How Is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome Treated in Staten Island, NY?

Common questions asked by patients: What treatments are available for failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS)? What causes ongoing pain after back surgery, and how is FBSS diagnosed? Can physical therapy and non-surgical treatments help manage failed back surgery syndrome symptoms? Are spinal injections or advanced pain management options effective for FBSS? When should I see a pain specialist for failed back surgery syndrome treatment? For more information, contact us today or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 565 Jewett Ave, Staten Island, NY 10302.

What treatments are available for failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS)?

If you are still experiencing pain after a previous spine surgery, our team offers specialized, compassionate care utilizing the latest advancements in pain management:

● Targeted Physical Therapy: Gentle, customized rehabilitation to rebuild strength and mobility around the previous surgical site.

● Comprehensive Medication Management: Utilizing NSAIDs, specialized pain relievers, and, when strictly necessary, opioids.

● Psychological Support: Counseling and therapeutic support to help manage the heavy emotional toll of chronic post-surgical pain.

● Advanced Injection Therapies: Deep trigger point injections, medial branch nerve blocks, and epidural steroid injections to locate and block pain signals.

● Radiofrequency Ablation (Rhizotomy): Using heat to temporarily disable the nerves responsible for transmitting pain from the spinal joints.

● Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS): An advanced neuromodulation device that intercepts pain signals before they reach the brain.

● Revision Surgery: A second operation or reoperation, carefully considered only when a clear, correctable anatomical issue is identified.