The results of Phoenix Magazine’s annual contest are in, and once again Dr. Nikesh Seth was voted “Top Doc in Pain Management” in 2019. He is continuing his winning streak from previous years, and this time he took it to the next level. Top Doc is a prestigious award granted to regional doctors, and votes come from physicians in all...
Dear friends, The weather is heating up (even more so than usual!), but at Integrated Pain Consultants we know it can be tough to put a “spring” in your step when you’re dealing with pain. That’s why Dr. Nikesh Seth and the entire team are committed to providing you with alternative and holistic solutions for pain management. We’re excited to announce that...
Dr. Nikesh Seth recommends joint injections for many types of joint pain because it offers fast and effective pain relief. By injecting a steroid directly into the pain site, patients enjoy immediate (yet temporary) relief. Joint injections can serve two purposes. It’s a great choice for pain relief, but it can also be a diagnostic tool to gauge exactly where...
Dr. Nikesh Seth often hears the terms “bulging disc,” “herniated disc,” and “slipped disc” used interchangeably by patients, but there are big differences between them. Spinal discs provide a cushion between the vertebrae. They are made up of various types of cartilage, including a tougher cartilage on the outside to protect the softer cartilage in the middle. They are about...
Too often, Dr. Nikesh Seth meets a new patient who was prescribed opioids for their pain. Integrated Pain Consultants specializes in alternative pain management that is safe and effective. Opioids can sometimes have their place in a treatment plan. However, the US is in the middle of an opioid epidemic, and opioids have overtaken heroin and cocaine as the leading...
The most common cause of joint pain is arthritis, but Dr. Nikesh Seth also treats a number of patients who suffer from joint pain without an arthritis diagnosis. Determining the cause of the pain is the first step in creating an effective treatment. Joint pain, also known as arthralgia, can vary drastically in severity. Sometimes it’s chronic and sometimes it...
One of the most common complaints Dr. Nikesh Seth addresses at Integrated Pain Consultants is back pain. That’s no surprise, given that the majority of adults experience some type of back pain in their life. It’s estimated that 80 percent of people will experience back pain, most often in the lower back. Some back pain is so severe that it’s...
Many patients see Dr. Nikesh Seth after other pain management treatments have failed. This isn’t surprising, considering that the majority of treatments simply mask the pain instead of solving the root cause. The human body is an incredible machine capable of self-healing in many cases with a little help. ARP Wave Therapy is one of the latest procedures available at...
Many patients see Dr. Nikesh Seth at Integrated Pain Consultants because they’re not happy with mainstream “treatments” for spinal compression fractures. A compression fracture is just what it sounds like: compression has led to a crushing or cracking of the spine. This compression can be acute and caused by sudden trauma, or it can occur over time due to wear,...
Whether you have back pain, joint pain, or any other type of pain, Dr. Nikesh Seth offers a wide variety of treatments including mainstream and alternative solutions. A lot of patients are frustrated when they see their GP or go to urgent care for pain. It seems like there’s a one-size-fits-all solution, no matter how severe or complicated their injury...