Understanding Pain
Diagnosis & Understanding
4. Neck Pain
1:55
6. Painful Diabetic Neuropathy
1:46
8. Foot Pain
1:50
9. Ankle and Foot Pain
1:46
10. Cancer Pain
1:34
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
2. Bracing
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3. Acupuncture
2:13
4. Physical Therapy
1:35
5. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
2:08
Minimally Invasive & Surgical Treatments
2. Regenerative Medicine
2:06
5. Caudal Epidural
1:33
10. Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
1:39
11. Kyphoplasty and Vertebroplasty
2:05
12. Basivertebral Nerve Ablation
1:36
13. MILD Procedure
2:04
14. Spinal Decompression Surgeries
1:41
15. Artificial Disc Replacement
1:52
Robert Moghim MD
Anchor Healthcare
Cancer Pain
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Cancer pain can result from the cancer itself or its treatments, significantly affecting quality of life and daily function. Tumors may press on nerves, bones, or organs, causing pain, while treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation can also lead to discomfort. Managing cancer pain is a critical part of treatment, and a multimodal approach—combining different therapies—can help improve comfort and well-being.
Pain management depends on the cause, severity, and individual needs. Medications range from over-the-counter pain relievers to prescription opioids for more severe pain. Other interventional options include nerve blocks, epidural injections, Dorsal Root Ganglion (DRG) stimulation, spinal cord stimulation, and intrathecal pain pumps, which deliver medication directly to the spinal fluid for effective, long-term relief. Integrative therapies such as acupuncture, physical therapy, or psychological support can also enhance pain control and improve coping strategies.
Your provider team will develop a personalized pain management plan tailored to your condition and treatment goals. Open communication about your pain levels is essential to ensure effective adjustments. With a multimodal pain management approach, cancer pain can often be controlled, allowing patients to maintain function and quality of life. If you or a loved one is dealing with cancer-related pain, talk to your doctor about the best treatment options available.
FAQs
Are there non-medical approaches to managing cancer pain?
Yes, non-medical approaches can complement traditional pain management methods. Integrative therapies such as acupuncture, physical therapy, and psychological support can enhance pain control by improving coping strategies and overall well-being.
How can medications help in managing cancer pain?
Medications play a crucial role in managing cancer pain. Depending on the severity, they can range from simple pain relievers to stronger prescription opioids. In some cases, medications are delivered directly to the spinal fluid using an intrathecal pain pump for effective, long-term relief.
How is cancer pain typically managed?
Cancer pain management often involves a multimodal approach, which includes a combination of therapies. This can involve medications ranging from over-the-counter pain relievers to prescription opioids. Other interventional techniques like nerve blocks or spinal cord stimulation, and integrative therapies such as acupuncture and physical therapy are also used.
What causes cancer pain?
Cancer pain can result from the tumor itself pressing on nerves, bones, or organs. Additionally, treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation can also cause discomfort or pain.
Why is it important to communicate openly about cancer pain with healthcare providers?
Open communication about cancer pain is essential for tailoring an effective pain management plan. It helps healthcare providers make necessary adjustments to treatment options, ensuring that patients maintain their quality of life and daily function while managing cancer pain.