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Feeling Nervous About Pain Treatment?

Living with chronic pain is overwhelming. We understand that you might be nervous about adding to your pain with invasive treatments or going to appointments that leave you disappointed once again. That is why we want to help patients who are nervous better understand why they can come to Altus with confidence.

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Get Help Confidently

There are many reasons that getting pain treatment might make you nervous. Here are some of the reasons that Altus helps you feel confident.

  • We explain everything

    We help you understand every approach we use to address your pain. Let our team walk you through what to expect and why each treatment can help.

  • We honor your feedback

    You are the one who lives with your chronic pain. We respect your perspective and welcome your feedback in order to develop a treatment plan that works for you.

  • We minimize pain

    Your treatments should not increase your pain. We focus on minimally invasive techniques and prioritize gentle care to help you feel as little discomfort during treatments as possible.

  • We use evidence-based treatments

    Whether we recommend a nutritional approach, injections, physical therapy, or alternative treatments, we only use techniques proven to help patients like you experience less pain and a greater quality of life.

Understand Our Treatment Process

We do not just throw medicine at your pain. And we do not expect you to undergo treatment you do not understand. Our process uses education to help you understand your pain, and the proven, interventional approaches that address its root cause. We explain everything step by step and monitor your progress to make sure your quality of life improves.

1 Initial Consultation

During your first visit, our attentive team will take the time to understand your complete medical history, assess your current pain levels, and discuss your goals for pain management. This visit is just the start of the personalized and compassionate care you will receive throughout your time with us.

2Diagnostic Evaluations

Depending on your condition, we may conduct tests such as imaging studies or lab work. We use these evaluations to better understand the underlying cause of your pain so we can develop a tailored and effective treatment plan just for you.

3 Treatment Plan Development

During your first visit, our attentive team will take the time to understand your complete medical history, assess your current pain levels, and discuss your goals for pain management. This visit is just the start of the personalized and compassionate care you will receive throughout your time with us.

4Education and Counseling

Understanding your pain and how to manage it is a crucial part of our approach. We will teach you about your specific condition, offer you strategies for managing it, and help you address the emotional difficulties of living with chronic pain.

5 Medical Interventions

Depending on the nature of your pain, our team may use medical interventions such as injections, nerve blocks, and minimally invasive procedures. We will explain each one in depth so you can feel comfortable with your treatment plan.

6 Appointments

We use regular follow up appointments to monitor your progress and adjust your treatment plans. Your feedback is an essential part of making sure that you remain comfortable and make progress throughout your treatment.

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