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Cancer Pain Treatment

Personalized Pain Management & Relief

According to the National Cancer Institute, 20-50% of cancer patients experience pain, with the number rising to 80% for advanced-stage cancer. Finding relief can greatly improve your quality of life, and Commonwealth Pain & Spine is here to help. Our interventional pain specialists and dual-board certified physicians offer various treatments to help you manage your cancer pain and enhance your well-being.

What Are the Different Types of Cancer Pain?

Cancer pain is a highly subjective experience, and yours may be different from that of friends and family, even if they have the same type of cancer. The various types of cancer pain include:

  • Acute Pain: Sudden, severe, and short-lived pain due to surgery, procedures, or treatment side effects.
  • Chronic Pain: Persistent pain lasting over three months, ranging from mild to severe, requiring ongoing management.
  • Breakthrough Pain: Unpredictable, intense pain that "breaks through" existing pain management, lasting about an hour.

If you or your loved one is struggling with cancer pain, let Commonwealth Pain & Spine help you create a cancer pain management structure that can help.

Possible Treatments for Cancer Pain

Treating cancer pain can be complex and requires an expert medical team. There are many ways to address it, and finding the best approach for you may take trial and error. Some treatments found effective include:

  • Medications: Opioids, non-narcotic drugs, pills, patches, injections, pumps, and suppositories can effectively manage cancer pain.
  • Interventional Procedures: Nerve blocks, spinal analgesia, and epidural injections can reduce pain perception and provide long-lasting relief for cancer patients.
  • Nerve Stimulation: Low-voltage electrical currents and neuroablation can disrupt pain signals, offering an alternative when other treatments are ineffective or not well-tolerated.

Commonwealth Pain & Spine has access to various specialists and resources to help you find the best treatments for your pain.

Our Process of Managing Cancer Pain

Managing cancer pain involves several steps. To get started, complete our online self-referral form. We'll work with your oncologist to get a referral and schedule your first consultation.

Here's an overview of the cancer pain management process:

  • Comprehensive Assessment: During your first visit, our pain management specialists will thoroughly evaluate your cancer pain, including its location, intensity, and characteristics. We'll also review your medical history, cancer treatment plan, and any existing pain management strategies.
  • Personalized Treatment Plan: Based on your assessment, we'll develop a tailored treatment plan that may include a combination of medications, interventional procedures, and therapies. We'll work closely with your oncologist to ensure that your pain management plan aligns with your overall cancer treatment.
  • Ongoing Support and Monitoring: We'll offer ongoing support and regularly check your pain and treatment response throughout your cancer journey. Our team will also adjust your plan to ensure effective pain relief.

Fighting cancer is hard enough, and you shouldn't have to deal with pain on top of it. Let Commonwealth Pain & Spine help you find relief and improve your quality of life today.

  • It's Easy to Get Started

    Start your journey with our compassionate guidance and expertise.

  • Request an Appointment

    Find an office and share your details in our request appointment form to start the process of finding relief.

  • We'll Connect With Your Physician

    Our team will contact your primary care physician to secure the necessary information.

  • We'll Schedule Your Appointment

    Once your physician’s referral is received, we'll reach out to schedule your initial appointment. We aim to get you seen within two weeks.