Chronic pain is defined as pain that persists for more than 3-6 months and may be associated with various diseases or can be idiopathic (without a clear cause).

Reasons to Consult an Algologist

• Headaches: migraines, tension-type headaches, and cluster headaches
• Neuropathic pain caused by damage or dysfunction of nerves, such as:
  • Trigeminal neuralgia
  • Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
  • Postherpetic neuralgia
• Musculoskeletal pain arising from issues with muscles, joints, or bones, including:
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Back pain (for example, herniated discs)
• Postoperative pain
• Cancer-related pain
• Pain associated with fibromyalgia syndrome and similar conditions

1. Medications:

   Algologists utilize a variety of medications for pain control, including:

   • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
   • Analgesics
   • Hormonal and steroid medications
   • Antidepressants and anticonvulsants for neuropathic pain
   • Local anesthetics
2. Injection Techniques:
   • Nerve blocks
   • Epidural injections
   • Sclerotherapy
3. Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
4. Radiofrequency Ablation