Medication Management
Personalized Medication Management for Chronic Pain
Medication can be an important part of managing chronic pain, but finding the right approach is different for every patient. At River Trail Pain & Wellness, Dr. Suzanne Abou-Diab takes a personalized approach to medication management, considering your condition, symptoms, medical history, previous treatments and overall goals.
The goal isn't simply to mask pain. Medication management may be used alongside other therapies to help reduce symptoms, improve function and make everyday activities more manageable.
A Comprehensive Approach to Pain Management
Chronic pain can have many causes, and there is rarely a single solution that works for everyone. Dr. Abou-Diab begins by listening to your concerns and evaluating how pain is affecting your daily life.
When medication is appropriate, she works with you to develop an individualized treatment plan. Depending on your needs, medication management may be combined with physical therapy, lifestyle modifications, targeted injections or minimally invasive procedures.
Treatment plans are also monitored over time and can be adjusted as your condition, symptoms or needs change.
Conditions That May Benefit from Medication Management
Medication may be considered as part of a treatment plan for a variety of conditions, including:
Chronic neck and back pain
Arthritis and joint pain
Nerve-related pain
Neuropathic pain
Musculoskeletal pain
Pain associated with certain spine conditions
Other acute or chronic pain conditions