Pain Treatments—Holistic, Mind Body Spirit

Introduction Why Pain Needs a Holistic Approach

Pain can affect every part of your life—physically, emotionally, and mentally. At Patients Medical in New York City, we understand that pain is not just a symptom to be masked but a signal from the body that something is out of balance. Our integrative approach combines conventional medicine with holistic therapies, addressing the root causes of your pain, not just the discomfort itself. We treat the whole person—not just the pain.

Whether it’s chronic, acute, or nerve-related pain, we offer a mind-body-spirit approach that focuses on healing all aspects of your pain.

What Is Pain?

Pain is a complex physiological response that can be acute or chronic. It can occur due to an injury, inflammation, nerve damage, or an underlying medical condition. Chronic pain, lasting for months or even years, can significantly impair daily activities and quality of life.

Types of Pain:
  • Acute Pain: Short-term pain caused by injury or illness, usually resolving as the body heals.
  • Chronic Pain: Persistent pain that lasts for months or even years, often due to conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, or nerve damage.
  • Neuropathic Pain: Pain caused by nerve damage, often described as burning, tingling, or shooting pain.
  • Inflammatory Pain: Pain associated with inflammation, such as in arthritis or tendinitis.

Common Symptoms of Chronic Pain

Root Causes: Why Do You Experience Chronic Pain?

Understanding the root causes of chronic pain is key to successful treatment. At Patients Medical, we take a functional medicine approach to uncover why you are experiencing pain. Here are some common underlying factors:

  • Injury or Trauma: Previous injuries can lead to ongoing pain, particularly if there are issues with healing or scarring.
  • Chronic Inflammation: Long-term inflammation from conditions like arthritis or autoimmune diseases can lead to ongoing pain.
  • Nerve Damage: Nerve-related pain, such as in neuropathy, can result from conditions like diabetes, shingles, or physical trauma.
  • Muscle Imbalance: Improper posture or overuse of certain muscles can cause musculoskeletal pain and tension.
  • Hormonal Imbalance: Conditions like fibromyalgia and endometriosis can be influenced by hormone levels, leading to increased pain sensitivity.
  • Psychosomatic Pain: Stress, anxiety, and depression can exacerbate or even contribute to physical pain.
  • Nutritional Deficiencies: Lack of essential nutrients like magnesium or vitamin D can worsen musculoskeletal pain and inflammation

Diagnostic Testing We Use

At Patients Medical, we perform advanced testing to determine what’s contributing to your chronic pain. Some of the diagnostic tests include:

Comprehensive Blood Panels

Vitamin D and Magnesium Testing

MRI and X-Rays

Nerve Conduction Studies

Inflammatory Markers

Hormone Panels

Integrative Chronic Pain

Integrative Treatments for Pain

At Patients Medical, we take a holistic approach to pain management, combining conventional medical treatments with alternative therapies. We create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.

Nutritional Therapy

Our team will create an anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense diet plan designed to support your body’s healing processes. This may include:

  • Anti-inflammatory foods such as turmeric, ginger, and omega-3-rich foods.
  • Elimination diets to uncover food sensitivities that may trigger pain.
  • Supplements like glucosamine, chondroitin, and magnesium to support joint and muscle health.

Physical Therapy & Chiropractic Care

Physical therapy helps restore mobility and function by targeting the muscles and joints that contribute to pain. Chiropractic care addresses misalignments in the spine and other areas of the musculoskeletal system.

Acupuncture & Acupressure

These ancient techniques are used to stimulate points on the body that help relieve pain, improve circulation, and balance energy.

Massage Therapy

Therapeutic massage helps alleviate muscle tension, reduce stress, and improve blood flow to reduce pain and improve range of motion.

Stem Cell Therapy & Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

These advanced regenerative therapies help promote tissue healing by utilizing your body’s natural healing processes. PRP and stem cell injections can help repair damaged tissues and reduce pain from conditions like arthritis, tendonitis, and ligament injuries.

IV Vitamin Therapy

Custom IV infusions of vitamins and antioxidants such as vitamin C, magnesium, and glutathione support pain reduction, inflammation control, and overall healing.

Stress Reduction & Mind-Body Therapy

Chronic pain often worsens due to stress. We offer meditation, biofeedback, and relaxation therapies to reduce stress and promote healing.

Hormonal Balancing

Using bioidentical hormones and thyroid optimization, we address imbalances that may exacerbate chronic pain, such as in conditions like fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.

Real Case Study: Sarah’s Journey to Pain Relief

Sarah, age 47, came to us with chronic neck and shoulder pain that had been ongoing for several years. Despite trying various conventional treatments, her pain remained persistent. After comprehensive testing, we discovered muscle imbalances, high levels of inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies.

We designed a 3-month treatment plan that included:

  • Nutritional counseling to reduce inflammation
  • Physical therapy and chiropractic care to address postural issues
  • Stress-reduction techniques like acupuncture and mindfulness
  • IV vitamin therapy for muscle and joint healing

After three months, Sarah’s pain levels decreased significantly, and her range of motion improved. She was able to resume her daily activities with less discomfort and more energy.

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, many chronic pain sufferers find relief with natural treatments such as acupuncture, physical therapy, and nutritional therapy, which help address the root causes of pain.

The time it takes to experience pain relief depends on the severity of the condition and the treatment plan. Many patients start seeing improvement within a few weeks, but long-term relief can take several months.

Some patients can reduce or eliminate medications through natural and holistic treatments, while others may continue medications alongside integrative care to support healing.

Conventional pain management often focuses on symptom relief through medications and procedures. Integrative pain management combines conventional treatments with holistic therapies to address the root causes of pain and promote overall health and healing.

While we are an out-of-network provider, we provide superbills to help with reimbursement. Lab tests and treatments may be partially covered by insurance.

Stem cell therapy can promote healing for certain types of pain, especially when there is joint damage, tendonitis, or ligament injuries. It works by stimulating tissue regeneration.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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