The 5 different types of pain treated at Cape Fear Physical Medicine & Rehab include chronic, acute, radicular, neuropathy, and nociceptive pain.

Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is characterized as intermittent or chronic pain that lasts longer than three months. This type of pain is most often caused by a chronic health condition or a traumatic injury. It can go away within a few years or potentially last a lifetime.

Acute Pain
Acute pain can range in severity and last from a few weeks to a few months. It is typically caused by accidents, soft-tissue injuries, or short illnesses. Without proper treatment, acute pain can eventually turn into chronic pain.

Radicular Pain
Radicular pain occurs when the spinal nerve gets damaged, inflamed, or compressed. It gets its name due to the radiating nature of the pain that goes through your back, hip, and legs.

Neuropathic Pain
Neuropathic pain is located in the nervous system due to damage to the nerves. This type of pain can feel like stabbing, shooting, or burning sensations.

Nociceptive Pain
Nociceptive pain is located in soft tissue due to damage to the body such as twisting your ankle, falling on your knee, or tearing a ligament. This type of pain can be both acute or chronic depending on the severity of the tissue damage.

There are many reasons to see a specialized pain management doctor. They have advanced training, education, and experience in complex pain management techniques. These types of physicians can provide you with long-term high quality pain management care.

A few of the most common pain management services offered at Cape Fear Physical Medicine include:

• Epidural Steroid Injections
• Facet Injections
• Sacroiliac Joint Injections
• Corticosteroid Injections
• Hyaluronic Acid Injections
• Platelet Rich Plasma
• Radio Frequency Ablation
• Genicular Nerve Blocks
• Adjuvant Therapy
• Botox for migraines

Benefits of visiting a pain doctor include:

• Pain doctors have a deep understanding of both chronic and acute pain
• They have specialized training in advanced medical techniques used for pain management
• These types of specialists can provide ongoing support and care
• They have access to more pain management resources and technologies
• With better control of your pain, you can live a more productive and happy life

For further information about Cape Fear Physical Medicine & Rehab and what our pain management doctors can do for you, please feel more than welcome to give our front desk a call. Our reception can answer any of your questions about our clinic and schedule you for a consultation appointment. Chronic pain can cause major disruption in your work life, social life, and relationships. Our friendly staff can provide you with the support you need to lessen uncomfortable symptoms and improve your everyday life. The pain management specialists at Cape Fear Physical Medicine & Rehab look forward to your visit soon! We serve patients from Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Wade, Stedman, Lumberton, Lillington, Raeford, and Vander NC.