There is now an interactive video introduction to our practice : please visit  by clicking here: Interactive video introduction to Pain Solutions Treatment Centers 

New Info Sheet specifically for New Patients who have not made their first visit to PSTC. Follow this link to see this Q & A sheet: New Patient Info Oct 08.PDF

The annual Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce Health & Wellness Expo is planned for Thursday, February 21, 2008 at The Church at Liberty Square, 2001 Liberty Square Drive, Cartersville, Georgia. The public is invited beginning at 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Come visit pain solutions in booth #43

Charmaine Faucher, PA-C has been named a Georgia Association of Physician Assistant representative to the Georgia Composite State Board of Medical Examiners. Charmaine is one of Pain Solutions Treatment Centers senior mid-level providers and we are proud of this recognition of her esteemed standing  with the state's medical community.

New Migraine Resource Network available at:       http://www.migraineresourcenetwork.com/

Excellent Link for 3D descriptions of Spine Conditions http://www.understandspinesurgery.com/animations.asp?c=2&doc=61283

PSTC Nurses to Become Certified in Advanced Care Life Support
12/19/2008by Dave Fragale RN
In anticipation of the 2009 opening of a new Ambulatory Surgical Center at our Tower Rd. building, a number of our Registered Nurse staff will be undergoing training and certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). It is our goal to employ the most highly trained and qualified nursing staff in the Pain Management specialty
PSTC Physician Assistant named as Rep to State Board of Medical Examiners
11/05/2008by David Fragale RN
PSTC Physician Asistant Charmaine Faucher, PA-C has been named a Georgia Association of Physician Assistant representative to the Georgia Composite State Board of Medical Examiners. Charmaine is one of Pain Solutions Treatment Centers senior mid-level providers and we are proud of this recognition of her esteemed standing  with the state's medical community.
Information to Know Before Your First Visit
10/23/2008by David Fragale RN BSN

We surveyed a number of New Patients to ask them what information they would have liked to receive prior to their first PSTC visit. The compiled list of Q & A's can be found in the "FAQ's" section of this website.

Phone Extension Number Changes
09/02/2008by David Fragale RN

PSTC has just installed a new phone system. Phone extensions used to be three digits are now four digits. The change is made by placing a # 1 in front of the existing extension>

For example: ext. "121" is now "1121"

Effective immediately all PSTC phone extensions will have an additional "1" added to it. All phone extensions at PSTC are four digit numbers made by Adding a 1 in front of the existing phone extension.

On-Line Newsletter is Now Available
08/22/2008by David Fragale RN
An electronic monthly newsletter is now available. This will be an interactive patient oriented information article that is driven by your questions and comments. To subscribe click on the "Sign Up Today!" icon in the upper right hand  corner of the website.
Question from a Patient on Pain Meds
08/20/2008by David Fragale RN
A patient had an interesting question regarding pain medications. So interesting that I thought I had better put it in our "Q & A" Section. It has to do with why we take pain medication prpescriptions so VERY seriously! Click on the FAQ icon and read. As always, if you have any question about any medication we prescribe, do not leave the office until you feel you understand what the medication does. You can always ask your pharmacist as well. Thank you,
Pain Solutions Nurse Selected to WellStar Cancer Survivor Support Program
08/11/2008by Dave Fragale RN
Dave Fragale, RN,BSN, a nurse at Pain Solutions Treatment Centers since 2003, has recently been selected to a group that is developing a Cancer Survivors Support Program for the WellStar Health System. This new program will focus on the needs of cancer patients who are past the acute phase of their cancer treatment and could benefit from a choice of services including; wellness therapy, traditional and complementary pain management therapies, counseling, care giver support and education resources.
Dr. Hurd Featured in WebMD Video
07/29/2008by Dave Fragale RN

Our own Dr. Thomas Hurd was featured in a WebMD Video exploring advancements in treating Fibromyalgia symptoms. Dr. Hurd said; "Fibromyalgia is a very complex condition that is frequently misdiagnosed. It requires an open mind and willingness to consider multiple therapies."

This website will announce when the feature will be available and how you might view it. So stay tuned!

Got Questions about you back pain? Click here!
07/02/2008by Dave Fragale RN

Try these resources. The site is very easy to navigate and has slides and narrated videos to help you understand what's going on with your back.

http://www.spine-health.com/ is an excellent source of information about virtually any pain condition involving the spine.                                                     Very comprehensive, check out the videos that visually describe pain conditions and the common surgical and non-surgical procedures used to treat them.

