Pain Management
Pain can affect every part of our lives. Pain can lead to fatigue, emotional distress and many other challenges in addition to the physical discomfort. The causes of pain can vary widely, and although most people with chronic pain share much in common, every person living with pain has their own story. At the Center, our emphasis is on resolving the source of the pain, not merely masking or covering it up.
Taking Charge of Pain
The strategy used to help relieve chronic pain should be as individual as the person, and must be flexible as well as effective to achieve success. Surgery and drug therapy can be very important, but represent only a small portion of the spectrum of care available to relieve pain.
The Right Solution for You
For over ten years, we at the Center have been providing natural relief from pain, both acute and chronic. From relieving migraines and menstrual pains, to eliminating the need for carpal tunnel surgery to the management of chronic back pain and much more, we have found what works for our patients.
Depending on your needs, a single practitioner may be your best choice. For others, a combination of massage and acupuncture, or perhaps craniosacral therapy and scenar may work best.
Our practitioners have worked together for years, and understand best how to combine their talents to provide relief for our clients.
Some of the pain patterns we see regularly at the Center include:
- Carpal Tunnel
- Back and Hip Pain
- Sciatica
- Migraine
- Neck Pain
- TMJ Pain
- Sinus Problems
- Arthritis
- Bursitis
- Sports Injury
- Tendinitis/Tendinosis
- Joint Pain
- Digestive Pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Neuralgia
- Menstrual Pain
- Shoulder Pain and Frozen Shoulder
- Tennis and Golf Elbow
- Pain from Cancer/Chemotherapy
- Lyme Disease Pain
Getting to the Roots of Pain
Did you know that what you’re eating may be affecting your pain? Are you aware that simple lifestyle changes exist that can help eliminate pain, and keep it from returning?
Our physicians, nurses and other providers take the time to learn about your life, pain, medical history and lifestyle to determine what the root cause or causes of your pain really are. Healing begins with listening. Once we have gotten to know you, your provider will help walk you through, and educate you about all the different options for integrative pain management, and which ones will be best for you.
Our integrative solutions for pain include the following:
- Acupuncture
- Medical Marijuana
- Medical Massage
- Craniosacral Therapy
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
- Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy
- Nutritional Supplementation
- Diet Modification
- Acupressure
- Herbal Formulations
Our Special Team Approach To Your Health Care
At the Center, your practitioner has the opportunity to consult with complementary practitioners and medical doctors about your health concerns and the progress you are making. These practitioners are always available to you as well.
We take great pride in our staff's special team consulting approach to the care of our patients, giving you the best that Integrative Medicine has to offer.
Make An Appointment
Call the Center at 518-689-2244 or Click Here to contact us by email.
Integrative Treatment Options
Acupuncture/Acupressure for Pain Management
WHAT TO EXPECT Acupuncture has been seen as the primary modality of treatment for pain management for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Physicians and patients alike are becoming increasingly more aware of the benefits of acupuncture, which has been shown to be effective for pain management of various kinds.Learn More
Medical Marijuana for Pain Management
WHAT TO EXPECT Medical Marijuana is a very effective pain management tool that was introduced to New York State in 2015. It is an excellent symptom control option for patients who meet NYS qualifying conditions who have not adequately benefited from conventional pharmaceutical interventions, or for those who have failed other treatment options to aid in pain management.Learn More
Medical Massage and Craniosacral Therapy for Pain Management
WHAT TO EXPECT Craniosacral Therapy is a subtle yet effective hands on therapy for treating pain. In many patients, a restriction or disruption can occur in the natural flow of the cerebral spinal fluid leaving after effects that can range from headaches to other chronic pain. A trained practitioner in the technique and art of craniosacral therapy, can detect these areas of restrictions or…Learn More
Platelet RIch Plasma (PRP) and Prolotherapy
Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) is a non-pharmaceutical regenerative injection therapy used for improving pain, decreasing inflammation and healing damaged tissue.Learn More
Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy (HBOT) for Pain Management
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is the medical use of oxygen in a pressurized environment. Increased pressure allows for a large concentration of oxygen to dissolve and saturate the blood plasma. This results in a broad variety of beneficial effects, not achievable with any other therapy. Healing the body cannot take place without appropriate oxygen levels in the tissue. With…Learn More
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