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Have you wondered about visiting a spine specialist in Houston, Texas? Despite getting conventional treatment, if you are experiencing debilitating back, neck, arm, or leg pain, then you should consider consulting Dr. Silky Patel for Spinal Cord Stimulation treatment. Whether you need treatment for spinal cord stimulation or peripheral nerve stimulation, Dr. Patel will be ready to schedule an appointment with you to discuss the treatment and pain management options.
Spinal Cord Stimulation is a medical procedure that can be useful in targeting specific nerves to interrupt pain signals reaching the brain. By delivering low or mild electrical impulses to spinal cords or nerves, Spinal Cord Stimulation treatment can be really beneficial in providing pain relief. Dr. Silky Patel, a spine specialist in Houston may recommend using spinal stimulation treatment when your back pain or neck pain becomes unbearable or all other pain treatments have no effect. This effective therapy involves Spinal Cord Stimulator, a device to be implanted near the spinal cord to deliver mild electrical signals and eliminate the pain. The patient suffering from intense back or neck pain can also adjust the intensity of the electric signals accordingly to the severity and frequency of the pain.
Spinal cord stimulators that are implanted beside the spinal cord will have a small pulse generator, wires with multiple leads, a remote control, and a charger. Some stimulators may promote a pleasing or tingling sensation when in use while other devices simply block pain. Spinal cord stimulation in Houston may be an option when most treatment methods have failed to treat chronic back, neck, arm, and leg pain. Get in touch with the finest spine specialist in Houston, Texas for effective and helpful spinal cord stimulation treatment. Contact now to get relief from intense chronic pains.
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Peripheral Nerve Stimulation or PNS is one of the most commonly used treatments when it comes to curing nerve-related pain. This treatment is a little different from Spinal Cord Stimulation in terms of placing the stimulators. The surgery or treatment involves placing a small electric device or wire leads beside the peripheral nerve in different areas of the body, especially the most painful areas. While spinal stimulators are placed on the specifically targeted position near spinal cord to manipulate the pain signals and provide pain relief to the patient. The patients can control or adjust the nerve stimulators and parameters based on the intensity of pain.
In case, you are suffering from chronic hip pain after going through hip replacement (Hip Arthroplasty), peripheral nerve stimulation is the best treatment to consider. Being a safe and minimally invasive treatment, PNS is an appropriate option for postoperative neuropathic pain as well. An individual can soothe the pain in the lower back or hip by getting peripheral nerve stimulation treatment from an experienced spine specialist in Houston. The major advantage of PNS therapy is that it can target nerves in all body areas and that too, without any drugs or side effects. Want to learn more about peripheral nerve stimulation? Call Dr. Patel Now!
Taking all the required precautions, Dr. Silky Patel will make sure to perform the spinal cord stimulation process with safety and precision. A patient who needs to go through the SCS treatment will be asked if they want a permanent insertion and implantation of the SCS system. Dr. Patel – a pain management specialist may ask that you try epidural injections before trying spinal cord stimulation. She may use epidural injections to numb the skin so as to insert the spinal cord stimulation needle in the back skin. Please go through the video to understand how carefully Dr. Patel performs spinal cord stimulation treatment. Watch more videos like this on her YouTube channel.
Spinal cord stimulation is a kind of neuromodulation technique that Dr. Silky Patel suggests to patients who are currently bearing up with severe chronic pains including neck, hip, and back pain. At first, the patient will be given a trial of the treatment to check the intensity of the pain and the effectiveness of the treatment method. After the entire treatment is completed, Dr. Silky Patel will conduct a post-treatment checkup to recognize if the patient is still experiencing any pain or syndrome. She believes in offering the most effective and careful spinal cord stimulation treatment in Houston, Texas. Kindly watch the video to get more information.
After the successful implantation of a spinal cord stimulator, the patient can have better control over their pain by adjusting neuromodulating signals. If you have tried physical therapy, oral medications, injections, and still suffering from chronic neck and back pain, then Dr. Silky Patel, spine specialist in Houston may recommend this non-surgical pain management treatment. Spinal Cord Stimulation can be helpful in relieving pain from the following pain conditions or syndromes.
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Having experience and practice as a spine doctor, Dr. Silky Patel can use Peripheral Nerve Stimulation to help Shoulder Pain, Wrist Pain, Elbow Pain, Knee Pain, and Foot Pain. Peripheral Nerve stimulation is a treatment that acts directly to affect the functionality of nerves with the use of electrical stimulation to ease up and block pain. Peripheral Nerve stimulation can be proven effective for the following pain conditions:
Consult with Dr. Silky Patel, Houston’s leading pain management specialist, and take the first step towards a healthy, pain-free life.
