During your initial consultation at Alertive Healthcare Medical Group, the physicians complete a physical exam and may order diagnostic tests to identify the cause of your pain. They also review your symptoms and how they impact your physical, emotional, and mental health. The providers use several strategies to manage persistent pain from injuries or illness, including:
- Medications: There are pain-relievers and anti-inflammatory medications that can ease your pain. If over-the-counter medications aren’t working, the physicians can prescribe stronger ones to keep your symptoms under control. They also monitor your use of medications to prevent misuse, overdosing, and underdosing.
- Physical therapy: Physical therapy is a great way to strengthen your muscles and joints, boost blood circulation, and reduce inflammation throughout your body to treat existing pain and prevent new complications.
- Lifestyle and diet changes: Making changes to your daily activities and diet can support your overall health, minimize inflammation and pain, and protect your independence. The providers can recommend exercises, meal plans, and other strategies you can use to better manage underlying conditions that cause pain.
- Psychological counseling: Chronic pain can take a toll on your mental and emotional health. Psychological counseling gives you tools you can use to cope with the impact chronic pain has on your life.
Call the Alertive Healthcare Medical Group office to schedule a pain management consultation or book an appointment online today, or learn more here.
