Advanced Physical Medicine Services

NON-NARCOTIC PAIN MANAGEMENT

Synvisc Viscosupplement Knee Injections

Knee pain affects millions of Americans each year, preventing them from living their most fulfilling life. When the protective cartilage in the knee wears away and joint fluid breaks down Osteoarthritis will develop, causing extreme discomfort and pain. Osteoarthritis can occur in any joint, but it is most common in the knee.

At Advanced Physical Medicine we offer relief from the pain and suffering of Osteoarthritis. Our dedicated team of multidisciplinary physicians will help you to understand your symptoms, evaluate the underlying cause of your pain, and provide you with the necessary treatment to help you on the way to a pain-free life.

Supplementing the fluid in your knee to help lubricate and cushion the joint, Synvisc injections can provide up to 6 months of relief from the pain and discomfort of osteoarthritis.

Trigger Point Injections

Trigger Points form when there is a tight area within a muscle that cannot relax. These areas can be felt as lump-like “knots” in the bands of muscle fibers. The Trigger Point can irritate nerves around the muscles and this can cause pain that is felt in other regions of the body. This is known as referred pain. Trigger Points commonly affect the neck, shoulders, arms, buttocks, and legs, but any muscle is susceptible.

Causes of Trigger Points: • Repetitive Actions • Sustained Lifting • Trauma (Car Accidents, Falls, etc.) • Poor Posture • Vitamin Deficiencies • Sleep Disturbances • Stress • Joint Problems • Inactivity (Bed Rest or Prolonged Sitting) Symptoms Include: • Pain • Stiffness • Weakness • Distortions of Posture

Trigger Points can be managed with rehabilitation, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and Trigger Point Injections.
Trigger Point Injections are administered by a licensed healthcare professional. A small needle containing a local anesthetic is injected into the Trigger Point, and this helps to relax the knotted muscle, providing pain relief.

In combination with Chiropractic Adjustments and Rehabilitation, Trigger Point Injections help the patient to heal. The injections loosen the muscles and help Chiropractors make adjustments more easily. Once Trigger Points are released, the muscle needs to be moved throughout its full range. Simple exercises are done by the patient to retrain the muscle and ensure that the Trigger Point does not return. It is generally recommended that the patient receives injections twice a week for four weeks or until the patient is feeling better.

Diagnostic Ultrasound Guided Injections

High-resolution ultrasound technology allows for greater accuracy and precision in the application of joint injections physical medicine. The live imaging of muscles, tendons, cartilage, ligaments, nerves, and joints, allows the doctor to evaluate the health of the area and identify the source of the pain or problem.

Doctors no longer have to depend solely on feel and resistance to determine the correct location to administer a medicine or treatment. Difficult locations, such as the hip or deep tendons, are easier to access as the ultrasound allows you to see inside the body as the injection is being given.

Call us today at 1-304-225-9356 for your Complimentary Consultation.

MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS

There is a tremendous difference between a weight loss system and a medical weight loss program.

If you are sick of starting over with new diets and tired of trying out different weight loss regimens just to end up with unsatisfactory results and right back where you started, Advanced Physical Medicine weight loss is for you. Everyone has the ability to achieve the body and the good health that they deserve. You carry the potential to change your life and your health for good. We just want to help you take the first steps.

Facial Rejuvenation

Facial rejuvenation with Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a minimally invasive procedure aimed creating controlled micro dermal injury to stimulate your body’s immune system to repair the micro-injury. Thus, allowing the human body to heal itself without the need for harsh drugs or surgery. PRP essentially “jump-starts” your immune system naturally – it’s the healthiest, most natural way to improve the appearance of your skin – reducing fine lines, wrinkles, scars and other effects of aging.

Hair Restoration

During the hair restoration treatment, small amounts of PRP are injected just under the skin in and around the hair follicle – where the balding or thinning has occurred. The high concentration of growth factors and cytokines found in the PRP help stimulate neo-vascularization or increased blood supply to the hair follicle; thus, promoting growth by prolonging the growing phase of the hair cycle and it also helps “wake up” inactive hair follicles – producing longer, stronger, thicker hair.

Typically treatment is 3 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart for the best results. As each patient is different – not everyone is a good candidate for this procedure. We welcome the opportunity to answer your questions and determine if hair restoration with PRP is right for you.