Millions of Americans are dealing with chronic pain every day, limiting their ability to live life to the fullest. Maury Reginal Medical Group (MRMG) Interventional Pain Management is reimaging pain relief with advanced services, including spinal cord stimulation technology — offering new hope to those dealing with chronic pain.
“Chronic pain can be overwhelming,” said John C. Welker, MD, a board-certified pain medicine physician at MRMG Interventional Pain Management. “Our goal is to provide patients with proven, innovative options that improve their quality of life. The spinal cord stimulation technology offers a targeted approach to pain management that many patients have found life changing.”
Chronic pain is a persistent condition that can range from a dull ache to a sharp, debilitating discomfort, lasting for long periods of time — sometimes years. It often affects the back, joints or other parts of the body and can interfere with daily activities, sleep and overall quality of life. Unlike acute pain, which serves as a warning of injury, chronic pain can continue long after the initial cause has healed, sometimes with no clear origin.
In addition to the symptom of pain, people may also experience symptoms of fatigue, mood swings and difficulty concentrating, which can lead to feelings of frustration, anxiety and depression. Managing this type of pain often requires a comprehensive approach, which puts focus on a healthy diet, exercise, emotional wellbeing and the support of medications and other treatments, like spinal cord stimulation. Treatment plans are personalized with medical guidance depending on your unique circumstances.
Spinal cord stimulation is a clinically proven approach to pain management that can give patients relief without the need for more medications. A small device — called a stimulator — is surgically implanted under the skin near the waistline on the patient’s back. It is connected to thin, flexible leads that are placed along the spinal cord near specific nerves. The stimulator sends mild pulses through the leads that interrupt the pain signals going to the brain. It can be personalized to each patient, and a wireless remote control can adjust the level of stimulation.
Additional services provided at MRMG Interventional Pain Management also include radiofrequency ablation, injections, nerve blocks and both surgical and non-surgical treatment options.
MRMG Interventional Pain Management is currently taking new clients. If you’re interested in learning more about spinal cord stimulation or exploring other pain management options with MRMG Interventional Pain Management, you’re encouraged to speak with your primary care provider. A referral is required.
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