Body Pain Treatments

Body pain can be a complex and confusing experience.  It can range from mild and occasional to chronic and severe, and various factors can cause it.

If you're experiencing body pain, it's important to pay attention to your symptoms and seek out the help of a qualified healthcare professional. Some common symptoms of body pain include:

• Aches: Aches are a general feeling of discomfort or pain that may be diffuse and hard to pinpoint. They can range from mild to severe and may be constant or intermittent.
• Stiffness: Stiffness is often a sign of muscle or joint problems, making it difficult to move or bend.
• Tenderness: Tenderness is a sensation of pain or discomfort when pressure is applied to a specific body area.
• Swelling: Swelling can be a sign of inflammation or an injury, and it can cause discomfort and difficulty moving.
• Numbness or tingling: Numbness or tingling may indicate a problem with the nerves, and it can cause a sensation of pins and needles or a lack of sensation in a specific area of the body.

Many unique conditions can cause body pain; each person may experience symptoms differently. Some common conditions that can cause body pain include:

• Arthritis: Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation in the joints, leading to pain and stiffness.
• Fibromyalgia: Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes widespread pain and tenderness throughout the body.
• Migraines: Migraines are severe headaches that can cause throbbing pain and other symptoms such as nausea and sensitivity to light.
• Back pain: Back pain is a common problem that a variety of factors, including muscle strain, poor posture, and degenerative conditions such as spinal stenosis or osteoarthritis, can cause.

The first step in treating body pain is to identify the cause.  At Atlas Pain Specialists, we offer a range of diagnostic services to help determine the root cause of your pain. This may include a physical examination, imaging tests such as X-rays or MRIs, and laboratory tests.

Once we have identified the cause of your pain, we will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan.  Our team is trained in a range of treatment modalities, including:

• Medications: Depending on the cause of your pain, we may recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to help alleviate discomfort.
• Physical therapy: Physical therapy can help improve mobility, strength, and flexibility, which can reduce pain and improve overall function.
• Chiropractic care: Chiropractic care involves spinal adjustments and other techniques to improve the spine's alignment and reduce pain.
• Acupuncture: Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate healing and reduce pain.
• Massage therapy: Massage therapy can help relax tense muscles and improve circulation, reducing pain and improving overall well-being.

At Atlas Pain Specialists, we take a holistic approach to pain management. This means that we consider not just the physical aspect of your pain but also the emotional and psychological factors that may be contributing to it.  We work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses all the contributing factors to your pain.