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Why Physical Therapy Is Often Part of an Interventional Pain Treatment Plan

Our Team | 10/23/2026

Learn how physical therapy can complement pain procedures by improving strength, mobility, function, and movement patterns.

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What Is a Stellate Ganglion Block?

Our Team | 10/21/2026

Learn what a stellate ganglion block is, how it affects sympathetic nerves, and when this image guided procedure may be considered.

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What Causes Shoulder Impingement?

Our Team | 10/16/2026

Learn what causes shoulder impingement, common symptoms, and treatment options for pain involving the rotator cuff and surrounding tissues.

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When Is Radiofrequency Ablation Considered for Back or Neck Pain?

Our Team | 10/14/2026

Learn when radiofrequency ablation may be considered for chronic facet joint pain and how the procedure reduces pain signals.

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Understanding Spinal Stenosis and Treatment Options

Our Team | 10/09/2026

Learn how spinal stenosis causes narrowing around the spinal nerves and explore treatment options for associated pain and weakness.

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What Is Occipital Neuralgia?

Our Team | 10/07/2026

Learn how occipital nerve irritation can cause sharp or burning head pain and what treatment options may help relieve symptoms.

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What Are Trigger Point Injections?

Our Team | 10/02/2026

Learn how trigger points can cause muscle pain and stiffness and how trigger point injections may help relieve myofascial pain.

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Understanding Lumbar Radiculopathy and Sciatica

Our Team | 09/30/2026

Learn what causes lumbar radiculopathy and sciatica, common symptoms, and treatment options for irritated or compressed spinal nerves.

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What Is Cervical Dystonia and How Can Botox Help?

Our Team | 09/25/2026

Learn how cervical dystonia causes painful neck spasms and abnormal movement, and how Botox may help reduce muscle overactivity.

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Botox for Chronic Migraine: What Patients Should Know

Our Team | 09/23/2026

Learn how Botox may help prevent chronic migraines, who may qualify, and what patients can expect during treatment.

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Botox for Cervical Dystonia: What to Expect

Our Team | 09/18/2026

Learn how Botox is used for cervical dystonia, what the treatment involves, and what patients may experience afterward.

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Knee Gel Injections for Arthritis: What Patients Should Know

Our Team | 09/16/2026

Learn how knee gel injections work, who may be a candidate, and what to expect from viscosupplementation for knee arthritis.

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Trigger Point Injections for Muscle Pain: What to Expect

Our Team | 09/11/2026

Learn how trigger point injections may help certain types of muscle pain and what patients can expect during treatment.

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Sciatica vs. Lower Back Pain: What Is the Difference?

Our Team | 09/09/2026

Sciatica and lower back pain are not the same. Learn the symptoms that may indicate nerve irritation and when to seek care.

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SI Joint Pain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Our Team | 09/04/2026

Learn how SI joint pain can cause lower back and buttock pain and how physicians diagnose and treat the condition.

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Bone Marrow Concentrate vs. PRP: What’s the Difference?

Our Team | 09/02/2026

Learn how PRP and bone marrow concentrate differ, what each treatment uses, and how doctors choose between orthobiologic options.

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Radiofrequency Ablation Recovery: What to Expect

Our Team | 08/28/2026

Learn what recovery after radiofrequency ablation can look like, including soreness, activity, and when pain relief may begin.

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PRP vs. Cortisone Injections for Joint Pain: What’s the Difference?

Our Team | 08/26/2026

Compare PRP and cortisone injections for joint pain, including how they work, recovery, and which option may fit your goals.

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PRP for Knee Osteoarthritis in NYC

Our Team | 08/21/2026

Learn how PRP may help knee arthritis pain, who may be a candidate, and what to expect before and after treatment.

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Why Some Injuries Heal Slowly

Our Team | 08/19/2026

Explore why tendon and ligament injuries may linger and how PRP or bone marrow concentrate may support recovery.

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