalized care that gets to the root of the problem.

Sep 1st, 2022

Fibromyalgia, Non-Pharmacological Treatment

Fibromyalgia is a highly heterogeneous condition, but the most common symptoms are widespread pain, fatigue, poor sleep, and low mood. This condition is unfortunately more common than is frequently realized.

Aug 17th, 2022

Placebo vs Nocebo

We all have heard of placebo response and depending on the nature of the test or treatment it could be a welcome phenomenon. Nocebo, from the Latin "I shall harm," is the dark counterpart to the placebo.

Aug 16th, 2022

The Cumulative Effects of MLS Laser Therapy

If you have acute or chronic pain, MLS Laser Therapy could help you get lasting relief. Read on to learn how MLS Laser Therapy eases pain by activating and supporting the healing process on a cellular level.

Aug 1st, 2022

How PRP Therapy Can Treat Your Pain-Related Condition

Did you know that it’s possible to relieve your pain by using your own body as medicine? That’s the power behind regenerative treatments, such as PRP therapy. If you have pain, it’s time to learn more about this game-changing approach.

Jul 1st, 2022

Relieving Your Back Pain with Radiofrequency Ablation

Do you have chronic back pain that hasn’t responded to conservative treatments or physical therapy? It could be time to explore radiofrequency ablation, a procedure that stops pain at the source. Keep reading to learn more.

Jun 1st, 2022

What Does It Mean When My Feet Start to Feel Numb?

Most people have had a limb “fall asleep” before, only to suffer through the pins and needle sensations that develop when it wakes up. However, if you find your feet or legs becoming persistently numb, there could be an underlying problem.

May 3rd, 2022

Why Is a Spinal Cord Stimulator Trial Necessary and How Does It Work?

No one wants to have surgery, so why do it unless you know it will help? That’s exactly what a spinal cord stimulator trial accomplishes: It tests the technology to make sure it helps you before surgically implanting it. Keep reading to learn more.

Apr 3rd, 2022

Treating Your Headaches with Botox

Most people have heard how Botox® can turn back the hands of time by erasing fine lines and wrinkles. But, did you know it also provides clinically proven results for chronic headaches? If you have migraines, here’s what you need to know.

Mar 1st, 2022

Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion and Its Advantages

Is significant back pain interfering with your quality of life? If your medical condition hasn’t responded to conservative treatments, spinal fusion could provide relief. Learn how this minimally invasive procedure works and its many benefits.

Feb 1st, 2022

How MLS Laser Therapy Can Treat Your Tendon and Ligament Injuries

Your tendons and ligaments play an essential role in stabilizing structures in your body and facilitating movement. That also leaves them highly susceptible to acute and chronic injury, but MLS Laser Therapy can help. Read on to learn more.

Jan 6th, 2022

The Different Classifications of Peripheral Neuropathy

Have you been told you have peripheral neuropathy? This general term describes more than 100 types of nerve damage. However, they all fall within specific categories. Keep reading to learn more.

Dec 5th, 2021

Understanding the Different Types of Spinal Injections

Are you overwhelmed by your options for relieving back or neck pain? Read on to learn about the types of spinal injections, and find out which one could be right for you.

Nov 10th, 2021

I Was Hurt in a Car Accident: Can You Help?

Car accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, from strains and sprains to broken bones. They can also trigger acute and chronic pain. Fortunately, a pain management specialist can help. Keep reading to learn more.

Oct 7th, 2021

Why Spinal Cord Stimulation Might Be Right for You

Do you have chronic back pain? Have you tried treatments after treatment, but nothing seems to provide relief? It could be time to explore spinal cord stimulation. The best part? You can try it out first to make sure it works.

Sep 6th, 2021

Joint Conditions That Can Be Helped With MLS Therapy

Are you struggling with acute or chronic joint pain? It could be time to try MLS® Laser Therapy. This cutting-edge treatment offers safe and effective results, and it’s a drug-free solution. Keep reading to learn more.

Aug 12th, 2021

A Closer Look at Your Peripheral Nerves

You’re probably familiar with your brain and spinal cord, the two primary parts of your central nervous system. But how much do you know about the nerves that make up your peripheral nervous system? It’s time to take a closer look.

