How Do I Treat Chronic Back Pain?

Chronic low and back pain can be debilitating, affecting every aspect of a person's life. Fortunately, there are several effective treatments available, including interventional therapies. These treatments involve the use of minimally invasive procedures to target the source of the pain and provide relief.

Chronic low and back pain can be debilitating, affecting every aspect of a person’s life. Fortunately, there are several effective treatments available, including interventional therapies. These treatments involve the use of minimally invasive procedures to target the source of the pain and provide relief.

 

One common interventional therapy for chronic low and back pain is epidural steroid injections. This involves the injection of a steroid medication into the epidural space, which is the area surrounding the spinal cord. The steroid helps to reduce inflammation, which can relieve pain and improve mobility. Epidural steroid injections can provide significant relief for many people with chronic low and back pain.

Another interventional therapy for chronic low and back pain is radiofrequency ablation. This involves the use of radio waves to heat and destroy the nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals from the affected area to the brain. Radiofrequency ablation can provide long-lasting pain relief, although it may take several weeks to feel the full effects of the procedure.

 

Other interventional therapies for chronic low and back pain include spinal cord stimulation and intrathecal drug delivery systems. Spinal cord stimulation involves the implantation of a small device that delivers electrical impulses to the spinal cord, which can interrupt the pain signals and provide relief. Intrathecal drug delivery systems involve the implantation of a pump that delivers pain medication directly to the spinal cord, which can provide more targeted pain relief with fewer side effects.

Chronic back pain can limit your ability to move comfortably and prevent you from enjoying your normal recreational activities.

In conclusion, interventional therapies can be an effective option for treating chronic low and back pain. These minimally invasive procedures can provide targeted relief for the source of the pain, allowing for improved mobility and quality of life. It is important to work with a healthcare professional to determine the most appropriate interventional therapy for your specific condition and to ensure that the procedure is performed by a qualified and experienced practitioner. With the right treatment, it is possible to manage chronic low and back pain and enjoy a full and active life.

If you are looking for pain management services, we are here to help. We offer personalized and effective solutions for various types of pain, such as chronic, acute, or neuropathic. Whether you need medication, therapy, or alternative treatments, we can provide you with the best options for your situation. If you have any questions or want to schedule a consultation, please contact us today. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you live a pain-free life.

 

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DR. MELANIE D. JOHANSSON, MD, FACEP

Dr. Johansson comes to us as a fellowship-trained and board-certified pain management specialist with nearly a decade of experience. She completed her fellowship training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD where she then became the associate program director of the pain medicine fellowship and an assistant professor of military and emergency medicine. She graduated from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond, Virginia, was Pre-medicine at San Diego State University, and received her BSN from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Her breadth of experience comes from a full career of serving in the United States Navy where she was the recipient of multiple academic and military service awards including a Meritorious Service Medal, three Navy Commendation Medals, and numerous other individual, unit, and campaign awards. She has multiple published works and is the founding member of a military Pain Medicine Special Interest Group with the American Society of Regional Anesthesia.

In her free time, Dr. Johansson enjoys traveling, is newly married, loves dogs, and enjoys cooking and baking, as well as other creative pursuits. She has a particular interest in advanced procedural techniques for chronic pain relief and the effects of lifestyle on pain and healing. She looks forward to continuing our mission of providing our patients with the best care, every day.

Eric Grigsby, MD, MBA

CEO & Founder of Neurovations

Dr. Eric Grigsby enjoys a national reputation for excellence in the field of Pain Management. He has a background as a researcher, teacher and clinician and brings over 30 years of clinical experience to the Napa Pain Institute. Dr. Grigsby attended elementary and secondary school in his hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee, and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and Economics from Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. He formed an interest in Pain Management as a career while working at Boston Children’s Hospital in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery.

After graduating from Boston University Medical School in 1984, Dr. Grigsby trained in General Surgery, Anesthesiology, and Pain Management at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He was invited to join the Medical Staff and teach at the Mayo Medical School until moving to California in 1989. The Dean of the University of California at Davis Medical Center then invited Dr. Grigsby to establish their first Pain Management Center, where he served as Medical Director until 1992. Following his post at UC Davis, Dr. Grigsby established his private Pain Management practice in Napa, California.

Today, he and his staff of over 50 professionals consult with patients throughout Northern California and the western United States.  More recently, Dr Grigsby completed his Masters in Business Administration from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. He speaks nationally on topics such as non-operative treatment of spinal disorders, the safe use of medications for the treatment of pain, and the legal and regulatory issues relating to the proper treatment of patients with chronic illness.