Announcing a solution when other traditional treatment plans for chronic pain–such as physical therapy, psychological interventions, nerve blocks, and surgery–haven’t worked. Spinal cord stimulators (SCS) are medical devices that use a low-grade voltage to stimulate malfunctioning nerves and interfere with the erratic pain messages sent between the nerves and the brain. Spinal cord stimulation […]
Month: August 2023
The benefits of integrating physiatry into skilled nursing homes
Pain is a universal experience, but for seniors living in skilled nursing homes, it can be a big problem that affects their quality of life. As caretakers and loved ones, it is important to understand pain management’s role in ensuring our elders get the care they need and deserve. Join us as we explore why […]