ReliefWhat you've tried
vs. what works.
Most chronic pain patients spend 2–4 years in a cycle of general practitioners, referrals, and medications that address the signal — not the source. Here's where that cycle ends.
2.8 years
from first symptom to first interventional consultation — time most patients spend on approaches that don't reach the source
| Aspect | What You've Tried | What Relief Does |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Method | Patient history + physical exam only | Fluoroscopic-guided nerve mapping Real-time imaging pinpoints the exact anatomical source |
| First Response | OTC ibuprofen, rest, heat pad | Nerve conduction velocity studies Measures signal speed to identify compressed or damaged nerves |
| Referral Pathway | GP → Ortho → Wait list (avg. 4–6 months) | Direct specialist intake within 5 business days No referral chain — you speak to the interventionalist directly |
| Pain Classification | Scale of 1–10, self-reported only | Quantitative sensory testing + pain mapping Objective measurement of pain thresholds by nerve territory |
| Treatment Approach | Medication management, physical therapy | Targeted interventional procedures Address the structural source, not the symptom pathway |
| Outcome Tracking | Subjective follow-up at next appointment | Structured 4-week functional reassessment Pain scores, medication use, and activity metrics tracked together |
Three tools. One goal.
No jargon left unexplained.
Every treatment we offer is mapped to a specific type of pain, a specific anatomical structure. Compare them below — then ask us which one fits your case.
Anti-inflammatory corticosteroid delivered directly to the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord.
Fluoroscopic guidance ensures the needle reaches the exact epidural space. Steroid reduces inflammation compressing the nerve root. Pain signals decrease as swelling subsides.
| Metric | ESI | RFA | SCS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Procedure Time | 15–20 min | 30–60 min | Trial: 45–60 min · Permanent: 2–3 hrs |
| Recovery Window | 24–48 hours | 1–3 weeks | 2–4 weeks (full) |
| Expected Relief | 3–6 months | 12–24 months | Long-term (device lifespan 5–10 years) |
Treatment recommendations are made only after diagnostic consultation. The comparison above reflects general clinical data — individual outcomes vary based on pain etiology, duration, and overall health.
Not promises.
Measured results.
These numbers come from our patient outcomes database — 847 patients, tracked at 30, 60, and 90 days post-procedure. Specificity is our standard.
847
patients tracked across ESI, RFA, and SCS procedures · 2022–2025
Average Pain Scale (0–10)
Measured at 90 days post-procedure using validated NRS scoring
90 daysOpioid Dependency Rate
Patients actively using opioid prescriptions at intake vs. 6-month follow-up
6 monthsPatients Back to Full Work Capacity
Defined as returning to pre-injury occupational duties without restriction
6 monthsReporting Restorative Sleep
PSQI score improvement, pain-related sleep disruption measured at intake and 60-day follow-up
60 daysMarcus Delgado
“I hadn't lifted anything over 20 lbs in two years. Three weeks after the RFA I was back on-site.”
Sandra Okonkwo
“My GP kept adjusting my prescription. Relief found the disc that had been compressing my nerve since 2019.”
Raymond Chu
“Two surgeries and the pain was still there. The SCS trial changed everything — I actually slept through the night.”
Your pain has a location.
Let's find it.
The assessment takes 3 minutes. A specialist calls you within one business day. There's no commitment — just a conversation about what you've been carrying.
Pain mapping call
A specialist reviews your assessment and asks clarifying questions about your history
Diagnostic consultation
In-clinic evaluation including nerve conduction studies and fluoroscopic imaging
Treatment plan
A specific, evidence-based protocol — not a generic prescription
We accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, and Workers' Compensation. Self-pay options available.
Pain Assessment
3 minutes · No commitment
Where is your primary pain?
Select the area that bothers you most
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