Pain Management

Pain Management at Healing Clinic

The Pain Management Department at Healing Clinic in Cairo provides specialized medical care for the diagnosis and treatment of various types of acute and chronic pain through a scientific medical approach that focuses on identifying the true source of pain rather than temporary symptom suppression.

The department is built on a core principle: pain is not a disease itself, but a symptom resulting from neurological, musculoskeletal, or mechanical dysfunction. Effective pain treatment begins with precise diagnosis, followed by selecting the most appropriate intervention to achieve meaningful and sustainable functional improvement and enhanced quality of life.

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When Should You See a Pain Management Specialist?

You may need a specialized pain management evaluation if you experience:

• Chronic pain persisting for extended periods
• Pain that does not respond to conventional medications
• Back or neck pain associated with numbness or weakness
• Severe or burning nerve pain
• Persistent pain following surgical procedures
• Chronic joint pain
• Chronic headaches or facial nerve pain
• Pain affecting sleep, mobility, or daily activities

Types of Pain Treated at the Pain Management Department

The pain management team at Healing Clinic treats a wide spectrum of conditions, including:

• Peripheral nerve pain
• Lower back and neck pain
• Chronic joint pain
• Post-surgical pain
• Muscle and soft tissue pain
• Chronic headaches and facial neuralgia
• Pain caused by nerve compression
• Pain related to chronic neurological or mechanical conditions

Pain Management Techniques at Healing Clinic

1. Structured Medical Therapy

Medical treatment is carefully selected based on the type and nature of pain (neuropathic, musculoskeletal, or inflammatory), with precise dose regulation and close follow-up to minimize side effects and achieve optimal pain control without excessive reliance on analgesics.

2. Image-Guided Therapeutic Injections

These include joint injections, nerve blocks, spine-related injections, and ultrasound- or fluoroscopy-guided injections. These interventions aim to reduce inflammation, relieve nerve compression, improve functional movement, and decrease chronic pain intensity.

3. Radiofrequency Procedures

Radiofrequency techniques are used in selected cases of chronic pain, particularly joint-related pain, neuropathic pain, and certain types of spinal pain. These procedures aim to disrupt pain signal transmission while preserving essential nerve function and are performed only after thorough patient evaluation.

4. Minimally Invasive Non-Surgical Interventions

Advanced minimally invasive techniques are used to control pain without open surgery and are carefully selected based on comprehensive clinical and diagnostic evaluation.

Advanced Techniques for Spine Pain and Disc-Related Conditions

Spinal Catheterization

Spinal catheterization is a modern technique used in selected cases of chronic spinal pain, particularly those associated with nerve root irritation or perineural adhesions. The procedure aims to deliver medication directly to the pain source, reduce inflammation around nerve structures, and decrease chronic pain severity.

Nerve Root Decompression Procedures

Nerve root decompression is utilized in cases where nerve root compression or irritation causes radiating pain, numbness, or muscle weakness. This intervention aims to relieve pressure on the affected nerve and reduce pain without open surgical intervention.

Laser Disc Treatment

In selected cases of disc herniation, laser disc treatment may be used as a minimally invasive, non-surgical option aiming to reduce intradiscal pressure, decompress affected nerve roots, and relieve pain.

When Are These Advanced Interventions Indicated?

These advanced pain management techniques are considered when medical and physical therapy treatments fail, chronic pain persists, or when open surgery is not ideal. The most appropriate intervention is selected individually based on diagnosis and symptom severity.

Pain Diagnosis and Treatment Decision-Making Approach

The Pain Management Department at Healing Clinic relies on comprehensive clinical pain assessment, accurate classification of pain type, correlation of symptoms with neurological and functional findings, and review of available diagnostic studies.

Integration with Other Medical Departments

Pain management at Healing Clinic is fully integrated with the Neurology Department, Orthopedics Department, and Physical Therapy Department. This multidisciplinary approach ensures treatment of the underlying cause of pain—not just symptom relief.

Our Goal in Pain Management

Our goal extends beyond pain reduction. We aim to improve mobility and physical function, restore daily activity levels, reduce dependence on pain medications, enhance overall quality of life, and prevent the progression of pain into chronic disability.