PAIN MANAGEMENT
Minimally invasive solutions for chronic and acute pain.
Minimally invasive solutions for chronic and acute pain.
Managing pain effectively is a vital part of orthopedic care. At Louisiana Orthopedic Surgery Center, our outpatient pain management specialists provide advanced treatments like image-guided injections, nerve blocks, and minimally invasive procedures — all designed to reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve your quality of life without the need for overnight stays.
Epidural steroid injections are used to reduce inflammation and relieve pain in the spine, often for conditions like herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or sciatica. During the procedure, a steroid medication is injected into the epidural space around the spinal cord and nerves. It is usually performed with the help of X-ray guidance (fluoroscopy) to ensure the injection is placed correctly.
Facet joint injections are used to diagnose and treat pain coming from the small joints along the spine. They involve injecting a mixture of steroid medication and anesthetic directly into the facet joint to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. These injections are often guided by imaging for accuracy.
A nerve block is a procedure where an anesthetic or steroid is injected near a specific nerve or group of nerves to block pain signals. It can be used to diagnose the source of pain or provide long-term relief for conditions like arthritis, injury, or surgery recovery.
Vertebrogenic chronic low back pain is caused by damage to the vertebral endplates in the spine, often due to wear and tear from everyday activities. This pain is typically felt in the middle of the lower back and worsens with certain movements. One treatment option is the Intracept® Procedure, a minimally invasive, implant-free procedure designed to reduce pain while preserving spine structure.
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure used to reduce chronic pain. It works by using heat from radio waves to target and destroy specific nerves that are sending pain signals to the brain. RFA is often used for conditions like arthritis of the spine, and is typically guided by imaging for precise placement.
Spinal cord stimulation is a treatment for chronic pain that uses a small device to send electrical signals to the spinal cord. These signals interfere with pain signals before they reach the brain, helping to reduce the feeling of pain. The device is implanted under the skin, and the stimulation can be adjusted to meet the patient’s needs.
The SI joint (Sacroiliac joint) is where the spine meets the pelvis, providing stability and supporting the upper body’s weight. When this joint becomes inflamed or moves abnormally, it can cause pain in the lower back, buttocks, or hips. A common surgical procedure to treat this condition is SI joint fusion, where the bones of the joint are fused to stabilize it and reduce pain, usually after conservative treatments fail.
