Image Guided Injection Therapies
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Epidural/Spinal Injections
Epidural or spinal injections involve the administration of anti-inflammatory medications, such as corticosteroids, directly into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord. These injections are used to relieve pain caused by conditions like herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or sciatica by reducing inflammation around compressed nerves. Often performed under fluoroscopic guidance for precision, these injections provide significant relief for both acute and chronic back pain.
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Large and Small Joint Injections
Joint injections deliver medications, usually corticosteroids, directly into inflamed joints such as the knee, hip, shoulder, or smaller joints like the fingers or wrists. These injections help reduce pain and inflammation caused by arthritis, bursitis, or other joint disorders. By targeting the affected joint, the treatment provides localized pain relief and improved mobility, offering relief for both degenerative and inflammatory joint conditions.
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Tendon Injections
Tendon injections are used to treat pain and inflammation in tendons due to conditions such as tendinitis or tendonosis. Medications, such as corticosteroids or regenerative substances like platelet-rich plasma (PRP), are injected into or around the inflamed tendon to reduce swelling and promote healing. Tendon injections are commonly used for conditions affecting the Achilles tendon, rotator cuff, or elbow tendons (e.g., tennis elbow).
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Nerve Blocks
Nerve blocks are injections that target specific nerves or groups of nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals. A local anesthetic or corticosteroid is injected to temporarily "block" the pain pathway, providing relief for conditions like neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), or post-surgical pain. Nerve blocks can be diagnostic or therapeutic, and they help pinpoint the source of pain while offering immediate relief.
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Regenerative Therapies
Regenerative therapies, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell injections, aim to promote the body's natural healing processes. These therapies involve injecting concentrated growth factors or stem cells into damaged tissues to regenerate and repair them. Used for conditions such as joint degeneration, tendon injuries, and osteoarthritis, regenerative therapies are a cutting-edge option that promotes long-term tissue repair and pain reduction without surgery.
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Trigger Point Injections
Trigger point injections treat painful areas of muscle, known as trigger points, that cause localized or referred pain. A small amount of anesthetic or corticosteroid is injected directly into the trigger point to relax the muscle and alleviate pain. Commonly used to treat conditions like myofascial pain syndrome, these injections provide immediate relief and improve muscle function, reducing pain and stiffness in affected areas.
