Regenerative Therapy for Chronic Pain: How It Helps
Chronic pain can affect many parts of life, making everyday tasks difficult. People often look for ways to manage pain that fit their lifestyle and health needs. Regenerative therapy for
Home Epidural Steroid Injections
Cervical epidural steroid injections are a non-surgical, image-guided option that may be considered for patients experiencing neck pain or nerve-related symptoms. These injections are used as part of a personalized care plan designed to help reduce pain and inflammation and may improve function in certain patients.
Nerve irritation or inflammation in the cervical spine can sometimes cause symptoms such as neck pain or discomfort that may extend into the shoulders or arms. Dr. Silky Patel performs a thorough evaluation to determine whether an epidural steroid injection may be appropriate based on your diagnosis.
During the procedure, medication is placed into the epidural space of the spine using imaging guidance to support accurate placement. This approach is used as an option to help decrease pain and inflammation in certain patients.
Epidural steroid injections may be considered when symptoms persist despite other non-surgical approaches. Dr. Patel discusses all available options and determines the most appropriate plan based on your evaluation and clinical findings.
Cervical epidural steroid injections may be considered for patients experiencing neck pain or nerve-related symptoms based on their evaluation and diagnosis. The number of injections, if recommended, depends on the patient’s condition, symptoms, and clinical findings.
Dr. Silky Patel performs a detailed evaluation to determine whether this procedure may be appropriate as part of a plan designed to help reduce pain and improve function in certain patients.
Conditions that may be evaluated include:
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Dr. Silky Patel is a double board-certified pain management physician in Houston, TX with over 15 years of experience in interventional spine and musculoskeletal care. She focuses on evaluating conditions such as facet arthrosis, sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction, and degenerative disc changes, and offers personalized, non-surgical options designed to help reduce pain and improve function. Based on your evaluation and diagnosis, a range of interventional and non-surgical options may be considered, including:
Living with chronic pain can affect every part of your life. Our team offers personalized, evidence-based care designed to help reduce pain and improve function based on your individual evaluation.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) injections are offered as part of regenerative medicine options and are designed to support the body’s natural healing response and may help reduce pain and inflammation in certain patients.
This type of injection places numbing medicine at the nerves of the neck and back arthritic joints. For example, facet arthropathy, spondylosis, or spine arthritis, can occur in the neck or low back. After a test block, known as a medial branch block, proves effective, Radiofrequency Ablation can be performed.
Having enough experience in practicing non-surgical procedures, Dr. Patel has remarkable expertise in joint injections. Joint injections may be considered as an option to help reduce pain and inflammation in certain patients based on their evaluation and diagnosis.
Whether you are suffering from muscle pains or if you want to get relief from stiff or stressed muscles, Trigger point injections may be used as an option to help reduce muscle-related pain in certain patients. Trigger point injections can be very helpful in soothing Myalgia (muscle knots, aches, inflammation or pain) in your back and neck.
Dr. Silky Patel may recommend Electromyography EMG and nerve conduction studies (NCS) are used to evaluate nerve and muscle function as part of the diagnostic process. Nerve or muscle diseases such as a pinched spinal nerve, peripheral neuropathy, myositis, and carpal tunnel syndrome can be easily identified by performing EMG/NCS tests.
Botox injections may be considered for certain conditions such as muscle-related pain or spasms based on clinical evaluation. Botox injections may also be considered as part of a management plan for certain patients based on evaluation.
The Vertiflex procedure may be considered for certain patients with lumbar spinal stenosis based on evaluation and diagnosis. This minimally invasive procedure involves placing an implant in the spine to help relieve pressure associated with certain positions such as standing or walking.
The MILD procedure may be considered for certain patients with lumbar spinal stenosis who experience difficulty with standing or walking, and may help reduce pain and improve function. Dr. Patel takes proper care of patients while practicing this safe outpatient “Minimally Invasive Lumbar decompression” MILD procedure.
The SI joint is where the spinal column meets the pelvis, and this joint can become inflamed, causing SI joint pain. SI joint pain can feel like low back pain and can sometimes track down the leg. SI joint pain is caused by arthritis, and can also be felt during and after pregnancy. Dr Patel can inject your SI joint to help decrease your pain.
Kyphoplasty/vertebroplasty procedures help by putting a type of 'cement' in a broken vertebrae. Vertebrae can be diagnosed with compression fractures caused by osteoporosis or falls. Without this treatment, compression fractures can be very painful and cause your spine to shorten.
Chronic pain can affect many parts of life, making everyday tasks difficult. People often look for ways to manage pain that fit their lifestyle and health needs. Regenerative therapy for
Sciatica can significantly disrupt daily activities and reduce overall comfort. For many in Houston and nearby communities, the search for effective management options is ongoing. Dr. Silky Patel MD brings
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) offers a minimally invasive option for managing pain linked to spinal and joint conditions. Many patients in Houston and nearby communities seek clarity on radiofrequency ablation side
Epidural steroid injections are minimally invasive, image-guided procedures that may be considered for patients experiencing spine-related or nerve-related symptoms. During the procedure, medication is placed into the epidural space of the spine. These injections are used as an option to help reduce pain and inflammation and may improve function in certain patients, based on evaluation and diagnosis.
Epidural steroid injections may be considered for patients with spine-related or nerve-related symptoms, including those associated with disc concerns, spinal stenosis, or nerve irritation. Dr. Gunjan Silky Patel performs a detailed evaluation to determine whether this procedure is appropriate based on the patient’s condition.
Response to epidural steroid injections can vary depending on the patient and the underlying condition. Some individuals may notice changes in symptoms over time, while others may require additional evaluation or alternative options. These injections are used as part of a plan to help reduce pain and improve function in certain patients.
Epidural steroid injections are typically performed using local anesthesia. Patients may feel mild pressure or discomfort during the procedure. Dr. Silky Patel uses image guidance to support accuracy and patient comfort.
Epidural steroid injections are generally considered a low-risk option when performed by a qualified physician. As with any procedure, there are potential risks. Dr. Silky Patel uses image-guided techniques and follows standard safety protocols during all procedures.
Response timing can vary depending on the individual and the condition being evaluated. Some patients may notice changes in symptoms over time, while others may require additional follow-up or alternative approaches.
The number of injections, if recommended, depends on the patient’s diagnosis, response, and overall health. Dr. Gunjan Silky Patel evaluates each case individually and provides recommendations based on clinical findings.
Epidural steroid injections may be considered as part of a non-surgical approach for certain patients. Dr. Silky Patel discusses all appropriate options based on evaluation and helps determine the most suitable plan for each patient.