Chronic Pain Management in Cincinnati - APSI Wellness
Comprehensive chronic pain management in Cincinnati. Multidisciplinary treatment for lasting relief at APSI Wellness.
Chronic Pain — Chronic pain — pain lasting longer than 3 months — affects every aspect of life. Our comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach targets the physical, psychological, and functional dimensions of chronic pain.
What Is Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain is defined as pain that persists or recurs for more than 3 months. Unlike acute pain, which serves as a warning signal for tissue damage, chronic pain often continues long after the original injury has healed — or may have no identifiable structural cause. Chronic pain involves complex changes in the nervous system that cause pain signals to persist even when the original trigger has resolved.
Chronic pain affects an estimated 50 million Americans and is the leading cause of disability worldwide. It impacts not only physical health but also mental health, relationships, work, and overall quality of life.
Types of Chronic Pain We Treat
Nociceptive pain — from ongoing tissue damage or inflammation (arthritis, disc disease)
Neuropathic pain — from nerve damage or dysfunction (radiculopathy, CRPS, post-herpetic neuralgia)
Nociplastic pain — from sensitization of the nervous system (fibromyalgia, some chronic back pain)
Mixed pain — combinations of the above
Our Comprehensive Approach
At APSI Wellness, we believe effective chronic pain management requires a multidisciplinary approach:
Interventional Procedures
Epidural steroid injections for nerve root inflammation
Radiofrequency neurotomy for facet joint pain
Joint injections for peripheral joint conditions
Sympathetic nerve blocks for sympathetically maintained pain
Spinal cord stimulation for refractory pain
Medical Management
Customized medication regimens targeting the specific type of pain
Responsible prescribing practices with regular monitoring
Non-opioid pain strategies whenever possible
Psychological Support
Psychotherapy addressing pain-related anxiety, depression, and coping
Cognitive behavioral therapy techniques for pain management
Mindfulness and stress reduction strategies
Functional Restoration
Physical therapy coordination
Activity pacing and goal-setting
Return-to-work planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Is chronic pain "real" or "in my head"?
Chronic pain is absolutely real. Modern neuroscience shows that chronic pain involves measurable changes in the nervous system, brain structure, and inflammatory markers. The psychological aspects of pain (which are significant) are also real neurobiological processes — not imaginary.
Can chronic pain be cured?
While some chronic pain conditions can be fully resolved with appropriate treatment, many are best managed with ongoing multidisciplinary care that significantly reduces pain and improves function. Our goal is to help you live your fullest life with the least possible pain.
Why do you use a multidisciplinary approach?
Chronic pain affects the whole person — body, mind, and daily life. Addressing only one dimension (such as physical pain) often leaves patients with incomplete relief. Our comprehensive approach targets all aspects of the pain experience for the best outcomes.
How is chronic pain different from acute pain?
Acute pain is a normal response to tissue damage that resolves as healing occurs. Chronic pain involves changes in the nervous system that cause pain to persist beyond normal healing time. These changes require different treatment strategies than acute pain.
APSI Wellness — Advanced Pain Solutions & Interventions
5405 DuPont Circle Suite A, Milford, OH 45150 | Phone: (513) 936-3050
https://apsiwellness.com/conditions/chronic-pain