Chronic Pain Management

Chronic pain is a very common health problem that millions of people suffer from every day. However, not many people are aware that they have this condition. If you frequently suffer from pain, stiffness, lack of mobility, fatigue, weakness, and an inability to be active, you may have chronic pain.

Acute pain, the type of pain you have immediately after a surgery or injury, is different than chronic pain. Acute pain is temporary. When you recover from the injury or surgery, acute pain goes away.

Chronic pain is different. It doesn’t have a specific incident as a cause, it can last for months or years, and you may not be able to pinpoint when the pain first began. Chronic pain is more difficult to treat, as not knowing the cause makes it more difficult to select the right treatment. It is often more complex to treat and requires a combination of treatments for effective, long-term relief. In some cases, acute pain can become chronic pain if it is not treated effectively in a timely fashion.

Dr. Tarrash routinely treats acute and chronic pain in all parts of the body. He uses a wide selection of interventions to alleviate pain caused by a variety of issues. Chronic pain management does not just mean prescribing narcotics or opioids. The management of chronic pain involves using treatments such as NSAIDs, injections, PT, OT, heat and cold therapy, and other treatments, such as aqua therapy. No one treatment regimen works for everyone, and often, a multi-faceted treatment approach is necessary for effective results.

Chronic pain management attempts to relieve symptoms from issues such as frequent headaches, back pain, or joint pain. Dr. Tarrash uses interventions administered in monthly treatments to ensure you get the most out of your chronic pain management plan. Why monthly visits? The best results for chronic pain management involve repeated and timely treatment sessions. Once your pain symptoms are under control, the goal is to never let the pain return. In order to accomplish this, you will need to come in for repeat treatments, so the symptoms are kept at bay. Monthly appointments also give Dr. Tarrash the opportunity to adjust your individualized treatment plan according your symptoms and changes to your health.

Pain Management in Boca Raton and Delray Beach, FL

If you suffer from chronic pain, you are not alone. Fortunately, Dr. Tarrash can help you find the relief you need and deserve. To get started on the road to recovery from the daily distress of chronic pain, call (561) 295-3900 or request an appointment online.