Who is a good candidate for X-ray guided interventional therapy?

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Patients in whom the cause and location of pain have been identified are the best candidates for X-ray guided interventional therapy. In this video, Devi Nampiaparampil, MD, chief of pain management at Veterans Affairs, explains.

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Pain Treatment

Pain treatment varies depending on the severity of an injury or cause of the pain. Analgesics, or pain relievers, may be your first step. Over-the-counter painkillers like ibuprofen and aspirin can treat mild to moderate pain. Stronger pain medication may be prescribed after surgery or more severe injuries. For chronic pain that persists, your doctor can help determine the best course of treatment or give you a referral for a pain specialist. Learn more about treating pain with expert advice from Sharecare.

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