Pain Management

If you’re one of the more than 51 million Americans with chronic pain, consider professional pain management. At Reagan Medical Center, which has offices in Lawrenceville, Dacula, Suwanee, and Johns Creek, Georgia, the primary care team provides pain management services, including physical therapy, prescription medication, and injections. Call the nearest Reagan Medical Center office today to schedule a pain management appointment, or book your visit online.

What is pain management?

Pain management is a primary care subspecialty that treats acute and chronic pain. It uses non and minimally invasive measures to reduce inflammation, ease musculoskeletal discomfort, and restore mobility. 

The Reagan Medical Center team takes a conservative and integrative pain management approach. They work with patients one-on-one to develop personalized treatment plans that stop pain once and for all. 

What medical conditions can benefit from pain management?

The Reagan Medical Center team uses pain management to treat various medical conditions, including:

• Sprains and strains
• Broken bones (fractures)
• Motor vehicle accident injuries
• Arthritis
• Neuropathy (nerve damage)
• Multiple sclerosis
• Fibromyalgia
• Neck pain
• Back pain
• Joint pain
• Muscle pain
• Bursitis

Sometimes, the team recommends pain management for gastrointestinal conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

What happens during a pain management consultation?

Your Reagan Medical Center provider reviews your medical records and asks about your symptoms, including where the pain occurs, what it feels like, and if it worsens or improves throughout the day. 

Answer these questions honestly and provide any additional information you can. For example, tell your provider if certain activities make your pain worse.

Next, your provider completes a physical exam. They check your skin for redness and bruising, gently press on the affected area to identify sensitive spots, and order diagnostic imaging, like an MRI or X-rays. 

After pinpointing the cause of your pain, your provider develops a personalized pain management treatment plan.

What does pain management involve?

The Reagan Medical Center team tailors pain management to each person’s symptoms and needs. Often, treatment includes a combination of:

Medical pain management

Medical pain management uses prescription medications and injections to relieve pain and promote mobility. Common examples of medical pain management include corticosteroid injections, opioids, and anti-inflammatories. The pain management providers use the lowest dosage whenever possible and monitor patients regularly for adverse effects.

Physical therapy

Physical therapy uses stretches, strengthening exercises, and other modalities to improve your flexibility, strength, and mobility. This treatment approach helps you avoid pain medication and return to your routine quicker.

Alternative treatments

Alternative treatments like massage therapy, yoga, and acupuncture can complement your pain management efforts. The team doesn’t offer these services onsite, but it can refer you to a nearby provider who does.

Call the nearest Reagan Medical Center office today to schedule a pain management consultation, or book your appointment online.