Understanding
Neuromodulation.

Neuromodulation encompasses peripheral nerve and spinal cord stimulation, and dorsal root ganglion stimulation, treatments that offer hope for individuals struggling with acute and chronic pain who may feel they have no alternatives. By using electrical signals that are uniquely adjusted to the patient’s pain physiology to “modulate” (to change) the patient’s nerve pain, neuromodulation treats the source of the pain directly, enhancing functional mobility while simultaneously decreasing the need for medication.

Education is a crucial to our patient care. Please navigate the below videos that correspond to your pain, and take our quiz to learn more about how and which of our tailored treatments can best help with your pain.

SAFE & INNOVATIVE PROCEDURES

Neuromodulation is a safe, well-established treatment that has helped patients for over thirty years. Historically, spinal cord stimulation was most commonly prescribed for patients with post-operative pain, now there are many new clinical indications for its use. Please click the links to the right to learn more about the different kind of neuromodulation treatments available.

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NOTES FROM OUR PATIENTS

“Neuromodulation Center has changed my life.
My pain is finally
managable.

—James, 64

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"From start to finish, the Neuromodulation Insitute has made it easy for my path to wellness. I feel heard and taken care of."

— Charlie, 61

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"I appreciated the care and dedication of Dr. Dworkin the entire team at the Neuromodulation Insitute. I could not be happier with the results."

— Rebecca, 52

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"I can finally can get beyond the pain limiting me for years and move forward!"

— Chantelle, 62

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"My friends and family have seen the change in my personality with improvement in my pain. I tell them I have the Neuromodulation Insitute to thank."

— Kevin, 46

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How Does Neuromodulation Work?

By placing small wires along the injured nerves, we are able to change the way the chronic pain fibers fire, thus controlling your plain and improving quality of life. This treatment is the only kind that allows for a “test drive,” or trial, before permanently implanting the device to ensure it works for your pain and lifestyle. It is charged by a small battery that is placed under the skin only if the trial is successful. Please go to patient resources to watch videos and learn more about this exciting treatment.

How Do I Know If It Is Right For Me?

Often, people with chronic pain have tried several treatments including injections, medications, or even surgery, and are still looking for long-term relief. Neuromodulation presents an exciting and dynamic option for people who have tried these other treatments but still have pain. Please take our quick quiz here to see if this option may be right for you, or contact us here to schedule a consultation. As part of our evaluation process, patients also complete a confidential telemedicine pain evaluation with a pain psychologist to ensure they are good candidates for neuromodulation and to help patients understand the treatment.

What If I Don’t Like It?

A unique aspect of this treatment is the trial is only a week, and upon removal of the leads, your body is unchanged. No cutting of the skin, muscles or bones is done, and nothing will be placed in your body long-term. Additionally, even after the device is placed in the body, the procedure is fully reversible.

Will I Feel The Stimulation?

Only if desired. With recent advances in neuromodulation, there is a plethora of stimulation options available that can be individualized to your needs. Many choose sub perception therapy which you will not feel and has been shown to be a superior treatment for pain.

Why Neuromodulation Institute?

Patients do better with those most experienced. As a high-volume center of excellence, the Neuromodulation Institute was created by specialists dedicated to this treatment to give patients the best chance at a positive outcome by individualized, data driven results. Please join us for an upcoming seminar to learn more about the institute by clicking here, or check out our about us page here.

How Do I Schedule A Consult?

Please contact us here. Tell us a little about yourself and your preferred method of contact and you will be contacted the next business day to schedule your consultation and to see if neuromodulation is right for you.

If I am not a candidate for neuromodulation, what other services are offered?

We offer all interventional pain procedures and surgical evaluations for people not ready for neuromodulation, or those who are not candidates. These procedures include:

Epidural injections
Facet injections
Sacroiliac joint injections
Muscle injections (ex: piriformis injections)
Medial branch blocks
Rhizotomy/Radiofrequency ablation (RFA)
Ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks
Peripheral joint injections (shoulder, elbow wrist, knee, hip, ankle etc.)
Occipital nerve blocks for headaches
Sympathetic nerve blocks
Kyphoplasty
Discography
Botox injections
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections
Stem cell injections
Electrodiagnostics (EMG/NCS)
Individualized Physical and occupational therapy prescriptions and home exercise program development

I Have More Questions!

Please contact us here and we will get back to you with answers!

ACCEPTED INSURANCE PLANS

The Neuromodulation Institute at Newport Care and its affiliated ambulatory care centers accept a wide range of insurance plans including but not limited to Medicare, commercial insurance (PPO), private insurance, TriCare, personal injury liens, and patient direct payment. To learn more about becoming a patient and scheduling an initial consultation at The Neuromodulation Institute at Newport Care, please call 949-619-6066 or schedule an appointment online by clicking here.