A physician assistant is a medical professional licensed to practice medicine under physician supervision. PAs are able to evaluate patients, perform physical examinations, order/interpret laboratory tests and imaging studies, forma a diagnosis, construct a treatment plan, prescribe medications, and perform…
Cancer pain: what is it and how do you treat it?
Few words strike more fear in people than the word “cancer” does. One out of three people who undergo cancer treatment experience some sort of cancer pain, although the occurrence is higher in people whose cancer has spread or is reoccurring. Treating cancer…
The Importance of Pain Medication Agreement for Chronic Pain Management
If you’re just starting pain management treatment, you may be surprised if your doctor has you sign a pain medication agreement. Treating pain with opioids is complicated so most doctors require that you sign a contract to minimize the risk of…
Chronic Pain, the Causes, and Chronic Pain Management
Chronic pain affects about 100 million Americans and encompasses many different conditions. From mildly annoying to completely incapacitating, the physical discomfort is only one aspect of chronic pain– the toll on your mental well-being can be even more excruciating. What is…
What is Spinal Cord Stimulation and How Can it Help You?
Pain can severely interrupt your quality of life, no matter where on your body it occurs. Chronic pain, especially lower back pain, is one of the most common reasons people seek pain relief. Spinal cord stimulation may be your best…
Welcome to the New PainMed P.C. Website
Welcome to the new website for PainMedPC. If you are one of our current patients I hope that you will find our new website helpful and easier to use. There is a link to the patient portal at the bottom…