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Chronic Back Pain: Why Pain Persists and How Long-Term Relief Is Possible

Chronic Back Pain: Why Pain Persists and How Long-Term Relief Is Possible

by MAPS Centers For Pain Control | Mar 20, 2026 | Back Pain, Chronic Pain, Pain Management

Summary Chronic back pain — pain lasting three months or longer — isn’t a life sentence, but it does require a different approach than acute pain. It persists because the underlying structural causes (degenerated discs, arthritic joints, weakened postural...
Neuromodulation vs Injections: Which Chronic Pain Treatment Is Right for You?

Neuromodulation vs Injections: Which Chronic Pain Treatment Is Right for You?

by BrandMinded Digital | Jan 7, 2026 | Chronic Pain, Neuromodulation

Summary Both injections and neuromodulation are effective, non-surgical options for chronic pain—but they serve different roles. Injections are often best for diagnostic clarity and short- to mid-term relief, while neuromodulation targets pain signaling itself and is...
DRG Stimulation Explained: Advanced Pain Relief for Nerve and Chronic Pain

DRG Stimulation Explained: Advanced Pain Relief for Nerve and Chronic Pain

by MAPS Centers For Pain Control | Nov 7, 2025 | Neuromodulation

Read Full Transcript DRG stimulation is a stimulation modality that’s similar to spinal cord stimulation in that you always get a temporary trial first for a week before you proceed with a permanent implant. The difference is that the hardware is smaller in diameter,...
How We Help Stop Chronic Pain Without Medication – Neuromodulation

How We Help Stop Chronic Pain Without Medication – Neuromodulation

by MAPS Centers For Pain Control | Nov 4, 2025 | Neuromodulation, Video

Read Full Transcript I’m Dr. Thomas Pontinen with Midwest Anesthesia and Pain Specialists here in Chicago, and today we’re discussing a highly effective pain relief technique called neuromodulation. Neuromodulation is a device that’s implanted under the skin that can...
Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Neuromodulation Therapy?

Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Neuromodulation Therapy?

by MAPS Centers For Pain Control | Oct 23, 2025 | Neuromodulation, Non-Surgical Pain Relief

Understanding If This Advanced Treatment Is Right for You Summary If you’ve lived with chronic nerve pain for months—or even years—and nothing else has helped, you might be a strong candidate for neuromodulation therapy. This advanced, non-surgical treatment uses...

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