Chronic Pain Treatment at Arizona’s Leading Pain Clinic in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, and Mesa

If long-term pain is affecting your ability to work, sleep, or enjoy daily life, our expert pain doctors at The Pain Experts of Arizona offer compassionate, comprehensive treatment for chronic pain. At our pain clinics in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, and Mesa, our pain specialists develop customized care plans to help you manage symptoms, improve mobility, and return to the life you deserve.

What Is Chronic Pain?

Chronic pain is defined as persistent pain that lasts for six months or more—even after the original injury or condition has healed. Unlike acute pain, which serves as a warning sign of injury, chronic pain can persist without a clear physical cause. It often affects multiple areas of life, contributing to fatigue, depression, anxiety, and decreased mobility. At The Pain Experts of Arizona, our approach is holistic: we treat not only the physical symptoms but also the emotional and psychological effects of chronic pain.

Symptoms of Chronic Pain

Chronic pain presents differently for every patient. While the physical sensation of pain is often the most obvious symptom, other issues may arise over time, including:

• Sleep disturbances or insomnia

• Anxiety or depression

• Difficulty concentrating

• Decreased mobility and flexibility

• Muscle weakness

• Fatigue and irritability

• Loss of appetite or weight gain

Our pain doctors understand the wide-reaching impact of chronic pain and offer treatments that address both the physical and emotional components of your condition.

Treatment Options for Chronic Pain

At our Arizona pain clinics, our pain specialists create individualized treatment plans that often involve a combination of therapies. Effective treatment typically includes both medical and lifestyle interventions. Options may include:

• Physical therapy – Tailored exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance

• Lifestyle changes – Diet, weight management, and posture adjustments

• Psychotherapy – Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to manage the emotional effects of pain

• Massage therapy and acupuncture – For natural relief and stress reduction

• Yoga and meditation – To improve mental focus, mobility, and reduce pain perception

• Pain injections – Such as epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, or joint injections

• Electrical stimulation – Spinal cord stimulation and TENS therapy for nerve-related pain

• Over-the-counter and prescription medications – Including non-opioid analgesics, antidepressants, and anticonvulsants

• Surgery – Considered only when less invasive methods fail and a clear surgical cause is present

Our pain doctors in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, and Mesa monitor each treatment closely, making adjustments as needed to ensure the best possible results.

Diagnosing Chronic Pain

Chronic pain can be difficult to diagnose, especially when there is no identifiable injury or disease. When you visit The Pain Experts of Arizona, your pain specialist will begin with a thorough medical history and physical examination. You may be asked to describe:

• The onset and pattern of your pain

• Associated symptoms such as fatigue, numbness, or swelling

• Any previous treatments and their effectiveness

To aid diagnosis, we may also order:

• MRI or CT scans

• Electrodiagnostic tests

• Blood or urine tests

• Bone scans or neurological exams

This thorough process helps our pain doctors develop a complete understanding of your condition and design the most effective treatment plan.

Types of Chronic Pain We Treat

Chronic pain is not a one-size-fits-all condition. Our pain specialists treat a wide range of chronic pain types at our Arizona clinics, including:

• Arthritis pain (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)

• Neuropathic pain (nerve damage or diabetic neuropathy)

• Post-surgical or post-traumatic pain

• Headaches and migraines

• Lower back and neck pain

• Joint pain in the knees, shoulders, or hips

• Cancer-related pain

• Widespread pain conditions like fibromyalgia or CRPS

No matter the type of pain, our pain clinic is committed to finding the right solution for you.

Common Causes of Chronic Pain

Chronic pain can result from injuries, medical conditions, or no identifiable cause at all. Common contributors include:

• Degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis or spinal stenosis

• Past injuries that didn’t heal properly

• Repetitive motion or poor posture

• Autoimmune conditions like lupus or inflammatory bowel disease

• Endometriosis or other chronic gynecologic conditions

• Fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome

• TMJ disorders or interstitial cystitis

If you’re unsure what’s causing your pain, our experienced pain doctors can guide you through diagnosis and help you understand your condition.

Fast Facts About Chronic Pain

• Chronic pain affects over 100 million adults in the U.S.

• Globally, more than 1.5 billion people live with chronic pain

• Women and BIPOC individuals are disproportionately affected

• Chronic pain costs the U.S. economy over $500 billion annually in lost productivity and healthcare

• Despite its prevalence, chronic pain receives less than 1% of NIH research funding

Call us today at 480-950-9393 to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward feeling better.

The Pain Experts of Arizona – Your Partners in Pain Relief and Recovery.

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