Intensive Pain Management Rehabilitation

An injection can be administered through multiple processes. The physician will inject the steroids into the area known as the ‘epidural space’, this is located between the inner surface of the vertebral column and the outer layer of the spinal cord. In some cases, a flushing solution may be required to remove inflammatory proteins from the space that can be a source of pain.

The procedure is implemented with sedation. If used, patients will be monitored for an extended amount of time following the injection before being discharged. It is recommended for patients to rest on the day of the treatment. Regular activities can recommence the next day.

This treatment has a 50 percent success rate. If pain persists after the first injection, it is not recommended to have further ones. If patients experience minor improvements, continued injections may be necessary.

The California Pain Medicine Center provides a 20-day intensive pain management rehabilitation program. The program involves daily therapies and is four weeks, or a month, in length.

The rehabilitation program includes medical management and various types of therapy. These include neurobiofeedback therapy, physical therapy, and psychotherapy. Patients will receive additional methods of treatment such as chiropractic or specialized care if required.

Transportation is available to all daily appointments. The program’s goals are centered on helping patients develop independence and autonomy. Treatments are individualized to suit the specific needs of patients.

After a successful rehabilitation period, the patient should have improved pain management, experience improvement in coping and stress management, improved endurance and stamina, family involvement, and autonomy in planning for the future.