By Dallas Pain Institute, Pain Management Specialists in Dallas, TX
Veterans often do not experience relief upon leaving military service. From injuries and surgeries, to wear-and-tear issues caused by service life itself, chronic pain remains an everyday reality for millions of U.S. veterans. According to recent findings from the US Pain Foundation’s flyer on veteran treatment at VA clinics, over 50% are experiencing chronic pain; nearly one out of five experienced high impact chronic pain that limited daily activities and quality of life.
At Dallas Pain Institute, we honor veterans not just with words but with action. Our clinics in Forney, Greenville, Sherman & Rowlette, TX provides comprehensive pain management solutions tailored to help address the complex and long-term discomfort many veterans experience post service.
Understanding Veterans’ Pain: Going Beyond Physical
Military service can lead to a wide variety of pain conditions, ranging from back and joint discomfort to nerve damage, headaches, amputations and trauma-related pain. Furthermore, veterans may suffer from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or depression which compound this experience of chronic discomfort, thus making holistic pain management essential.
The United States Pain Foundation emphasizes the fact that pain is more than simply an unpleasant symptom; it requires professional, individualized care from experienced providers such as Dallas Pain Institute. We couldn’t agree more.
How We Help: Personalized Pain Management for Veterans in North Dallas
Our team of board-certified pain management specialists in Dallas, TX understand the unique challenges veterans face. We offer evidence-based treatments to manage pain and improve quality of life, such as:
- Nerve blocks and spinal injections offer effective pain management solutions.
- Radiofrequency ablation regenerative therapies (PRP and stem cell).
- Spinal cord stimulation / medication management and chronic headache treatment
- Neuropathic pain relief
- Physical therapy referrals.
- Behavior and emotional support resources
No matter the cause of your pain, chronic backache, neuropathy or post-surgical discomfort, our team can work with you to devise a tailor-made plan tailored specifically to meet your goals and needs.
Explore More from the U.S. Pain Foundation
We strongly urge veterans and their families to access the U.S. Pain Foundation flyer which offers important insight into chronic pain in veteran communities, with statistics including these:
- More than 50% of veterans receiving VA care report chronic discomfort.
- About 20% of those living with high-impact chronic pain live with it on a daily basis.
- Veteran are more likely to experience pain than the general population.
- Many struggle with barriers to treatment, including stigmatization and lack of access to alternative options such as non-opioid medication.
Question and Answer (FAQs)
Q: In Dallas, do veterans require referrals in order to access pain management care services?
A: While certain insurance plans or VA programs require referrals, Dallas Pain Institute accepts various forms of insurance and works closely with VA offices. Please reach out to our front desk to verify requirements.
Q: What kinds of pain do you treat?
A: We specialize in treating back, neck, joint, nerve and migraine pain as well as post-surgical discomfort and more. See a full list of common pain conditions here.
Q: Do you offer non-opioid pain management options?
A: Yes. We specialize in non-opioid and interventional treatments like injections, ablation procedures and neuromodulation therapies to provide veterans with relief without dependence.
Q: Can veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) still receive treatment?
A: Absolutely, and our multidisciplinary approach takes into account both your mental health and physical pain needs.
Chronic Pain Relief for Veterans: Personalized Treatment at Dallas Pain Institute
At Dallas Pain Institute, we take great pride in supporting those who have served their nation. If you are a veteran living with chronic pain in Dallas, TX don’t wait, contact us immediately so you can receive the assistance that is rightfully yours.
Together we can move from awareness to action, and from suffering to relief.
Rowlett, TX: 7700 Lakeview Pkwy, Suite 100B, Rowlett, TX 75088. (469) 653-0222
Sherman, TX: 1001 E Sara Swamy Dr., Suite 220, Sherman, TX 75090. (903) 892-1999
Greenville, TX: 4400 IH 30, Suite 300, Greenville, TX 75402. (469) 653-0222
Forney, TX: 763 E US Hwy 80, Ste 240, Forney, TX 75126. (469) 653-0222