"I can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate all of the people at AZ Pain Centers to help me recover from my back injuries. I'll never forget where I was at with my back problems, compared to where I have recovered to today thanks to the treatments. I can actually walk and
run again. Back in December, I wondered if my life would ever be the same. I couldn't
move. I couldn't do anything except be in pain and it was the most excruciating pain I've ever experienced. Nothing helped. I get emotional when I think or talk about it, but since treatment I can sleep again. I can live my life. Words can't describe how good it feels. Please tell everyone there how grateful I am."
Treated for Low Back Pain.
"I've been seeing Dr. Graham for my back pain and there is such an improvement my kids and I are happy again! I don't know if you ever get to hear the good news, but I wanted to Thank You from my heart as you are a major factor as to whether or not I could even see Dr. Graham. If it weren't for this change in the level of my pain, I honestly don't know what I would've done!
Bless you and you are greatly appreciated by myself and my family!"
Treated for Low Back Pain.
"Thanks to the help of AZ Pain Centers, my headaches are now gone. I believe in AZ Pain Centers and now work for the company so that I can help others experience the pain relief I received."
Treated for Migraine Headache.
"I suffered with headaches 28 days a month and spent at least one day a month in the ER. Thanks to the team at AZ Pain Centers, I am now headache free. I believe in AZ Pain Centers and now am part of the team that gets to help others like me everyday."
Treated for Cluster Headache.
"For years I suffered from pain in the coastal region of my rib cage. When the pain started on the left side, I couldn't take it anymore. I had two years of Cortisone shots with no relief. After my first treatment at AZ Pain Centers, I felt relief and was completely pain free after the third treatment. I have never felt better and I can live my life pain free."
Treated for Thoracalgia.
"I was going out of my mind in pain. I couldn't put my head in any position to lessen it. Pain would shoot down my arms. After the second treatment, the pain was gone. I have to stretch a lot and be careful, but there is great relief! I am able to do more and life is so much better".
Treated for Arm and Shoulder Pain.
"I felt constant pain in my shoulders and neck due to my rheumatoid arthritis. Some days I couldn't raise my arms because of the pain. After 3 injections I had no more pain. It has been 2 months since my last injection and still no pain."
Treated for Rheumatoid Arthritis.
"I suffered from debilitating migraine headaches since childhood. I thought the only thing to do was treat the pain when it came. Since having the Migraine treatment, I have been migraine free. If you have ever had a migraine you know how much that means."
Treated for Migraine Headache.
"I was involved in a serious auto accident that left me with severe neck pain and daily headaches. The headaches were the worst part, I would take pain relievers constantly, but after a while all they did was make my stomach sick. I thought I was going to have to live with this for the rest of my life until I found AZ Pain Centers. The procedure was painless and the Doctors and Nurses were wonderful. After the first injection my headaches were eliminated. I then received a second procedure that eliminated my back and neck pain and restored my flexibility. Since the treatments I have been pain free and I have recommended the procedure to family and friends."
Treated for Neck Pain.
"I was in constant severe low back pain that radiated down my leg for almost three years after an auto accident. I tried everything including two back surgeries. It wasn't until I had the Low-Dose Steroidal procedure that I was able to enjoy life again. Thank you."
Treated for Sciatic Pain.
"I had a severe herniated disc and living a life of numbness and burning, pins and needles down my arm and in three fingers. I had constant radiating pain and fire down my left arm. I couldn't carry a purse on left side. I dropped items constantly. My fingers felt like ants were biting them. Now thanks to the treatments, I am a new person. I have my life back and feel fantastic."
Treated for Herniated and Bulging Discs.
"I suffered 13 months 24/7 with severe to moderate pain from Migraine headaches. I lost my job because I was unable to concentrate, sit at a computer or focus on paperwork. I preferred darkness and silence along with cold compresses. I could not drive or even go out of my home. Neurologists could not help, headache specialists could not help, infusion therapy did not help and medications did not help. Thanks to AZ Pain Centers, I am completely healed."
Treated for Migraine Headache.
"I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, lumbar arthritis and degenerative disc disease eight years ago. About two months ago it went from bad to severe and I was pretty much bed ridden. I was difficult to walk or sit and I could never find a comfortable sleeping position. Within 36 hours of my first treatment I knew something good was happening, it was like the pain control knob was turned down from 10 to 4. I got better after each treatment and I have now started an exercise program that includes walking, stretching, isometrics and resistance training, not bad for only 4 weeks. Going from bedridden to active in one month fits my definition of a life saving procedure."
Treated for Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Herniated and Bulging Discs.
"My back injury almost ruined my life. I was miserable. I could hardly move. I wasn't sleeping and I was continually icing my back. I was always saying my back hurt and I wasn't active with my kids. I was depressed because I couldn't do anything. After my procedure at AZ Pain Centers, I haven't needed to ice back, I feel like a new person. I'm laughing, having fun again. I don't remember the last time I said to my kids, I can't because my back hurts.
I'm ready to live again! Thanks for giving me my life back!!"
Treated for Low Back Pain.
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Pain Relief FAQs
AZ Pain Centers developed a new advanced medical technique called Comfort Technology™ (links to Comfort Technology) which allows even the most pain sensitive patients to get the help they need. The medications and the techniques used were designed to eliminate pain, not cause more. Most patients will tell us that the procedures are painless, but everyone’s pain tolerance is different. Some describe the procedure as simple pressure, some as being snapped by a rubber band or a slight sting and others claim no pain at all. It is our goal to make the treatment a positive, safe and effective experience to have you back in action as quickly as possible.
Your Doctor can best answer this question at your consultation. It will depend on the condition that is being treated.
We accept many PPO insurance plans with out of network benefits. Please call for more information.
The most commonly used medication is called Traumeel, but we are testing others. Traumeel has been used in the United States since 1986 and in Germany since 1937. Traumeel is available worldwide for use as an anti-inflammatory. Traumeel is listed in the PDR (Physicians Desk Reference) and indicated to have no known side-effects and without contraindications. Additionally, there is no evidence of the rebound effect (inflammation returning at a greater degree than prior to treatment) that is often times experienced when using steroids.
In most cases 15 to 30 minutes.
Everyone is different, but we recommend that you should have a ride home. It is advisable to take it easy for the day of the procedure. It is helpful to apply ice to the affected area. After the first day you can perform activity as tolerated or as instructed by your physician. You should be able to return to work the next day unless otherwise instructed by your physician.
The treatment has proven to be safe and easy, we encourage you to stop pain medications, including over the counter pain medications, Eight (8) hours in advance. Stop blood thinners 48 hours in advance. Please discuss this with the prescribing Doctor prior to discontinuing blood thinners to be sure it is safe for you to do so. You will want to have a light snack before the treatment. Eating before the procedure can reduce a drop in blood sugar to which some people may experience due to fear.
Most patients report an immediate pain relief due to the local anesthetic. This will last a few hours. Your pain may return and then continue to lessen over the next few days as the anti-inflammatory has time to work. You may also feel some discomfort at the treatment site which will subside quickly.
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