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Jun29

DRG Stimulation for CRPS and Focal Nerve Pain

DRG Stimulation for CRPS and Focal Nerve Pain DRG stimulation is a form of neuromodulation that targets the dorsal root ganglion, a cluster of sensory nerves near the spine. It delivers precise electrical pulses to specific pain pathways. This focus makes it especially effective for hard-to-treat focal pain, including Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in…

Jun26

Medial Branch Block vs. Facet Joint Injection

Medial Branch Block vs. Facet Joint Injection: What’s the Difference? A facet joint injection places steroid and anesthetic inside the joint to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. A medial branch block places anesthetic on the small nerves that carry pain signals from the joint, mainly to diagnose the source. Both target facet joint pain, but…

Jun24

SCS Trial vs. Permanent Implant: How It Works

Spinal Cord Stimulator Trial vs. Permanent Implant: How the Two Phases Work A spinal cord stimulator trial is a temporary test using leads placed through a needle, with no incision, worn for about five to seven days. The permanent implant is a minor outpatient surgery that places leads and a battery under the skin. Patients…

Jun22

Spinal Cord Stimulation: What to Expect

person being examined for pinched nerves from herniated disk

Spinal Cord Stimulation: What to Expect Before, During, and After Spinal cord stimulation is a minimally invasive therapy that uses a small implanted device to send mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord. These pulses interrupt pain signals before they reach the brain. Most patients first complete a short trial, then receive a permanent implant…

May5

Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain | What To Know in 2026

Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain: What to Expect, How It Works, and Is It Worth It? Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for back pain is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat from radio waves to disrupt specific nerves responsible for sending pain signals. It is most effective for chronic facet joint pain that has not responded…

Dec19

Are There Minimally Invasive Spine Treatments? Expert Guide | Idaho

patient working with pain management specialists to relieve chronic pain

Are There Minimally Invasive Spine Treatments? Quick Answer Yes, there are numerous minimally invasive spine treatments available today, both surgical and non-surgical. These advanced procedures use smaller incisions, specialized instruments, and image-guided techniques to treat spine conditions with less tissue damage, reduced pain, shorter recovery times, and fewer complications compared to traditional open surgery. Non-surgical…

May13

Types Of Injections For Back Pain

If chronic back pain is limiting your life, spinal injections may offer real relief. Pain and Spine Specialists of Idaho Falls provides safe, image-guided injections like epidural steroids, facet joint injections, and nerve blocks to reduce inflammation, stop pain signals, and avoid surgery. These minimally invasive treatments target the exact source of your pain and…

Mar6

Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation

Dorsal root ganglion stimulation is a minimally invasive, reversible therapy designed to treat chronic pain that hasn’t responded to conservative treatments. It targets specific pain areas—such as the groin, pelvis, knee, and lower limbs—with electrical pulses delivered to nerve cells in the dorsal root ganglia. Patients typically experience significant pain relief, a shorter recovery time,…

Jan20

What Is The Newest Treatment For Spinal Stenosis?

Spinal stenosis causes painful symptoms due to narrowing of the spinal canal. Eventually, this puts immense pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots. While traditional surgery may help, exciting new treatments for spinal stenosis are minimally invasive. For example, when treating lumbar spinal stenosis, spinal decompression now offers safer, faster relief. Learn when spinal…

Jun13

Relieving a Pinched Nerve Lower Back

If you’ve ever experienced a sharp, shooting pain or a persistent dull ache in your lower back, you might be dealing with a pinched nerve. A pinched nerve occurs when excessive pressure is applied to a nerve by surrounding tissues, leading to symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness. At Pain and Spine Specialists…