Question 1

how can i get my pain meds online like website says.i see pain management but not how my ins co says i should it's how the doc wants to see me ea week?

Accepted Answer

Call prescribing doc: In most states electronic prescribing of narcotics or controlled substances is not allowed. You could go to an ER and get a short supply unless you have abuse potential or if this would break your pain contract with pain mgmt physician.  Advise you to call the original prescribing doctor and make sure that you get your refills on time before it becomes emergency.

Question 2

can you read an mri online? i am having issues for pain management with my.current ortho and am in extreme pain.

Accepted Answer

See local specialist: We could read MRI or provide you with an opinion if the quality of the download is good . But even if we disagree with your pain management doctor we could not help you because we are not allowed to prescribed pain medication on line . The most practical way is to seek a second opinion from a local doctor that would be able to prescribed the proper medicine if they disagree with your first doctor

Question 3

how good is pain management anyway?

Accepted Answer

Pain mgmt effective?: Several variables. Ideal mgmt involves a properly trained and experienced pain physician, proper use of other modalities such as therapy, meds etc. Avoidance of any narcotics for non-cancer pain, patient participation at the fullest! most patients rely on a "fix-me" attitude and looking for an easy answer (a holy grail). There is no easy answer or a one size fits all treatment.

Question 4

what can they do in pain management?

Accepted Answer

Pain Management: There are basically two facets to pain management.  Acute pain management, generally in a hospital where we use medication and anesthetics to control severe surgical pain.  And chronic pain management in an office setting where medications and injections are used to diagnose and control chronic pain issues.

Question 5

what to recommend for pain management?

Accepted Answer

Talk to MD: This really depends on you. Does your condition require interventional management, or can it be handled medically. Are other treatment options such as homeopathy, chiropractic care, acupuncture and acupressure options for your problems. Talking to your doctor will help you choose the path that is right for you.

Question 6

what should i expect from pain management?

Accepted Answer

A useful consult.: You should expect someone to help you understand the cause of your pain, what the options are to deal/treat the pain and realistic expectations.
What you should not expect is for someone to get you started on an addiction to a powerful narcotic.

Question 7

what happens at a pain management appointment?

Accepted Answer

Pain Eval: Like any medical encounter a full history and physical examination is performed to evaluate your complaints.  The quality, intensity, relieving and exacerbating factors are important to elicit. Both successful and less successful treatments will be reviewed.  Your functional status and goals will be assessed.  Chronic pain is usually not fully eliminated, but any reduction can improve your life.

Question 8

what to expect at a pain management appointment?

Accepted Answer

Pain Appointment: The first appointment can be lengthy. A lot of paperwork, detailed physical exam, maybe a narcotic contract, maybe an injection... Plan on a good hour of your time.  Return visits are usually much more focused shorter in duration.

Question 9

what do they do when you go in for pain management?

Accepted Answer

Evaluate and treat : Pain mgmt treatment depends on what the pain is from.  It maybe acute or chronic in nature.  A thorough history and physical will be performed.  Then medication, physical therapy may be advised.   Depending on the nature and cause of the pain invasive procedures maybe recommended.

Question 10

what is the technical definition of pain management?

Accepted Answer

What is Pan Mgmt: Many anwers.  It is not pill management...  Reputable pain docs are great diagnostitions, then can recommend therapy for resolution or at least minimization of pain to increase function and quality of life.  They may order xray or mri, or do diagnostic or therapeutic injections.  They may also recommend surgery if indicated.

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How can i get my pain meds online like website says.i see pain management but not how my ins co says i should it's how the doc wants to see me ea week?

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Can you read an mri online? i am having issues for pain management with my.current ortho and am in extreme pain.

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What can they do in pain management?

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What to recommend for pain management?

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