Have you ever tried something on or given it a “test run” before buying it? This crucial step can help determine whether it’s a great fit before you take it home. It’s also a similar concept to a spinal cord stimulation trial, except this test run is to make sure it will provide pain relief. Unlike other […]
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When you live with arthritis, even the simplest tasks can seem impossible. That’s because this inflammatory joint disease causes pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, and it can worsen with time. In the past, there were few options to effectively ease arthritis symptoms. But things have changed significantly in recent years, especially with regenerative forms of […]
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Chronic back pain can significantly impact daily life. But the prospect of spinal surgery can seem daunting. Fortunately, advancements in medicine and surgery have made it possible to perform many procedures with less cutting and less downtime than used to be possible. And, the new techniques often provide more reliable results. Still, regardless of all the advancements, […]
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Life is too short to live with persistent neck pain. However, finding effective pain relief can be a tricky process. As an interventional pain management specialist, Vladimir Fiks, MD, knows that neck and spine pain can have many origins, and each cause can respond to different forms of treatment. In this blog, Dr. Fiks, who […]
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Chronic pain is a common problem, especially when it involves the back. Fortunately, there are numerous pain management solutions that can help you get relief. However, these treatments aren’t “one-size-fits-all.” Instead, you need an accurate diagnosis to determine which therapy can provide the best outcome. Vladimir Fiks, MD, specializes in treating pain conditions directly at […]
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There’s an old saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” However, this approach can cause more harm than good if you’ve been in a car accident, even a minor fender bender. Each year, more than 3 million people sustain serious injuries in car accidents. These incidents often cause visible trauma in the moment, such […]
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Back pain is a common problem. It’s so common, in fact, it’s one of the main reasons people head to the doctor. This issue can vary from person to person, and it can be acute or chronic. Either way, 8 in 10 people end up with some form of back pain during their lifetime. And, […]
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We see quite a few patients with fibromyalgia in our clinic. Frequently, they come to us at a later stages of their quest for treatment but sometimes we get to see them earlier, when non-pharmacological options can still be sufficient. Drug free interventions are generally recommended as first-line treatment of fibromyalgia. Those include psychological treatments […]
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Placebo is a beneficial effect produced by a placebo drug or treatment, which cannot be attributed to the properties of the placebo itself, and must therefore be due to the patient’s belief in that treatment. This could be a real problem when interpreting the results of the diagnostic procedures but in cases of applying a […]
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Do you live with acute or chronic pain? MLS® Laser Therapy may be able to give you the relief you need. Vladimir Fiks, MD, is passionate about bringing an integrative approach to pain management at his practice in Portland, Oregon. While in his care at Advanced Pain Management Center, you can rest easy knowing that you have access […]
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