Pain Management

Partnering with an integrative pain management specialist is one of the best ways to stop chronic pain or keep it from getting worse. At Greenwich Pain & Spine in Greenwich, Connecticut, board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain management specialist Christian Whitney, DO, offers high-quality pain management to adults, including spine and joint injections, spinal cord stimulation, and radiofrequency ablation. Call Greenwich Pain & Spine to schedule a pain management consultation, or book your appointment online today.

What is interventional pain management?

Interventional pain management uses minimally invasive treatments, like injections and radiofrequency ablation, to reduce or relieve musculoskeletal pain. It’s a safe, effective alternative to riskier procedures like orthopedic surgery.

At Greenwich Pain & Spine, Dr. Whitney takes a patient-centered treatment approach. Before developing a custom treatment plan, he completes a 90-minute, 360-degree musculoskeletal assessment, allowing him to make personalized recommendations.

Which health problems benefit from pain management?

At Greenwich Pain & Spine, Dr. Whitney uses interventional pain management to treat various health problems, including:

• Cancer pain
• Pain after surgery
• Pelvic pain
• Back pain
• Neck pain
• Shingles
• Muscle pain
• Arthritis
• Sports injuries
• Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
• Neuropathy

Pain management provides relief from primary and secondary headaches, including migraines, tension headaches, and sinus headaches.

What does a pain management consultation involve?

At Greenwich Pain & Spine, pain management begins with reviewing your medical records and discussing your symptoms. Dr. Whitney asks where your pain is, what it feels like, and if it’s worse during specific activities.

He completes a physical and a neurological exam, checking your skin for bruising and swelling, testing your muscle strength and reflexes, and assessing your ability to feel sensations. Dr. Whitney orders lab tests, including bloodwork, urinalysis, and diagnostic imaging.

After identifying your pain’s source, Dr. Whitney develops a personalized treatment plan. That plan emphasizes healthy lifestyle changes and minimally invasive measures.

What treatments does a pain management specialist provide?

At Greenwich Pain & Spine, Dr. Whitney offers various minimally invasive treatments to relieve chronic pain. He could suggest:

• Radiofrequency ablation
• Spinal cord stimulation (SCS)
• Epidural steroid injections
• Ketamine infusions
• Stem cell injections
• Occipital nerve blocks
• Sympathetic nerve blocks
• Trigger point injections
• Facet joint injections
• Sacroiliac (SI) joint injections
• Massage therapy
• Acupuncture

Most patients suffering from chronic pain benefit from a combination of two or more treatments coupled with healthy lifestyle changes. Dr. Whitney monitors your symptoms at regular checkups and makes adjustments as needed.

To achieve the best results, follow Dr. Whitney’s instructions, attend checkups, and commit to the treatment.

How long does it take for pain management to work?

The time it takes for pain management to work depends on the underlying cause of your symptoms and how severe they are. Most patients experience significant relief within two to four weeks of starting treatment.*

Call Greenwich Pain & Spine to schedule a pain management consultation, or book your appointment online today.

*Results may vary.