Pain Management Clinic

Pain Management Clinic

Overview

At Heritage IMS Hospital,Pain Management Clinic offers comprehensive, personalized care for individuals suffering from acute and chronic pain. We understand that pain—whether due to injury, surgery, nerve damage, or a long-term condition—can significantly affect your daily life and mental well-being. Our multidisciplinary team includes pain specialists, physiotherapists, neurologists, and psychologists who work together to provide evidence-based, non-opioid and opioid treatments tailored to your specific needs.

What is Pain Management?

Pain management is a specialized medical approach focused on diagnosing, treating, and controlling various types of pain. It goes beyond temporary relief and aims to address the underlying causes, improve function, and enhance quality of life. Pain may be categorized as:

• Acute Pain: Sudden onset, short-term (e.g., injury, surgery)
  
• Chronic Pain: Lasting longer than 3 months, often persistent (e.g., arthritis, back pain, neuropathy)
  
• Neuropathic Pain: Caused by nerve damage or malfunction
  
• Inflammatory Pain: Resulting from conditions like arthritis or autoimmune disorders
  

Causes of Pain

Pain can arise from a variety of physical and neurological conditions. Common causes include:

Musculoskeletal Causes

• Muscle strain and sprains
  
• Degenerative disc disease
  
• Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
  
• Herniated discs
  
• Postural imbalances
  

Neurological Causes

• Nerve injuries
  
• Sciatica
  
• Diabetic neuropathy
  
• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  
• Trigeminal neuralgia
  

Post-Surgical or Traumatic Causes

• Surgical incision pain
  
• Fractures or dislocations
  
• Whiplash injuries
  
• Scar tissue formation
  

Medical Conditions

• Fibromyalgia
  
• Cancer-related pain
  
• Endometriosis
  
• Migraine or cluster headaches
  
• Chronic pelvic or abdominal pain
  

Conditions We Treat

Our clinic addresses a wide spectrum of pain-related conditions, including:

• Back and Neck Pain
  
• Joint Pain (shoulder, knee, hip)
  
• Sciatica and Radiculopathy
  
• Post-operative Pain
  
• Cancer Pain
  
• Migraine and Tension Headaches
  
• Sports Injuries
  
• Neuropathic Pain Disorders
  
• Myofascial Pain Syndrome
  
• Chronic Pelvic Pain (in women)
  

Symptoms of Chronic Pain

While pain itself is the primary symptom, it is often accompanied by other physical and psychological symptoms:

• Persistent or intermittent discomfort
  
• Burning, stabbing, or shooting sensations
  
• Tingling or numbness
  
• Muscle weakness or stiffness
  
• Sleep disturbances
  
• Anxiety or depression
  
• Fatigue and reduced activity levels
  
• Limited mobility or range of motion
  

Treatment Options at Our Clinic

Our treatment plans are tailored to the type, severity, and underlying cause of your pain. We follow a multimodal approach, combining multiple therapies for optimal results.

1. Medications

• Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
  
• Neuropathic pain medications (e.g., pregabalin, gabapentin)
  
• Muscle relaxants
  
• Local anesthetics
  
• Corticosteroids
  
• Low-dose antidepressants for nerve pain
  

2. Interventional Procedures

• Nerve blocks
  
• Epidural steroid injections
  
• Facet joint injections
  
• Trigger point injections
  
• Radiofrequency ablation
  
• Spinal cord stimulation (for chronic intractable pain)
  

3. Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

• Therapeutic exercises
  
• Postural training
  
• Joint mobilization
  
• Electrotherapy (TENS, ultrasound therapy)
  
• Ergonomic advice
  

4. Alternative and Behavioral Therapies

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  
• Stress management techniques
  
• Yoga and mindfulness-based pain relief
  
• Acupuncture (where applicable)
  

5. Multidisciplinary Pain Programs

For chronic pain, we offer integrated programs combining medical, physical, and psychological care.