Dr. Silky Patel is a regenerative medicine doctor & a top-rated pain management doctor in Houston TX with having more than 15+ years of experience and expertise in treating unbearable pain such as Neck Pain, Back Pain, Chronic Pains, Muscle Pain, Knee Pain, Hip Pain, and other acute pains. Silky Patel MD has a strong grip in treating various physical conditions, be it Neuropathy, Nerve Pain, Osteoarthritis, or Spine issues. Her expertise in Interventional Spine & Sport services and treatment include the following.
Lifting too much weight, Trauma, Aging, and Overuse can cause mild to severe pain. Pain Management Doctors use non-surgical treatments to relieve back pain including Epidural Steroid Injections, Radiofrequency Ablation, and Spinal Cord Stimulation, among other pain-relieving treatments.
Spinal Cord Stimulation is a type of Neuromodulation that most Pain Management Specialists recommend to patients who are suffering from Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerves), Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS), Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic back or neck pain, and Nerve Injury.
Epidural steroid injections are used to help pinched nerves, radiculopathy, or sciatica, which can cause pain, weakness, or numbness down your arms or legs. Dr. Patel can put steroid and numbing medicine in the epidural space to help reduce swelling and inflammation, allowing the pinched nerve to heal.
Neck pain is one of the common conditions most people suffer from in their daily life. Sleeping in an uncomfortable position, leaning over your computer for a longer time, and poor posture causes neck pain and related problems. Degenerative Disc disease, in which the discs between the vertebrae become thinned out over time due to wear and tear, can also be treated by Dr. Patel.
Do you need neuropathy or peripheral neuropathy treatment in Houston, Texas? If yes, then you should consult with Dr. Silky Patel for better and permanent pain relief from damaged or injured nerves affecting your arms, legs, or peripheral nervous system. Get effective neuropathy treatment for pain, numbness, and difficulty in walking or standing.
Using the latest and most effective regenerative medicine treatments, Dr. Silky Patel can help get pain relief from chronic pain. It is sure that chronic pain may last from several months to years if not diagnosed properly. This kind of persistent pain can be caused by inflammation or dysfunctional nerves. When left untreated, Chronic Pain can lead the patient to experience Insomnia or Sleeplessness, Anxiety, and Depression.
Pain radiating along the path of the sciatic nerve (runs from your lower back to down each leg) is often referred to as Sciatica. Usually, Sciatica affects only one side of the body and can cause pain and weakness in the leg and foot, making it difficult for patients to walk or stand comfortably.
Get an effective and excellent hip pain treatment by consulting Dr. Silky Patel MD to get permanent pain relief from hip pains as well as problems and live a healthy life. Reduce the number of sleepless nights due to constant pain and discomfort by getting our worthwhile hip pain treatment.
Living with chronic pain can affect every part of your life. Our experienced team offers personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to help you regain comfort, mobility, and quality of life.
Living with chronic pain can affect every part of your life. Our experienced team offers personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to help you regain comfort, mobility, and quality of life.
Platelet Rich Plasma & Bone Marrow Aspiration Concentrate Injections - Dr. Silky Patel can provide effective regenerative medicine which includes PRP (Platelet-rich Plasma) & Bone Marrow Aspiration concentrate Injections that help in healing and pain management.
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 are proven beneficial when it comes to rheumatoid arthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, bursitis, osteoarthritis, and other inflammatory joint conditions
Whether you are suffering from muscle pains or if you want to get relief from stiff or stressed muscles, Dr. Silky Patel can make your pain go away by using Trigger Point Injections. 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 Conditions Studies (NCS) tests that can really help to determine how damaged or injured your nerve is. 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 are proven effective in not only reducing or lessening the appearance of facial wrinkles but also treating neck spasms (Cervical Dystonia) and excessive sweating (Hyperhidrosis). Dr. Silky Patel may recommend Botox Injections to prevent or treat chronic migraines, as well.
Dr. Silky Patel uses the Vertiflex procedure in order to deliver high-quality treatment for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS). This minimally invasive medical procedure involves placing an implant inside the spine which will help in reducing the space while the patient is walking or standing.
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis or LSS patients who are having trouble/problems in standing for long hours and walking a little farther can get huge relief from pain and numbness with the help of the MILD procedure. 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.
Platelet Rich Plasma & Bone Marrow Aspiration Concentrate Injections - Dr. Silky Patel can provide effective regenerative medicine which includes PRP (Platelet-rich Plasma) & Bone Marrow Aspiration concentrate Injections that help in healing and pain management.
