If you are experiencing chronic pain, finding safe and effective treatments can be the key to restoring mobility and improving your quality of life.
Whether you need advice on how to manage issues like arthritis or require long-term care for another painful chronic condition, the pain management team at Humboldt General Hospital will help you find the right treatment.
Pain management treatment options
HGH's goal is to provide high-quality care that is tailored to your health needs. Your HGH pain management specialist will talk to you about your treatment options and ensure you know the risks and benefits of each. They will then create a treatment plan that meets your health goals and is safe for you.
Our pain management clinics offer a wide range of treatments, including:
- Prescription pain medications.
- Spine and nerve injections to treat back and joint pain.
- Spinal cord implants to offer direct pain relief.
- Kyphoplasty for spinal compression fractures.
- Radiofrequency (RF) ablations to block pain.
- Treatments for common musculoskeletal and sports medicine injuries.
Reviewed 2/21/2023
Sources
- American Chronic Pain Association. "The ACPA and Stanford Resource Guide to Chronic Pain Management." https://www.acpanow.com/acpa-stanford-guide.html.
- American Psychological Association. "Coping With Chronic Pain." http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/chronic-pain.aspx.
Chronic pain: True or false?
Chronic pain is any type of pain that lingers for at least six months. And there's no denying it can interfere with the quality of life and your everyday activities. But many treatments and coping techniques can help. How much do you know about chronic pain?
True or false: Stress can make pain worse.
True. Physical pain can cause stress. And stress, in turn, can make it harder to cope with pain. But reducing your stress may help you manage pain. Exercising regularly, getting plenty of rest and eating a well-balanced diet are some positive stress-busting techniques.
True or false: Positive thinking and self-talk can help make pain more manageable.
True. While good thoughts and optimism won't simply make the pain go away, they can make a difference. That's because, experts say, positive self-talk may help alter your perception of pain. Sometimes it's a matter of reminding yourself that you are moving toward feeling better and regaining a good quality of life.
True or false: Taking powerful narcotic medicines is the only way to treat chronic pain.
False. Other medications—and even nonmedication treatments—can often help people manage their pain. These include things like massage, physical therapy, nerve blocking injections and even surgical procedures. The options available to someone depend on the specific pain condition and other factors.
True or false: Taking part in relaxing pastimes can help you manage pain.
True. A positive distraction, such as a hobby, can help with pain management. Reading or listening to music are other ways to focus away from the pain. Connecting with other people—in person or online—can help too.
True or false: Sometimes you just have to grit your teeth and put up with pain.
False. It's important to speak up about your pain. Tell your provider how it feels—and how it affects your life. Does it keep you from sleeping, enjoying activities or doing daily chores? Work together to create a plan to address your pain. You don't have to deal with it in silence.
Chronic pain is a common problem that can pose many challenges. But it is also treatable or manageable. There are many ways to cope with pain—and live your life more fully.
Sources: American Chronic Pain Association; American Psychological Association
Patients with chronic complaints, like joint pain related to osteoarthritis, can also schedule appointments with our physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics to receive regular therapy or treatments. During those visits, HGH physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists will discuss all aspects of your health and ensure that you are receiving the best treatment possible.
Ensuring your treatment is effective and safe
Every patient is different. Our pain management team takes your medical history and health concerns into account when prescribing treatment for chronic pain. If your pain does not resolve as quickly as expected, we also revise treatment regimens to be more effective.
All of our pain management clinics incorporate comprehensive drug screenings and diagnostic tests and comply with Nevada's Controlled Substance Abuse Prevention Act. We try to ensure that prescription medication refills are taken care of within 48 hours.
Get help for chronic pain
Ask your primary care provider for a referral. Then give us a call at 775.621.5729 to schedule your consultation.