Interventional Pain Management
When it comes to managing your pain, you deserve customized treatment as personal to you as your pain. At Pain Specialists of Charleston, our experienced team provides interventional pain management techniques to help give you long-term relief to manage the root cause of your pain, and help you get back to feeling like yourself again.
So, reach us today to get started on reclaiming your quality of life and learn more about interventional pain management at Pain Specialists of Charleston.
CONDITIONS WE MANAGE
- Knee Pain
- Chest Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Back Pain
- Hip Pain
- Neck Pain
- & More
TREATMENTS WE OFFER
- Acupuncture
- Biofeedback
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Clinical Trials
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Discography
- Epidural Steroid Injection (including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar injections)
- Facet Joint Injection
- Hip Joint Injection
- Joint Injections (including knees, shoulders, and hips injections)
- Lumbar Sympathetic Block
- Medial Branch Block
- Medical Massage Therapy
- Neurostimulation (Spinal Cord Stimulation)
- Radiofrequency Ablation (Rhizotomy)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Stellate Ganglion Block
- Transforaminal Selective Nerve Root Block Injection
- & More!
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INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT VS TRADITIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT
| Aspect | Interventional Pain Management | Traditional Pain Management |
| Approach | Designed to target the source of pain | Only addresses pain symptoms |
| Methods | Focuses on minimally invasive procedures including steroid injections, nerve blocks, and more. | Physical therapy, over-the-counter medications, prescription medications, and more. |
| Effectiveness | Provides long-lasting pain relief | Provides temporary relief |
| Risks | Risk of addiction or dependence is low | Potentially risk of addiction to opioids |
| Root Cause Treatment | Aims to address/alleviate the root cause | May address or alleviate root cause or provide temporary relief |
| Expertise Required | Requires a pain management physician with specific training/expertise | Can be managed by primary care physicians or pain physicians |
| Examples | Injections – Epidural Steroid Injections, Facet Joint injections Epidural Steroid Injection, Caudal Epidural Injection, Hip Joint Injection Lumbar Sympathetic Block, Facet Joint Injection, Medial Branch Block, Rhizotomy, etc. | Medical massage therapy, stretching, joint mobilization therapy, taking Advil/Tylenol, prescription pain medication, etc. |
| Duration of Relief | Long-term or permanent relief in some cases | Short-term relief |
| Patient Suitability | Suitable for moderate to severe pain | Suitable for mild to moderate pain |
BENEFITS OF INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT
Interventional pain management is usually used when the ache is extreme enough to intervene with everyday activities including:
- Daily Mobility Issues
- Sports Injury
- Pain after an Accident (auto accident, slip, and fall, etc.)
- Accident in Workers’ Compensation Claims
- Pain as a Result of Medical History/Family History
- & More!
Interventional pain management can be beneficial by assisting in:
- Relieve Chronic Pain
- Reduce Pain
- Control Aches
- Blocks Nerve Pain
- Minimally Invasive Techniques
- & More!
WHAT WILL PAIN SPECIALISTS OF CHARLESTON DO FOR CHRONIC PAIN RELIEF?
At Pain Specialists of Charleston, our pain management physicians deliver top-tier care for a wide variety of conditions, including:
DAILY MOBILITY ISSUES
If simple daily tasks like sleeping, walking, typing, or other activities have become a struggle, our team offers the relief you need to get back to feeling comfortable with your regular, everyday tasks.
NERVE, MUSCLE, BONE & JOINT PAINS
Our pain management physicians give your pain the special attention it deserves to relieve your chronic nerve, muscle, bone, and joint pain throughout your body.
SPORT INJURIES
Our team works together to build an individualized treatment plan for athletes of all ages. We’re focused on helping you get back in the game as soon as possible
ACCIDENT INJURIES
If you’ve been in an auto accident or other personal injury accident, it’s important to receive proper care to manage the pain from your injuries. From spinal cord injuries to whiplash, we’re here to deliver the personalized care you need.
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Our pain management physicians have extensive experience in dealing with workers’ compensation claims in South Carolina. We help you find relief for your work-related pain so you can get back to feeling like yourself again.
MEDICAL HISTORY/FAMILY HISTORY
Our pain management team is well-versed in long-term conditions and injuries, as well as family history of chronic pain. We approach your unique needs with our experience and expertise to deliver treatment specifically designed to relieve your pain.
