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Chronic pain can take a serious toll on your quality of life, making even the simplest tasks feel impossible. If you’re searching for a solution, Orthopedic + Fracture Specialists in Portland, OR, is here to help. Our interventional pain specialists are dedicated to identifying and treating the root cause of pain using innovative, minimally invasive techniques designed to reduce discomfort and restore your mobility.
At Orthopedic + Fracture Specialists, we take pride in being a trusted resource for the Portland community for over 90 years. By combining expert care with a personalized approach, we aim to empower you to take back control of your daily life and put your health in motion. Our pain specialists work alongside other orthopedic experts to ensure every possible injury or condition is treated with precision and care.
We’re here to help you take the first step toward relief. Contact us today to schedule your appointment with a skilled interventional pain management specialist and rediscover comfort in your daily life.
Interventional pain management focuses on diagnosing and treating chronic pain through targeted, minimally invasive procedures. These procedures not only alleviate discomfort but also aim to improve long-term quality of life for patients living with persistent pain.
Unlike conventional pain relief solutions, this approach goes beyond masking symptoms by addressing the source of the pain, providing lasting relief and helping you get back to enjoying your favorite activities.
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Our interventional pain management specialists are highly trained experts in diagnosing and treating chronic pain conditions. Here’s what sets us apart:
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Dr. Ryan D. Thompson is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Thompson earned his D.O. at Western University of Health Sciences in Lebanon, Oregon, completed his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at The Ohio State University, and completed a pain medicine fellowship at University of Iowa Health Care. He performs epidural steroid injections, nerve root and medial branch blocks, radiofrequency ablation, EMG and nerve conduction studies, and ultrasound-guided injections. Read Dr. Thompson's full bio.
Interventional pain management is effective for a variety of conditions, including back and neck pain, joint and nerve pain (knee, shoulder, hip) and chronic conditions such as arthritis. It’s also commonly used for treating sciatica, herniated discs, and migraine-related pain.
These techniques focus on targeting the nerves and areas causing pain. For instance, epidural steroid injections reduce inflammation, nerve blocks numb the source of discomfort, and radiofrequency ablation interrupts pain signals sent to the brain. These procedures are minimally invasive and generally require little to no recovery time.
Results vary depending on the procedure and condition being treated, but many patients report significant relief within days or weeks, with some treatments offering immediate improvements. Our specialists will work closely with you to monitor progress and adjust your care plan if needed.
Our online scheduling system lets you book an appointment with one of our interventional pain specialists in just a few clicks. Simply request an appointment online. We look forward to helping you reduce pain, regain mobility, and get back to living life on your terms.
If you receive sedation, you'll need a responsible adult to drive you home. Even without sedation, some injections can cause temporary numbness or weakness, so we recommend planning for a ride. Our team will let you know what to expect when you schedule.
Steroid injections are usually limited to a few per year in the same area to reduce side effects, such as effects on bone, skin and blood sugar. Your physician will decide how often is safe for you based on how long your relief lasts and your overall health.
Radiofrequency ablation uses heat to quiet the small nerves that carry pain signals from arthritic spine joints. Relief often lasts six to twelve months or longer, and the procedure can be repeated if the pain returns. Before RFA, a test nerve block helps confirm it's likely to work for you.