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 are proven beneficial when it comes to rheumatoid arthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, bursitis, osteoarthritis, and other inflammatory joint conditions
Whether you are suffering from muscle pains or if you want to get relief from stiff or stressed muscles, Dr. Silky Patel can make your pain go away by using Trigger Point Injections. 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 Conditions Studies (NCS) tests that can really help to determine how damaged or injured your nerve is. 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 are proven effective in not only reducing or lessening the appearance of facial wrinkles but also treating neck spasms (Cervical Dystonia) and excessive sweating (Hyperhidrosis). Dr. Silky Patel may recommend Botox Injections to prevent or treat chronic migraines, as well.
Dr. Silky Patel uses the Vertiflex procedure in order to deliver high-quality treatment for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS). This minimally invasive medical procedure involves placing an implant inside the spine which will help in reducing the space while the patient is walking or standing.
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis or LSS patients who are having trouble/problems in standing for long hours and walking a little farther can get huge relief from pain and numbness with the help of the MILD procedure. 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.
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Spinal cord stimulation is an advanced, minimally invasive treatment designed to relieve chronic nerve-related pain. Spinal cord stimulation works by delivering mild electrical impulses to the spinal cord through a small implanted device. These impulses modify pain signals before they reach the brain, helping reduce the sensation of discomfort. Spinal cord stimulation is commonly recommended for patients with persistent back pain, failed back surgery syndrome, sciatica, or complex regional pain syndrome. In Houston, Dr. Gunjan Silky Patel performs spinal cord stimulation using the latest technology to help patients regain control of their daily lives without relying solely on medication.
Spinal cord stimulation works by interrupting or altering pain signals traveling from the spinal nerves to the brain. When chronic pain persists, the nervous system may become hypersensitive. Spinal cord stimulation introduces gentle electrical pulses that interfere with these pain messages, reducing their intensity. Many patients describe significant relief and improved function after spinal cord stimulation therapy. Dr. Silky Patel carefully evaluates each case to determine whether spinal cord stimulation is appropriate and performs a trial period before permanent implantation to ensure meaningful pain reduction.
A good candidate for spinal cord stimulation is someone with chronic pain that has not improved with conservative treatments such as medications, physical therapy, or injections. Spinal cord stimulation is often recommended for individuals with persistent back or leg pain following spine surgery, nerve-related pain conditions, or severe sciatica. In Houston, patients who want to avoid additional surgery may benefit from spinal cord stimulation as a long-term solution. Dr. Gunjan Silky Patel conducts a comprehensive evaluation to determine if spinal cord stimulation aligns with your diagnosis, pain pattern, and treatment goals.
Spinal cord stimulation is considered a safe and well-established procedure when performed by an experienced physician. The treatment includes a trial phase, allowing patients to test spinal cord stimulation before committing to permanent implantation. This step ensures the therapy provides sufficient relief. As with any procedure, there are potential risks, but complications are uncommon when spinal cord stimulation is performed using image-guided precision techniques. Dr. Silky Patel uses advanced technology and careful planning to maximize safety and effectiveness for her Houston patients.
Spinal cord stimulation is commonly used to treat chronic back pain, leg pain, failed back surgery syndrome, complex regional pain syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and certain nerve injuries. Spinal cord stimulation is particularly helpful when pain is neuropathic, meaning it originates from irritated or damaged nerves. In Houston, many patients turn to spinal cord stimulation after other treatments have not provided lasting relief. Dr. Gunjan Silky Patel specializes in advanced neuromodulation techniques and customizes spinal cord stimulation settings to match each patient’s unique pain pattern.
Recovery after spinal cord stimulation is typically quicker than traditional spine surgery. The trial procedure involves minimal downtime, and most patients return to light activity within a few days. After permanent implantation, recovery generally takes a few weeks, during which activity restrictions help protect the device placement. Spinal cord stimulation is designed to improve long-term function, allowing patients to gradually return to normal routines. Dr. Silky Patel provides detailed post-procedure guidance to ensure optimal healing and long-term success with spinal cord stimulation.
Spinal cord stimulation does not always eliminate pain entirely, but it can significantly reduce pain levels and improve quality of life. Many patients experience substantial relief that allows them to decrease medication use and increase daily activity. The goal of spinal cord stimulation is functional improvement, better sleep, and enhanced mobility rather than total elimination of all discomfort. In Houston, Dr. Gunjan Silky Patel carefully discusses realistic expectations and ensures patients understand the potential benefits before proceeding with spinal cord stimulation therapy.
In many cases, spinal cord stimulation is covered by insurance when it is deemed medically necessary for chronic pain that has not responded to conservative treatment. Coverage may vary depending on your specific insurance plan and prior authorization requirements. Spinal cord stimulation typically requires documentation of previous treatments and a successful trial phase. Dr. Gunjan Silky Patel’s office works closely with patients in Houston to verify insurance benefits and guide them through the approval process, ensuring access to appropriate care when spinal cord stimulation is recommended.