Jul 18th, 2021

The Link Between Menopause and Spinal Compression Fractures

Anyone can fracture or break a bone in the spine. However, most fractures are due to osteoporosis, a problem more common in older women. Keep reading to learn more.

Jun 15th, 2021

3 Regenerative Therapies That Alleviate Pain Naturally

The problem with so many pain management solutions is their tendency to simply mask symptoms instead of treat them. That’s what sets regenerative therapies apart. Regenerative therapies relieve pain through healing. Read on to learn more.

May 3rd, 2021

5 Symptoms of Stenosis

Are you struggling with back pain that flares up with the slightest activity or movement? Do you find yourself leaning forward to ease your pain? These are just a few signs of a spinal condition known as stenosis. Keep reading to learn more.

Apr 13th, 2021

Understanding SI Joint Fusion

You may not have heard of the sacroiliac joint, but that can change quickly if it starts to act up. Learn how come this joint at the base of your spine can cause intense pain and how SI joint fusion can help.

Mar 14th, 2021

Classifying Peripheral Neuropathy

Your body contains an intricate system of nerves that send messages all over your body. Unfortunately, when this delicate network sustains damage, problems can arise. Keep reading to learn more.

Feb 1st, 2021

Treating symptomatic spinal stenosis with a MILD procedure. 

 If you experience trouble walking, standing, pain or numbness in the legs and is relieved by leaning over or sitting you may be suffering from LSS.

Jan 21st, 2021

7 Types of Spinal Injections

When you live with chronic pain, finding long-lasting relief can feel like a fantasy. However, an experienced pain management specialist can offer highly effective interventional options. Read on to learn more.

Jan 13th, 2021

Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for chronic and post-operative knee pain.

It is estimated that in the United States alone, up to 15% of patients who undergo a total knee replacement will experience joint pain that persists 2 –5 years after the procedure.

Dec 11th, 2020

What Peripheral Nerve Stimulation is and How It Differs From Spinal Cord Stimulation

Peripheral nerve stimulation and spinal cord stimulation are both implantable pain management therapies. But, even though they work in similar ways, they’re very different devices. Keep reading to learn which could be right for you.

Dec 3rd, 2020

What Causes Spine Pain?

Many things can cause spine pain. However, getting an accurate diagnosis can help you find relief fast. Here are a few things that could be to blame for your spine pain.

Nov 6th, 2020

Do you suffer from persistent shoulder pain following a surgery?

If pain associated with the suprascapular and/or axillary nerve is left untreated, the pain can become chronic and lead to allodynia (pain/sensitivity to light touch) and hyperalgesia (increased sensitivity to pain).

Oct 16th, 2020

Surgery-Free Treatments for Chronic Back Pain

Are you living with chronic back pain and worried that surgery is your only option? Advancements in pain management have made it easier than ever to find less invasive treatments to get relief. Keep reading to learn more.

Oct 12th, 2020

Do you suffer from Postherpetic Neuralgia after having Shingles?

If you’ve ever experienced shingles, you know of the burning pain that is associated with the rash. In most cases, pain persists until the rash has cleared up. About 20% of all people who get shingles will experience postherpetic neuralgia (PHN).

Sep 22nd, 2020

How Does a Spinal Cord Stimulator Work?

If you have chronic back or nerve pain that hasn’t responded to other treatments, it could be time to consider a spinal cord stimulator. These drug-free devices work by blocking pain signals. Read on to learn more.

Sep 14th, 2020

Epidural Steroid Injections Can Help Relieve Your Pain After a Herniated Disc.

As people tend to age, the annular rings around their discs wear out, making them more susceptible to rupture from everyday activities that require lifting or bending.

Sep 9th, 2020

Do you have Phantom Limb Pain?

Phantom limb pain is a condition in which pain is felt in a limb that is no longer there. Phantom limb pain affects 50-80% of all amputees.

