Interventional Pain Procedures are specialized techniques for treating chronic painful conditions without the need for surgery. It usually involves giving injections around the affected tissues or nerves.

Joint injections, epidural injections, nerve blocks, radio frequency ablation (RFA), minimally invasive non-surgical interventions, regenerative therapy/medicine, ozone therapy, etc, are some of the common interventional pain treatments.

Interventional pain procedures are performed under image guidance, like X-rays or ultrasound, to target the pain generator.

The pain relief can last from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the person and their condition.

Pain relief can last from a few months to years. It depends on the procedure and the condition for which the intervention is carried out. Some people may need repeat treatments.

No, they can treat many types, like joint pain, neck pain, nerve pain, and even cancer-related pain.

Interventional pain procedures offer various benefits, including pain relief, reduced reliance on medicines and improved quality of life.

Most people feel little to no pain. Doctors use numbing medicine or mild sedation to keep you comfortable during the treatment.

Many patients return to daily activities within 1-2 days. Some procedures may need a bit more rest, but recovery is usually fast.

People with chronic pain that doesn’t get better with medicines or therapy, and those patients who do not wish to or cannot undergo surgery for a painful condition, are good candidates. A doctor will check your condition to determine your suitability for it.

People with chronic pain that doesn’t get better with medicines or therapy, and those patients who do not wish to or cannot undergo surgery for a painful condition, are good candidates. A doctor will check your condition to determine your suitability for it.

In some cases, these procedures cure the condition and relieve pain, while in others, the cause may remain, but pain relief is achieved. These treatments are often part of a long-term pain management plan.

Patients usually do not require pain medicines after these interventions. However, in certain cases, the medicines may be required, but at significantly reduced doses.

Yes, most insurance plans cover many of these procedures, but it’s best to check with your insurance provider first.

Your doctor will give you instructions. Usually, you may need to avoid eating for a few hours and arrange for someone to drive you home after the treatment.