Pain Management is a topic that many people have concerns about in how it is treated by a physician. And how it is controlled while not becoming an addiction problem. We at On Call Medical Clinic offer pain management services for many types of conditions that require a doctor’s help to relive the pain. From headaches to back pains we can help you get relieve while controlling the medications used for the pain.
There are many different treatments that are as diverse as the cause for the ailment, Some over the counter medicines are effective. But treatment can be as complex as prescription medications to acupuncture techniques. There is not normally one single treatment that completely relieves the pain.
As early as 2015 the Food and Drug Administration asked that the labels included a warning that both prescription and over the counter medications could cause heart attacks and strokes. This risk increases with higher doses of the medication.
Below are a couple of examples of how some medications can be utilized to control and relieve pain.
Nerve blocker medications can be used when a group of nerves cause pain to a particular organ or part of the body. Blockers however may not be the answer and could be too dangerous to use. Your doctor should advise you if this method is advisable in your situation.
Patient controlled analgesia is another method for pain management control. The patient pushes a button on a computerized pump. This way a patient can administer a premeasured dose of pain medicine. The pump is connected to a small tube that allows medicine to be injected intravenously into the vein or spinal area. This method is often used in hospitals.
There are many more techniques and treatments that are available to help relieve pain. Your doctor should investigate various options that should help.
But one thing is most important as you attempt to relieve the pain, you need to be certain that you are not becoming dependent on any type of medication that could become addictive. Ask your doctor as many questions as needed to ensure that whatever technique he utilizes and whatever medications are being used are correct. That you are not deceived with false hopes about results. And when it is time to back off the dosage or even completely stop the medications.
We hope this information was helpful. We at On Call Medical Clinic want to help you in any way we can while looking out for your overall health. Please set up an appointment with one of our staff to discuss your pain situation. Please call us at 228 818-5155 to schedule an appointment. Also, please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to learn more about us and the medical services we offer.