Are you experiencing persistent pain that hinders your daily activities? A nerve block procedure may be the solution you’ve been looking for! Drs. Javier Placer and Ruben Rivera at Florida Spine and Pain Institute are board-certified Interventional Pain Management physiatrists skilled in administering nerve blocks. Their primary goal? Granting relief to those in pain. […]
Radiofrequency denervation, also known as facet rhizolysis, radiofrequency ablation, or radiofrequency neurotomy, is a medical procedure used to alleviate neck and back pain caused by issues in the facet joints. The spine comprises a column of vertebrae stacked on top of each other. Like hinges, the facet joints are paired between each vertebra, ensuring stability […]
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 […]
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 […]
