Blue Ridge Pain Management Associates

Blue Ridge Pain Management Associates is a team of dedicated pain medicine specialists located in Salem, VA, Christiansburg, VA, and Roanoke, VA. Our primary goal is to alleviate human suffering by providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for a wide range of pain conditions. We are committed to respecting the health and safety of our patients, staff, and families, especially during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our pain management specialists include anesthesiologists, pain medicine physicians, and certified physician assistants who are highly skilled in diagnosing and treating various causes of pain. We employ a holistic approach, combining cutting-edge interventional therapies, medication management, patient education, and empowerment to offer the full spectrum of care.

Services Offered

At Blue Ridge Pain Management Associates, we treat a variety of pain conditions, including:

• *Spine-related injuries and conditions*: Our team is highly experienced in managing pain resulting from spinal facet syndrome, sacroiliitis, and spinal disc herniation. We offer treatments for neck injuries, low back injuries, work-related injuries, and post-operative injuries.

• *Chronic pain conditions*: We provide care for patients experiencing arthritis, neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome, fibromyalgia, cancer pain, chronic headaches, abdominal pain, and radiculopathy.

• *Musculoskeletal pain*: Our pain specialists are skilled in treating myofascial pain and musculoskeletal pain.

To address these conditions, we offer a wide range of procedures and treatments, such as:

• *Spine injections*: We provide diagnostic and therapeutic spinal injections, including epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, and sacroiliac joint injections.

• *Interventional therapies*: Our team is experienced in performing spinal cord stimulator implants, intrathecal pain pump implants, and radiofrequency ablation.

• *Medication management*: We work closely with our patients to develop personalized medication plans, focusing on medication safety and wellness support.

• *Patient education and empowerment*: We believe in the power of knowledge and provide our patients with the resources and tools they need to understand their pain conditions and actively participate in their recovery process.

Our Commitment to Safety and Hygiene

At Blue Ridge Pain Management Associates, we prioritize the health and safety of our patients, staff, and families. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have implemented additional precautions and guidelines to ensure a safe environment for everyone. These measures include:

• Frequent cleanings and aseptic precautions
• Monitoring CDC and Virginia Department of Health recommendations daily
• Encouraging social distancing and limiting waiting room visitors
• Rescheduling appointments or offering telehealth visits for symptomatic individuals

We are proud to continue serving our patients and families during this challenging time and remain dedicated to providing the highest quality care in the Roanoke, Salem, and Christiansburg, Virginia areas.