Aug 22nd, 2020

Whiplash After a Motor Vehicle Collision

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries associated with a motor vehicle collision. It typically occurs when the vehicle comes to an abrupt stop, causing the neck to “whip” back and forth rapidly, resulting in injuries to muscles and tendons of the neck

Aug 13th, 2020

Stem Cell Therapy for Arthritis

It is estimated that 23% of all adults in the United States have arthritis, making it a leading cause of work disability.

Aug 8th, 2020

Can PRP Injections Reduce My Arthritis Pain?

Are you tired of arthritis pain keeping you from living your life? Stop masking your symptoms with risky medications and treat them at the source instead. Read on to learn how platelet-rich plasma therapy can heal your body from the inside out.

Aug 5th, 2020

Spinal cord stimulation can treat Peripheral Vascular Disease

At Advanced Pain Management Center, Dr. Vladimir Fiks offers minimally invasive SCS treatment which can be very effective in relieving symptoms associated with Peripheral Vascular Disease.

Aug 3rd, 2020

Treating Complex regional pain syndrome with Spinal cord stimulation

Do you have burning or throbbing pain in your arms, legs, hands or feet? This could be a sign of Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). Do not delay a consultation from your doctor. Call today to see which treatment is right for you.

Aug 3rd, 2020

The Remarkable Healing Power of MLS Laser Therapy

Laser therapy may sound like science fiction. However, this technology is changing lives. Read on to learn how Multiwave Locked System Laser Therapy® can provide significant pain relief without discomfort, risks, or downtime.

Jul 12th, 2020

Our Minimally Invasive SI Joint Stabilization Procedure May Be Right for You

Do you have pain in your lower back, hip, or groin? It could be a sign of sacroiliac joint problems in your pelvis. Keep reading to learn more about this common problem and how a minimally invasive joint fusion could help.

Jun 11th, 2020

Whiplash Injury, Common with Auto Accidents

What if we are asked this question - I was involved in auto accident and now have headaches and neck pain. I was diagnosed with whiplash and the adjustments were initially helpful but now I am no longer improving. What else can I do to get better?

May 28th, 2020

Vertebral Compression Fractures

If you develop sudden onset of back pain after a fall or even after a bout of coughing you may have developed spinal compression fracture. Don't delay, get evaluated by your doctor or call us at Advanced Pain Management Center, we may be able to help

May 22nd, 2020

Why Choose Spinal Decompression Therapy for Your Back Pain?

If you’re struggling with lower back pain caused by spinal stenosis, finding a long-lasting solution for this progressive condition is important. One such answer lies in spinal decompression, a minimally invasive procedure that restores pain-free movement.

Apr 23rd, 2020

Incorporating Physical Therapy with Injections

Incorporating physical therapy with injections After sustaining an injury, it is common to be referred to physical therapy to assist you in regaining proper mobility and to reduce your pain.

Apr 15th, 2020

Am I a Candidate for a Spinal Cord Stimulator?

If you’ve been suffering from chronic pain, and the usual treatments haven’t provided relief, a spinal cord stimulator could be the answer.

Mar 31st, 2020

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Dec 22nd, 2020

Back Pain and Normal MRI, is it possible?

I have severe back pain but my MRI appears to be normal. What are my options?

May 7th, 2020

Distinguishing between neuropathic and nociceptive pain

Distinguishing between neuropathic and nociceptive pain When determining an effective treatment option, it is important to work with your doctor in ascertaining the correct pain diagnosis.

Apr 15th, 2020

Allergies and their influence on chronic pain

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Apr 15th, 2020

Why Use Compounded Topical Medications for Focused Pain Relief

Why Use Compounded Topical Medications for Focused Pain Relief As interventional and pain medicine specialists, we are always interested in ways to reduce oral narcotics.

Apr 15th, 2020

Who takes care of the caregiver

Who takes care of the caregiver? In today’s world, learning to juggle work, family social activities and taking care of ourselves has become a crucial skill for everyone.

Apr 15th, 2020

Sleeping through the holidays

Sleeping through the holidays I’m not trying to suggest that you actually sleep through the holidays but rather that you learn ways which may help you to get a great night’s rest during the holidays.

Apr 14th, 2020