Over time, the joint lining thickens and produces inflammation and pain. The cause of the condition is unknown. Treatments, which focus on relieving pain, reducing inflammation, and stopping or slowing joint damage, include medication and physical therapy. Being in good shape can help you manage pain. Patients with severe forms of rheumatoid arthritis may be referred to the Pain Management Center for additional treatments, including steroid medications and anesthesia blocks.
Women are four times more likely than men to develop osteoporosis.
This condition is the progressive loss of bone density. If steps aren't taken to reverse or prevent further bone loss, the disease can progress with few symptoms until a bone breaks. Fractures typically occur in the hip, spine and wrist. If none of these treatments are successful in alleviating pain, patients may be referred to the Pain Management Center. We are able to treat their pain with anesthesia blocks and pain-relieving prescription medications.