Effective Relief for ARTHRITIS
Don't let Arthritis Limit Your Life
Arthritis is a condition that causes joint inflammation, swelling, and pain, most commonly from the gradual breakdown of cartilage between bones. This “wear and tear” process increases friction and pressure within the joint, leading to discomfort and stiffness.
Arthritis can be influenced by lifestyle, weight, occupation, family history, smoking, injuries, prior surgery, and ergonomics. Other forms of arthritis include rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, lupus, and psoriatic arthritis. At Pain, Spine & Joint Center of the Alleghenies, we provide interventional pain management treatments to help relieve arthritis pain and improve mobility.
Symptoms of Arthritis
Arthritis symptoms can vary depending on the type and severity of joint involvement. Common symptoms include:
- Joint pain: Persistent discomfort in one or more joints, especially during movement or activity.
- Stiffness: Difficulty moving joints, particularly in the morning or after periods of inactivity.
- Swelling: Inflammation around the joint may cause visible swelling or tenderness.
- Reduced range of motion: Joints may feel tight or harder to move normally.
- Warmth or redness: Some arthritic conditions can cause the affected joint to feel warm or appear red.
- Pain that worsens with activity: Symptoms may increase with movement and improve with rest.
Arthritis Treatments Options
Physical Therapy
Strengthens muscles, improves joint stability, and reduces stiffness.
Ultrasound-Guided Muscle Injections
Precisely delivers medication to affected joints to reduce pain and swelling.
Ultrasound-Guided Muscle Injections
Targets surrounding soft tissue pain to improve mobility.
Medication Management
Helps control pain and inflammation through targeted medications.
Nerve Blocks
Interrupt pain signals from irritated nerves for relief.
Regenerative Medicine (Platelet-Rich Plasma – PRP)
Uses the patient’s own blood components to support tissue healing and reduce inflammation.
Trigger Point Injections
Relieves painful muscle knots that can develop around arthritic joints.
Radiofrequency Ablation (Rhizotomy)
Uses heat to disrupt pain-transmitting nerves for longer-lasting relief.
Surgery Referral
For severe joint damage, patients may be referred to an orthopedist to consider joint replacement.
What Our Patients Say
"Very happy with my experience here. Nerve ablation has me regaining some of my movement and that's been a great blessing."
"Extremely friendly and competent staff. Organized & compassionate. Dr Vollmer is phenomenal!! I strongly recommend him to everyone. Knowledgeable, great technical skills, caring and friendly."
Take the First Step Toward Relief
Don’t let pain control your life. Our expert team at the Pain, Spine & Joint Center of the Alleghenies is here to help you find relief, restore mobility, and improve your quality of life. Schedule your consultation today and start your journey toward a pain-free future.