Pain Institute

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Long-term pain management and therapy for individuals experiencing chronic pain

Chronic pain is a complex and poorly understood medical problem that can profoundly affect your physical and mental well-being. Uncontrolled pain impacts all aspects of daily activities, such as mood, sleep, work, and relationships.

However, there is hope at the Dean Stroud Spine and Pain Institute, a specialized clinic at Shepherd Center that focuses on restoring function, improving quality of life, and reducing dependence on medications while enhancing psychological well-being and independence.

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What types of chronic pain conditions are treated by the Pain Institute?

  • Nerve or nervous system disorders that cause pain, such as stroke or multiple sclerosis.
  • Post-traumatic pain after a traumatic injury or illness.
  • Spinal pain felt in the back, neck, or tailbone.
  • Musculoskeletal pain that affects bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, or muscles.
  • Other pain-related conditions, such as migraine headaches.

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It can be overwhelming to deal with chronic pain, and we want to help you feel like you have control over your life. Whether you are a new patient, an existing patient, or a referring provider, our team will work with you to develop your personalized care plan.

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Our approach to treating chronic pain

Because pain has a multi-faceted impact on individuals, the Pain Institute believes it takes a comprehensive treatment plan to manage pain effectively and successfully. Our practice model treats pain’s physical and emotional components to ensure the best possible opportunity for long-term improvement.

  • A doctor in a white coat shows a spine model to a seated woman in a purple outfit. They are in a medical office, discussing spine health. The doctor points at the model while the woman attentively listens.

    Back & Spine

    Treating spinal pain, nerve compression, and degenerative conditions for improved mobility.
  • A person wearing a white hat and attached to monitoring electrodes is seated, with their back exposed. Another person, wearing gloves, prepares to inject or draw from the back with a syringe. A red device is partially visible on the right.

    Head and Neck

    Specialized care for migraines, nerve pain, and musculoskeletal conditions in the head and neck.
  • A healthcare professional examines a patient's foot while seated on an exam table. Another person stands nearby taking notes. The room is equipped with medical charts and anatomical models.

    Hip, Leg, & Foot

    Managing pain from injuries, arthritis, and nerve disorders in the lower body.
  • A healthcare worker wearing a face mask and ID badge holds and examines the hand of another person. The worker appears to be assessing or providing therapy, with focus on the thumb and fingers.

    Shoulder, Arm, & Hand

    Relief for joint, nerve, and muscle pain affecting the shoulder, arm, and hand.
  • A woman in athletic wear performs resistance exercises on a machine while seated. A man in a blue shirt stands behind her, offering guidance. The room has offices and computers in the background.

    Physical Therapy

    Hands-on therapies and exercises to restore movement, strength, and function.
  • Three people sit in a living room with light-colored walls and a clock. An older couple sits on a couch, and a young woman sits opposite them, engaging in conversation. Warm lighting and a cozy atmosphere surround them.

    Psychological Therapy

    Support for coping with chronic pain through counseling and behavioral strategies.

A team approach to your care

Our approach to care is as unique as you are. We get to know you, and you get to know us – all of us. Starting with your care team: a specialized, interdisciplinary group of highly trained, certified, and experienced professionals who take the time to listen, diagnose, and design a tailored, evidence-based treatment plan just for you. And all of this happens in a safe, caring, and welcoming environment. We believe our patients can do amazing things, and this is what we’ll strive for with you.

Your Care Team of Chronic Pain Specialists
A healthcare professional in blue scrubs assists a person in a wheelchair inside a medical office, where neurourology treatment is available. The room contains medical equipment, a monitor, and shelves with supplies.
You’ll find more than treatment here. You’ll find hope, support, and a team that believes you can do amazing things. Learn more about Shepherd Center’s innovative approach to treating and managing chronic pain t the Dean Stroud Spine and Pain Institute.

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    Thanks to the Dean Stroud Spine and Pain Institute at Shepherd Center, Sybil Williams is on the go again.

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