Once she confirms the cause of your pain, Dr. Aram can prepare a plan detailing the medication you should take and any other therapies that could help you manage your condition. Potential therapies that Dr. Aram can incorporate into your plan include: Alternative medicine Epidural steroids Facet joint injections Nerve blocks Joint and soft tissue injections using ultrasound guidance Stretching exercises There are also implantable technologies that are effective for people with severe pain who aren’t finding relief with other interventions. Devices such as spinal cord stimulation (SCS) and dorsal root ganglion (DRG) stimulation work by blocking pain signals so they don’t reach the brain. Pain management also requires consideration of the importance of mental health – for example, using counseling, therapy, and information about how to manage pain from a psychological perspective. For more information about pain management, call Expert Care Center or book a consultation online today.