Experience pain relief and get the care you deserve at OC Wellness Physicians Medical Group in Irvine. We offer a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to pain management and optimal living, ensuring you receive the highest quality care possible.

At OC Wellness Physicians Medical Group, we understand that you are more than just your symptoms. Our integrative approach to pain management takes into account your overall health history, activity level, physical stressors, and wellness goals. By doing so, we aim to restore your health and improve your quality of life.

Our unique approach allows us to thoroughly understand your individual circumstances and determine the most suitable pain management treatments and effective therapies for your specific needs.

Understanding Pain Management

Pain can be incredibly disruptive and have a significant impact on your life. It can be debilitating and frustrating, affecting your sleep, concentration at work, daily activities, and time spent with friends and family. Whether you’re experiencing acute pain, chronic pain, or pain resulting from an injury, surgery, or automobile accident, finding a solution is crucial.

Pain management programs aim to provide relief so you can enjoy life to the fullest. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 50 million American adults (20.4% of the U.S. adult population) experience chronic pain, defined as pain experienced on most days or every day for at least six months.

At OC Wellness Physicians Medical Group in Irvine, our interventional pain management specialists focus on diagnosing and managing both chronic and acute pain. Our team collaborates to develop a comprehensive, personalized plan for each patient, incorporating physical medicine, alternative treatments, and sports medicine options.

We prioritize conservative, non-invasive modalities to address the underlying cause of your pain, working within your body’s natural healing process. Drugs and surgeries are only recommended as a last resort. Additionally, our patients learn valuable self-care, movement, and stretching techniques to prevent future pain recurrence.

The majority of our patients experience significant improvement through our comprehensive treatment options, including Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Acupuncture, Laser Therapy, and Massage Therapy.

Some patients may require advanced pain relief options, such as regenerative medicine, to continue their corrective care program. Our state-of-the-art interventional pain management treatments at OC Wellness Physicians Medical Group in Irvine include, but are not limited to:

1. Epidural Steroid Injections: This non-surgical treatment involves injecting steroids and local anesthetics into the epidural space, the area surrounding the spinal cord. Epidural steroid injections can help reduce inflammation and provide pain relief in the neck, mid-back, or lower back.
2. Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA): RFA is a minimally invasive procedure that uses radiofrequency waves to generate heat, which destroys the nerve tissue responsible for transmitting pain signals. This treatment is often used to alleviate chronic pain in the neck, back, and joints.
3. Nerve Blocks: During a nerve block, a local anesthetic and sometimes a steroid are injected into the area around a specific nerve or group of nerves. This temporary interruption of pain signals can provide both pain relief and diagnostic information about the source of the pain.
4. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): PRP is a regenerative therapy that uses a patient’s platelets to accelerate healing and reduce inflammation. PRP injections can be used to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, such as tendinitis, ligament injuries, and osteoarthritis.
5. Stem Cell Therapy: This innovative treatment utilizes stem cells, which have the ability to regenerate into different types of cells, and inject them into the site of injury or degeneration. Stem cell therapy promotes the body’s natural healing process and can help regenerate cartilage, muscle, and other tissues.

Identifying the Source of Pain

Unlike many physicians, we do not believe in merely masking the pain with narcotic medications. Frequently prescribed pain-relieving drugs, such as Vicodin, Morphine, or Percocet, can have numerous adverse side effects. While these drugs may provide temporary relief, they do not address the underlying cause of your pain and can potentially lead to addiction.

Our approach to patient care begins with asking the right questions and carefully listening to your situation, allowing us to gather an accurate history of your pain. Following a comprehensive examination, we identify the root cause of your problem. Our team of specialists then formulates a complete, personalized pain therapy program to address this root cause.

Integrative Approaches to Pain Management

Most treatment plans include customized prescriptions for physical therapy, chiropractic care, and rehabilitation. We utilize an integrative approach to correct the underlying cause of your pain, addressing the issue from multiple angles and prescribing various modalities to provide immediate relief and long-lasting results.

We employ an interdisciplinary method to address, manage, and help eliminate your pain. By combining Interventional Pain Management & Sports Medicine Therapies with Alternative Medicine, we bring together the most effective modalities to alleviate your pain as quickly as possible.

Interventional Pain Management & Regenerative Therapy

Our interventional pain management specialists offer a wide array of advanced therapies, such as epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, and radiofrequency ablation, which target the precise source of pain to provide relief. For patients suffering from chronic pain, regenerative medicine techniques like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and stem cell injections may help accelerate the body’s natural healing process, reducing inflammation and promoting tissue repair.

Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care is an essential component of our integrative approach to pain management. Our skilled chiropractors address musculoskeletal imbalances, spinal misalignments, and nervous system interference that may contribute to your pain. By restoring proper alignment and enhancing joint mobility, chiropractic adjustments can alleviate pain, improve function, and promote long-term health.

Physical Therapy

Our physical therapists work closely with patients to design customized rehabilitation programs that enhance flexibility, strength, and overall function. Utilizing a combination of therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities such as electrical stimulation and ultrasound, physical therapy helps to improve muscle balance, correct posture, and alleviate pain.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient practice that has been used for centuries to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and restore balance within the body. Our licensed acupuncturists apply thin, sterile needles to specific points on the body, stimulating the flow of energy (qi) and promoting natural healing processes. Acupuncture can be an effective treatment for many types of pain, including migraines, lower back pain, and neuropathic pain.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is a valuable addition to our integrative pain management approach, as it helps to release muscle tension, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation. Our skilled massage therapists use various techniques, such as deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, and trigger point therapy, to target areas of pain and discomfort, providing relaxation and relief.

A Team of Dedicated Professionals

At OC Wellness Physicians Medical Group in Irvine, our team of dedicated professionals works collaboratively to provide a comprehensive, personalized approach to pain management. Our specialists include physicians, chiropractors, physical therapists, acupuncturists, massage therapists, and Pilates instructors, all working together to ensure that your care is coordinated and effective.

Our commitment to your health and well-being goes beyond just treating your symptoms. We strive to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to live a pain-free, active, and healthy life. By providing compassionate care and evidence-based treatments, our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your wellness goals and improve your quality of life.

At OC Wellness Physicians Medical Group in Irvine, we are proud to provide the highest quality pain management services to our patients. Our state-of-the-art facilities, advanced treatment options, and caring team of professionals are here to help you on your journey to pain-free living. To learn more about our services or to schedule a consultation, please contact us today.