Pain is the body’s natural alarm system — but when it lingers for weeks or disrupts daily life, it may be more than just temporary discomfort. Many people delay seeing a pain management specialist, hoping the pain will fade on its own. However, early consultation with experts like Dr. Raghunath, Pain Management Specialist at BOSH, can help prevent complications and improve quality of life.
Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore 1. Persistent Pain Lasting More Than 3 Months
If pain continues beyond the normal healing period, it may indicate chronic pain requiring professional care.
2. Pain That Affects Daily Activities
Struggling to walk, work, or even sleep comfortably means your pain needs medical attention.
3. Dependence on Painkillers
If you rely on pain medications frequently, it’s time to find safer, long-term solutions.
4. Sudden, Severe, or Unexplained Pain
Sharp or unusual pain without an obvious cause should not be ignored.
5. Pain After Surgery or Injury That Doesn’t Improve
Lingering pain may require specialized treatments like nerve blocks or physiotherapy.
6. Radiating or Nerve-Related Pain
Pain that spreads to arms, legs, or causes numbness/tingling can indicate nerve involvement.
7. Arthritis and Joint Pain Worsening Over Time
If arthritis pain becomes unmanageable despite medication, consult a specialist.
Why See a Pain Management Specialist Early? - Prevents condition from worsening
- Provides accurate diagnosis and treatment plan
- Reduces reliance on painkillers
- Improves mobility and quality of life
- Offers advanced treatments not available with general care
Advanced Pain Management Options at BOSH - Nerve blocks & injections
- Radiofrequency ablation
- Medication management
- Physiotherapy-based pain relief plans
- Lifestyle and exercise counseling
FAQs 1. When should I visit a pain management specialist instead of a general physician?
If your pain lasts longer than 3 months, interferes with daily life, or doesn’t respond to basic treatment, it’s time to consult a specialist.
2. Can a pain specialist help without surgery?
Yes, specialists like Dr. Raghunath focus on non-surgical methods such as injections, physiotherapy, and lifestyle changes.
3. What conditions do pain management specialists treat?
They manage chronic back pain, arthritis, nerve pain, post-surgical pain, migraines, and more.
4. How does pain management improve quality of life?
By reducing pain intensity, improving mobility, and offering long-term relief strategies.
5. Is pain management safe?
Yes, when guided by an experienced specialist, treatments are safe, personalized, and evidence based.
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