As humans, we have a biological drive to numb, fix, cure, or avoid everything that causes pain. In fact, we spend the majority of our lives taking a million little precautions to avoid pain.

We wear shoes when we go outside so our feet are protected. We use hot pads when we cook to avoid burns. We wear sunglasses so we don’t have to squint in the sun. We may even avoid exercising because we know we will be sore later. But what do you do when pain is unavoidable? Fortunately, North Lakes Pain Consultants use their knowledge and expertise to help their patients experience less pain, even when other treatment options have failed.

From disc degeneration to accidents and injuries, there are as many causes for back pain as there are people who experience it. Back pain is also the leading cause of disability in this country. If you are one of the more than 3 million Americans who experience back pain every day, our providers have a solution that not only eases your discomfort but restores you to full function.

Most people don’t understand that pain is one of the most common side effects of cancer treatments. Whether you are currently undergoing treatment for your cancer or are still dealing with the lingering effects, our team can help you lead a healthier, pain-free life.

CRPS is not well understood because it generally causes pain disproportionate to the initial injury. Usually occurring in an arm or leg, CRPS typically develops after a heart attack, surgery, injury, or stroke.

One of the most common complications of diabetes is nerve pain called diabetic neuropathy. When blood sugar levels are abnormally high for a prolonged period of time, nerve endings begin to die, causing burning, tingling, numbness, or pain – usually in the hands and feet.

Migraine and headaches are among the most common reasons for missed work days. Affecting millions of people each year, pain management for migraines and headaches may make the difference between days in bed and getting back to work.

Neck pain can happen due to injury, illness, and pain radiating from other areas of your body. Regardless of its origin, neck pain can affect every aspect of your life, from walking to driving.

Your sciatic nerve is one of the largest nerves in your body, beginning in your lower back and branching through your hips and buttocks, down through your leg. When this nerve becomes inflamed or “pinched” by an injury, the resulting pain and burning can be debilitating as it travels from your back and down one or both legs.

Degenerative disc disease is a condition where spinal discs wear down, leading to pain and potential mobility issues. It can be caused by aging, injury, or genetics, and its symptoms include chronic pain, numbness, and tingling.

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition where nerves carrying messages between the brain and the rest of the body are damaged or diseased. It can be caused by various factors, including diabetes, infections, or trauma, and leads to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, pain, and muscle weakness.

Vertebrogenic pain is discomfort stemming from the spine’s structures, such as the vertebral bodies, discs, or facet joints. It’s often caused by spinal degeneration, herniated discs, or spinal stenosis, and presents as lower back pain, sciatica, stiffness, and limited mobility.

Facet joint dysfunction is a painful spinal condition often caused by arthritis, injury, or wear and tear from aging. It can lead to symptoms like localized pain, stiffness, and difficulty with movement.