Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is an FDA-approved treatment for chronic back and limb pain. Designed for patients who have tried other therapies without success, SCS may help reduce or alleviate chronic discomfort in patients who qualify. Continue reading “Do I Qualify for Spinal Cord Stimulation?”
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Understanding the Intrathecal Spinal Pump Implant
If you live with chronic pain due to an injury or illness such as cancer, and have tried other therapies without success, you may be a candidate for an intrathecal spinal pump implant. An intrathecal pump implant uses medication administered directly into the area surrounding your spinal cord, which is called the intrathecal space and contains cerebrospinal fluid. The medication stops pain signals from reaching the brain so you don’t experience discomfort. Continue reading “Understanding the Intrathecal Spinal Pump Implant”
What Is MME & Why Is It Important to Pain Management?
If you live with chronic pain and have been prescribed opioids, you may have heard of MME. MME stands for morphine milligram equivalents, a measurement pain management physicians use to determine how different opioids relate to each other. Using morphine as the standard, MME is a tool for doctors to compare different drugs in a simplified, unified measurement. This can ensure physicians prescribe safe, effective doses for their patients. Continue reading “What Is MME & Why Is It Important to Pain Management?”
What Is Genicular Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation & Do You Qualify?
Chronic knee pain caused by arthritis and injuries affects millions of people. For many, it can be difficult to fully treat. Pain medication can cause side effects that impact quality of life, but surgery may not be an option. For others, knee replacement surgery has only slightly improved knee pain and they feel they are out of options. Continue reading “What Is Genicular Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation & Do You Qualify?”
A New Clinic Is Now Open in Carrollton!
Summit Spine & Joint Centers is pleased to announce a new pain and joint clinic now open in Carrollton. Located at 526 Bankhead Highway, Suites 101 and 102, this new clinic will offer all the cutting-edge pain management treatments we provide to patients at our other locations throughout Georgia. If you are living with pain, our team is ready to accommodate you with services at this new location! Continue reading “A New Clinic Is Now Open in Carrollton!”
What Is Telemedicine?
Telemedicine allows you to see a doctor without leaving your house. Using technology, typically a video call, you can meet with a physician to receive the care you need, all in the comfort of your own home. Due to the COVID-19 crisis and in an effort to better accommodate our patients, Summit Spine & Joint Centers is now offering virtual visits for patients throughout the state of Georgia. Continue reading “What Is Telemedicine?”
Physician Spotlight: Dr. Gabriel Marrero
Summit Spine & Joint Centers is proud to have Dr. Gabriel Marrero on our team to serve our patients. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Interventional Pain Medicine, Dr. Marrero specializes in treating spine and musculoskeletal pain, as well as complex regional pain syndrome, helping patients overcome their chronic discomfort and live their best lives. Continue reading “Physician Spotlight: Dr. Gabriel Marrero”
New Physician Profile: Dr. Gerald Chai
Double board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine, Dr. Gerald Chai comes to Summit Spine & Joint Centers with extensive experience and training in the management of musculoskeletal and spine pain. His approach focuses on restoring the function and quality of life of his patients through a holistic approach. Continue reading “New Physician Profile: Dr. Gerald Chai”
Our Lilburn Clinic Is Moving!
Our Lilburn clinic is relocating in August! Currently located at 3970 Five Forks Trickum Rd., Suite A, this clinic will be moving to Snellville. The new address will be 1780 Oak Road, Suite A2, Snellville, GA 30078. Our first day at the new clinic will be August 19, 2020. Continue reading “Our Lilburn Clinic Is Moving!”
Can Epidural Steroid Injections Relieve Your Pain?
Are you suffering from chronic lower back or radiating leg pain and want to avoid back surgery? An epidural steroid injection (ESI) may help. ESIs are commonly used in combination with other types of therapies to help relieve back pain. The injection contains a steroid-anesthetic medication which may help alleviate spinal nerve inflammation and improve your pain. The procedure only takes a few minutes and some patients can experience pain relief that lasts anywhere from a few weeks to a year. Continue reading “Can Epidural Steroid Injections Relieve Your Pain?”
Announcing an Exciting New Treatment for Sacroiliitis & Low Back Pain
Summit Spine & Joint Centers is excited to announce a new treatment we’re offering for sacroiliitis and low back pain. This treatment is called the LinQ™ and allows patients to fuse and stabilize their sacroiliac joints to reduce pain and discomfort. Continue reading “Announcing an Exciting New Treatment for Sacroiliitis & Low Back Pain”
Q&A: Preparing for Your First Appointment
Many of our patients come to us with no previous pain management care. As such, many first-time patients are anxious and expect to be overwhelmed by their experience. Continue reading “Q&A: Preparing for Your First Appointment”