As physicians who are experts in the fields of interventional pain medicine, interventional orthopedics, and regenerative medicine, we perform a wide variety of procedures. These procedures are designed to help patients return to what they love doing with less pain. Not only do we want patients to feel better, but we also want them to know what to expect after the procedure. Below, I have included a table and additional information that detail typical recovery times based on the type of procedure performed:
|
Procedure |
How long will I feel pain from the procedure? |
When can I start to feel better? |
When will I feel the maximum benefit? |
How long will this last? |
|
Steroid Injections |
1-2 days |
3-5 days |
2 weeks |
2-3 months |
|
Radiofrequency Ablation |
7-10 days |
4-6 weeks |
8 weeks |
1-3 years |
|
Pulsed Radiofrequency Neuromodulation |
7-10 days |
2-4 weeks |
6-8 weeks |
6-12 months |
|
Cryoablation |
1-10 days |
3-8 weeks |
8 weeks |
8-16 months |
These numbers can vary depending on the procedure, the technique, and what we are treating.
Will I be in pain afterwards?
Yes, patients often report some discomfort after their procedure. It is typically mild to moderate in nature. Very rarely is it severe in intensity. We do our best to help control this with appropriate techniques such as with medications and nerve blocks.
When can I go back to work?
We perform minimally invasive procedures that often require very little down time. Most often, patients are able to go back to work the next day, but occasionally require more time, such as with jobs that are more physically demanding.
What if the procedure doesn’t work?
We do our best to recommend procedures that we feel will be most beneficial. However, there are no guarantees and some patients are not satisfied with their result. Please know that we will continue to work towards a solution, whether that’s through another injection or another treatment alternative all together.
About the Author: Jason G. Attaman, DO, FAAPMR
I am a 66 yr old man
With total shoulder replacements
The left shoulder replacement went well
Although it’s been 10 years.
The right shoulder replacement was damaged by an accident.
Very painful 8 to 10
3 torn ligaments per CT with contrast.
I now live here in Port Orchard
From Escondido, Ca
My PCP is a pain Mgt Md
But I am having a hard time finding a Md here
I need a reverse shoulder replacement per my Orthopedic Md in SoCal
I am in pain And my medications are running low
I have my medical records
To email
I have the First Choice Health PPO
Will you help?
Please