Gerogia Trend article on Pain Management
07/01/2008by David Fragale

Excellent overview article on the practice of pain management in this month's edition of Georgia Trend magazine. Click on this link to view:

http://www.georgiatrend.com/health/07_08_pain.shtml

Link to WebMD Pain Management section
05/28/2008by David Fragale RN
We've added a link to WebMD's Pain Management Page. The link can be found in the "Resources" Section of this website. Give it a try!
We're on TV! Watch Modern Healing Segment from 11 Alive
05/06/2008by David Fragale

Pain Solutions Treatment Centers was  featured on the television show " Modern Healing" aired on Saturday April 26th, 2008 on WXIA-TV-11 Alive. Click on the link below to watch the feature 

http://www.modernhealing.tv/video/atlanta/painsolutions.wmv

Common Injection Therapies for Back Pain
04/18/2008by David Fragale RN
http://www.spine-health.com/Treatment/Injections/Types-of-Injections/Injections-For-Back-Pain-Relief.html
Quit Smoking!
04/10/2008by David Fragale RN

Tips On Quitting Smoking

http://www.spine-health.com/Wellness/Smoking/Quit/Ways-to-Quit-Smoking.html

Excellent Overview of Spine Anatomy and Back Pain
03/31/2008by David Fragale RN
http://www.spine-health.com/Conditions/Pain/Anatomy/Spinal-Anatomy-And-Back-Pain.html
 

Click Below to view short messages from medical staff and an actual patient

Dr. Jeffrey Rubin  RUBIN .wmv

Gregory Carpenter, PA-C CARPENTER.wmv

Mary - Low Back Pain patient MARY .wmv

Click Here to watch "Modern Healing" segment featuring Pain Solutions

http://www.modernhealing.tv/video/atlanta/painsolutions.wmv

 

First Time Visit?

No surprises here! We want your first visit to be a pleasant experience. Click here to complete more information.

Solutions, NOT Surgery

Pain Diagnosis and Management Specialists

"... if it hurts, we can help."
Roll over the spot on the right where you are having pain and perhaps we can help explain your symptoms.

Headaches

  • Migraine
  • Cervical Spondylosis or arthritic inflammation of the neck
  • Occipital Neuralgia
  • Muscle Spasm

Neck Pain

  • Bulging or Herniated Disc – causes pressure on surrounding nerves
  • Degenerative Discs – the discs loose their thickness causing increased pressure on surrounding nerves
  • Cervical Spondylosis – arthritic changes in the spine that inflame the nerves in the facet joints
  • Muscle Spasm and/or myofascial pain

Shoulder / Joint Pain

  • Severe Arthritis
  • Tendon or Ligament Damage
  • Post-Surgical / Joint Replacement Pain
  • Muscle Spasm and/or Myofascial Pain

Arm Pain

  • Referred Pain – Radiculopathy from Cervical Spine Disease like Degenerative or Bulging Discs.
  • Neuropathy/Neuralgia, Post-Herpatic Neuralgia. This type of pain feels more like electric shock or burning.
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS or RSD) Infrequent complication of a limb injury where the pain continues past a normal healing time for the injury.

Hip Pain / Joint Pain

  • Severe Arthritis
  • Tendon or Ligament Damage
  • Post-Surgical / Joint Replacement Pain
  • Referred Pain – Radiculopathy from Lumbar Spine Disease like Degenerative or Bulging Discs.

    • Leg Pain

    • Referred Pain – Radiculopathy from Lumbar Spine Disease like Degenerative or Bulging Discs.
    • Neuropathy/Neuralgia, Post-Herpatic Neuralgia
    • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS or RSD) Infrequent complication of a limb injury where the pain continues past a normal healing time for the injury.

    Calf / Lower Leg Pain

    • Referred Pain or Radiculopathy Pressure on Nerve Roots from Lumbar Spine Disease like Degenerative or Bulging Discs.
    • Neuropathy/Neuralgia, Post-Herpatic Neuralgia Nerve Pain feels more like electric shock or burning.
    • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS or RSD) Complication of a limb injury where the pain continues past a normal healing time for the injury.
    • Muscle Spasm and/or Myofascial Pain

    Low Back Pain

    • Bulging or Herniated Disc
    • Degenerated Discs
    • Lumbar Spondylosis which is arthritic changes in the spine
    • Muscle Spasm and/or myofascial pain
    • Sacroiliac Joint Disease
    • Compression Fracture, usually occurring in people with existing osteoporosis.

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    Click here for a video introduction to Pain Solutions Treatment Centers 

    Click the link below to watch "Modern Healing" Television segment featuring Pain Solutions:

    http://www.modernhealing.tv/video/.wmv

    Patient Testimonial from Mary B. a Low Back Pain patient:  MARY .wmv

    Click below to read a list of Frequently Asked Questions from first time patients: 

     New Patient Info Oct 08.PDF