BOARD-CERTIFIED DOCTORS
Our board-certified pain management physicians are experts in their respective fields. Through a customized plan created specifically for your unique situation, our team will help you reclaim your quality of life.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING MY FIRST VISIT?
During your first visit with Pain Specialists of Charleston, our team will conduct a thorough evaluation of your condition, which includes going over your medical history and a physical exam to gain a better understanding of your pain problem. Your initial appointment will typically last approximately 30 minutes.
ABOUT PAIN SPECIALISTS OF CHARLESTON
At Pain Specialists of Charleston, our team is here for you.
We are a premier clinic focused on providing interventional pain management in South Carolina. We believe in getting each patient the relief they deserve, with a customized treatment plan as unique as their pain.
Our elite team of interventional pain management physicians includes Dr. Edward M. Tavel, a double board-certified physician, who brings in more than 20 years of specialty training in anesthesiology and pain management. Pain Specialists of Charleston’s team of skilled doctors and medical staff delivers genuine patient engagement and top-notch care utilizing advanced technology, plus same-day appointments for when you need pain relief the most.
Our office is open five days a week to help you find the relief you truly need for your chronic pain. Give us a call, stop by, or request an appointment online to get started!
MEET DOCTOR EDWARD M. TAVEL, JR., MD
- Over 20+ Years of Specialty Training
- Double-Board Certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Management
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WHAT IS INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT?
Interventional pain management is the treatment of chronic pain using injections instead of drugs. It provides a therapeutic benefit and can also help identify the root cause of your pain.
At Pain Specialists of Charleston, our skilled team of pain management physicians are certified to offer interventional pain management to help you find relief for your chronic pain.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PAIN MANAGEMENT VS INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT?
Pain management involves a team of healthcare professionals, typically including doctors, nurses, and physical therapists, who work together to create a comprehensive, customized treatment plan for your chronic pain. Your pain management plan could include a number of treatments, usually a combination of medications, physical therapy, and physiological support to help you manage your pain symptoms for a better quality of life. Pain management techniques also include behavioral therapy, acupuncture, medical massages, and more.
Interventional pain management utilizes minimally invasive procedures to actually disrupt pain signals. Interventional pain management treatments can include steroid injections, joint injections, epidural steroid injections, spinal cord stimulation, and others. These treatments can often help treat the source of your pain.
At Pain Specialists of Charleston, our elite team of physicians and medical staff are trained to provide traditional pain management and interventional pain management for your chronic pain.
WHAT PAIN LEVEL IS CONSIDERED INTENSE?
While there are many different kinds of pain scales, the most common one is the numerical scale from zero to ten. On this scale, zero means no pain, one to three describes mild pain, four to seven is moderate pain, and eight or above is severe pain.
WHICH PAIN IS CONSIDERED THE MOST PAINFUL?
According to medical experts, some of the most painful conditions include:
- Back pain or injury
- Bone cancer or bone metastasis
- Childbirth
- Complex regional pain syndrome
- Endometriosis
- Headaches
- Kidney stones
- Major joint osteoarthritis
- Post-surgery pain and recovery
- Shingles
- Sickle cell disease
- Trauma
- Trigeminal neuralgia
WHAT HAPPENS DURING YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT AT PAIN SPECIALISTS OF CHARLESTON?
During your first visit with Pain Specialists of Charleston, we will perform a thorough evaluation to better understand your pain, go over your medical history, and conduct a physical exam of the pain-problem area. We’re dedicated to finding you relief through a customized treatment plan unique to your pain needs. What Should I Bring?
ARE YOU ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS?
Yes! Our pain management clinic is open to new patients. Give us a call today or request an appointment online to get started.
DOES PAIN SPECIALISTS OF CHARLESTON REQUIRE A REFERRAL?
No referral is needed to schedule with us! Our office accepts both self-made appointments and doctor referrals to begin relieving your pain and helping you get back to feeling like yourself. We’re open five days a week, so you can book an appointment or walk in. Schedule your first appointment today! Book Now!
DOES PAIN SPECIALISTS OF CHARLESTON OFFER SAME-DAY APPOINTMENTS?
Yes, we offer same-day appointments! Our office is open five days a week, so give us a call to see one of our board-certified pain management physicians the same day, if appointments are available. Reach out today to see our open availability!
HOW LONG IS A PAIN MANAGEMENT APPOINTMENT?
Your initial visit with our pain management team will last approximately 30 minutes. What else should new patients expect?