- CryotherapyWhen it becomes difficult to maintain a patients pain through medications, a nerve block may be ordered by the physician. Nerve blocks can be helpful in that they can improve symptoms, determine the source of pain, and can predict if the pain will respond to other treatment options. The procedure includes numbing the skin and using a medication to numb the nerve. Eg. occipital nerve block. These injections sometimes last for six months or longer. If the patient responds for each injection but only for a small period of time, Cryotherapy can be used for a longer effect (usually around 12months). Places may include; feet, hands, limbs, head/face, etc.
- NeurologyRecently, the American Academy of Neurology published a position paper on CDO. They reviewed the published literature and concluded: "although there is evidence for significant pain relief in the short term (average duration of trials 5 weeks, range 1–16 weeks), there is no substantial evidence for maintenance of pain relief over longer periods of time, or significant evidence for improved physical function."
- SciaticaThis condition is an irritation or compression of one or more nerve roots in the lumbar spine. Because these nerves travel to the hips, buttocks, legs and feet, an injury in the lumbar spine can cause symptoms in these areas. Sciatica may result from a variety of problems with the bones and tissues of the lumbar spinal column.
- WhiplashThis is a common neck injury. It happens when your neck jerks back and forth quickly and violently. Your spine bends past its normal range of motion. This can injure the vertebrae of your cervical spine. It can damage the supporting ligaments and muscles in your neck.
- BotoxBotox is famous for its use in cosmetic applications however; it is also useful in pain management. It has been helpful for headaches, arthritis and tight muscles. Botox is formulated from botulinum toxin and works by blocking the release of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine from muscles, forcing them to relax. Some side effects may include bruises, muscle weakness, nausea and indigestion.
- Physical TherapyDuring this minimally invasive procedure, the physician uses cooling energy to treat nerve related pain. It can treat pain that doesn’t respond to medications or to physical therapy. The injection site may feel sore after the procedure, and you may still have pain. If the correct nerves were treated, you will gradually experience pain relief as you heal. This may take several weeks. The pain relief may last for several months.