The spine is a complex and remarkable part of our human anatomy. Made of bones, tendons, muscles, and nerves, our spines keep us upright, while providing incredible amounts of flexibility. However, like most parts of our human bodies, we generally take what we have for granted. That is, until we experience a feeling that something just isn’t quite right. Spinal issues can cause discomfort and even pain in areas like the neck, back, and lower back. Many different incidents can cause painful aches, such as accidents, or simply just the realities of getting older.

There are many different treatments available to help ease, and permanently heal spinal aches. At Florida Pain Center in Miramar, we know not everyone wants to go the medical route, as many feel they don’t want to rely on overmedicating themselves with prescription pain killers. However, there are different treatment options that are not only minimally invasive, but also make an impact that will last.

IDET (Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy) – A newer outpatient procedure with local anesthesia for those experiencing lower back pain due to a disc-related issues

Trigger Point Injections – This reduces pain and discomfort due to knots that have formed. Many times, these are knots are the ones that can be felt when given a massage, or when an area is especially tender. This is a very quick procedure.

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) – PRP allows healing through withdrawing blood from the patient and rehoming those platelets to areas in the body that are in pain.
Platelets act as a natural healer.

Sacroiliac Joint Steroid Injection – Arthritis has over approximately 54 million victims in the United States. When arthritis finds it’s way to the sacroiliac joint, this can be extremely painful. This option injects a steroid liquid to minimize the inflammation and the swelling, therefore reducing pain.

Radio-Frequency Nerve Ablation – Also a pain reliever, this particular treatment uses an electrical current directed towards nerve tissues. Using radio waves, this heats up the area and helps reduce the outgoing pain signals.

Prolotherapy – A dextrose solution is injected into the painful area. This creates inflammation near the discomfort, increasing blood flow. Whenever blood can make it’s way to a damaged area, the better the chances of natural healing. Usually this treatment takes 4-6 visits, but after those treatments have been completed, the results are clear.

There are other treatments we offer, such as Nucleoplasty, Medical Branch Block, Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection, Lumbar Sympathetic Block, Caudal Steroid Injections, Spinal Chord Stimulation, and many more. With over fifteen years of experience, we know what we’re looking for. The spine is not something to take lightly, as our dependency on the well-being of it’s functions are crucial. Our spine specialists have a versatile and vast understanding of spinal related pains, as well as what treatment options will help long-term healing and the total enjoyment of a pain-free life. Call today!