PLATTSBURGH — Chronic pain sufferers often feel they’ve exhausted every option, yet continue to experience significant discomfort that limits their daily activities.
Many patients miss opportunities to have an initial consultation with an advanced interventional pain specialist because they are unaware of how far technology has come in the past few years.
However, a virtual event aims to change that by introducing new, minimally invasive treatments that could offer lasting relief.
At 4 p.m. today, Dr. Thierry Bonnabesse, an interventional pain specialist, will host a live online discussion exploring the latest innovations in chronic pain treatment. While in-person attendance is full, the event will be streamed live for registered participants. Anyone liviang with chronic pain—or caring for someone who is— can register at https://www.bsnevents.com/2357c to receive the viewing link.
Bonnabesse is the founder of Champlain Spine and Pain Management and the Surgical Pain Center of the Adirondacks. With more than 30,000 spinal injections performed, he is renowned for his expertise in advanced, minimally invasive procedures.
Patients from across the region and beyond seek his care, often after years of limited success with conventional treatments.
This event is designed to help patients understand new treatment options for pain, then decide if they would like to have a consultation with a pain doctor to pursue better outcomes.
One such treatment is spinal cord stimulation (SCS), a therapy that uses electrical impulses to block pain signals before they reach the brain. According to Boston Scientific, a leading medical device manufacturer, many patients experience significant pain relief with SCS, which can lead to a reduction in the use of pain medications. This is particularly important given the ongoing concerns about long-term opioid use and its associated risks.
“Patients often feel like they’ve tried everything,” Bonnabesse said.
“But with the latest advancements in interventional pain management, there are new options that can significantly improve quality of life.”
The virtual event will cover a range of topics, including the science behind chronic pain, the latest minimally invasive treatments, and how patients can access these therapies. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and schedule a consultation if desired.
For more information or to register for the event, visit www.bsnevents.com/2357c.