Musculoskeletal injuries from sports and work-related injuries to chronic overuse injuries can negatively impact all aspects of your life. Often, patients will feel like surgical solutions are the only option to find effective pain relief. While surgical solutions are an option for many musculoskeletal injuries, they are far from the only treatment option. At Macomb Pain Management, we provide our patients with the knowledge and tools they need to find safe and effective treatment options for their pain. Look closer at non-surgical options for musculoskeletal injuries and how Macomb Pain Management can help.
Understanding Physiatry
Physiatrists are medical professionals trained to treat pain and injuries by evaluating the whole body, not just the injury site. This approach focuses on healing injuries, including musculoskeletal injuries, through improving function and reducing pain without invasive surgical procedures. For musculoskeletal pain patients, a Physiatrist can:
- Help restore mobility and strength
- Prevent further damage to the musculoskeletal system
- Reduce your reliance on powerful medications
- Provide you with more pain relief options (physical therapy, targeted injections, and medication management)
For patients who are looking to avoid surgical solutions to musculoskeletal pain, consulting with a physiatrist can give you more options to treat your pain and prevent or delay surgery.
Common Musculoskeletal Conditions Physiatrists Treat
Musculoskeletal injuries are among the most common types of injury seen in hospitals, urgent care centers, and primary care offices. While many of these injuries are minor and heal, leaving patients with no lasting negative effects, others can cause pain long after the initial injury has happened. Common musculoskeletal conditions a physiatrist can help you with include:
- Back and neck pain
- Sports injuries
- Arthritis
- Knee pain
- Hip disorders
If you are struggling with a musculoskeletal injury or are dealing with pain after your initial injury has healed, getting a second opinion from a physiatrist is an excellent way to explore all of your treatment options before deciding to undergo surgery.
Injections and Minimally Invasive Treatments for Musculoskeletal Pain
While physiatrists use many different treatment pathways to treat musculoskeletal injuries, some of the most common treatments include targeted injections, nerve blocks, and assistive devices like orthotics and braces. With targeted injections, anti-inflammatory medications can be injected directly into the treatment site, providing fast and minimally invasive pain relief. Nerve blocks are another minimally invasive treatment option that can calm nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals to the brain. Devices like braces and orthotics can also help you regain mobility after a musculoskeletal injury and take pressure off the injury site. These treatments have the benefits of being minimally invasive and having little to no downtime after your treatment, allowing you to get back to your daily routine much faster than surgery would.
Benefits of Non-Surgical Physiatry Care
For patients who are looking to avoid surgery or delay surgery for their pain, physiatry is an excellent option. Besides quicker recovery times and less risk of complications, patients also appreciate how physiatrist treatments:
- Are more cost effective than surgery
- Address the underlying cause of pain
- Allow individuals to manage their pain without powerful medications
To learn more about the benefits of physiatrist treatments for musculoskeletal pain, contact Macomb Pain Management today.
Physiatrist and Non-Surgical Treatment Options for Musculoskeletal Pain at Macomb Pain Management
If you’re looking to avoid or delay surgery to treat a musculoskeletal injury, Macomb Pain Management is here to help. To schedule a consultation with one of our Board-Certified physiatrists, contact us today at (248) 844-8281. Our team can help you find the ideal treatment pathway to manage your pain safely and effectively.
