Innovative Pain Treatment
Nerve Block
A nerve block is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure in which a precise dose of local anesthetic—with or without a low-dose corticosteroid—is injected adjacent to a specific peripheral nerve or nerve plexus. By interrupting abnormal pain signals at their source, this targeted treatment provides rapid relief, reduces inflammation, and minimizes the need for systemic medications. Performed under strict sterile technique with real-time ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance, nerve blocks are well-tolerated and typically require only a brief observation period, making them an efficient option for both acute and chronic pain management.
Spinal Injections
Spinal injections are medical procedures that deliver medications directly into targeted areas of the spine to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation. Common types include epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, and sacroiliac joint injections. By precisely targeting affected spinal structures, these treatments can provide relief for conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, joint dysfunction.
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a reversible, minimally invasive neuromodulation therapy that delivers low-level electrical pulses to the dorsal columns of the spinal cord via thin epidural leads and an implanted pulse generator. By “masking” pain signals before they reach the brain, SCS can significantly reduce chronic neuropathic and ischemic pain, improve function, and decrease reliance on systemic medications. Patients first undergo a short, external trial to confirm benefit; once implanted, the system is fully programmable, allowing clinicians to tailor stimulation patterns to each patient’s pain distribution and activity level—all under conscious sedation with rapid recovery and low risk of permanent tissue damage.
Infusion Therapy
WestNYHealth’s infusion therapy delivers customized intravenous blends of analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and neuromodulatory agents—such as ketamine, lidocaine, and magnesium—directly into the bloodstream under continuous nursing supervision. Administered in our dedicated infusion suite using strict aseptic technique, each session typically lasts 30–60 minutes and is tailored to your pain profile. Infusions rapidly modulate central pain pathways and reduce neurogenic inflammation, providing accelerated relief with minimal downtime. Following treatment, patients receive post-infusion monitoring and hydration before safely returning to daily activities, all as part of a comprehensive, multimodal pain-management program.
Medical Acupucture
At WestNYHealth, our medical acupuncture treatments offer a holistic, evidence-based approach to relieving pain, reducing inflammation, and supporting your body’s natural healing processes. Performed by our board-certified specialists, this integrative therapy uses precise needle placement along specific anatomical points to stimulate nerves, muscles, and connective tissue—helping to rebalance the nervous system, improve circulation, and promote overall wellness with precision and care.