Living with chronic pain is exhausting—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. If you've tried medications like opioids and felt frustrated by side effects, diminishing relief, or the fear of dependency, you’re not alone. But pain care has evolved, and you deserve solutions that do more than just mask symptoms.
At Grand Rapids Pain, led by board-certified interventional pain specialists Dr. Keith Javery and Dr. Girish Juneja, we specialize in advanced, minimally invasive treatments that target pain at its source, without relying on heavy opioid use. With decades of experience, innovative technology, and a commitment to personalized care, we help patients across West Michigan break free from chronic pain and reclaim their lives.
Call (616) 727-0083 or schedule an appointment online to start your journey today.
Let’s explore the safer, more effective options that are changing what chronic pain relief looks like.
Understanding the Risks and Limitations of Opioid-Based Treatments
For decades, opioids were considered the standard treatment for chronic pain. But it's not 1999 anymore, so why would your pain be treated like it still is? Opioids might temporarily mask the sensation of pain, but they don’t address the root cause. Over time, their effectiveness diminishes, leading to higher doses, increased side effects, and heightened risks such as:
- Dependence and addiction
- Cognitive impairment and sedation
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Reduced quality of life and functionality
At Grand Rapids Pain, we understand that simply numbing the pain isn't enough. We offer advanced, targeted solutions that address pain at its source rather than just covering it up.
Innovative Non-Opioid Options for Chronic Pain Management
Grand Rapids Pain specializes in innovative non-opioid treatments that precisely target the cause of your pain. Our team utilizes advanced procedures to interrupt pain signals directly, providing effective relief with minimal systemic effects. Some of our cutting-edge treatments include:
Neuromodulation (Advanced Nerve Stimulation)
Neuromodulation involves delivering gentle electrical impulses directly to nerves, significantly reducing or even eliminating chronic pain. Conditions successfully treated with neuromodulation include:
- Chronic back and neck pain
- Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Post-surgical pain syndromes
- Chronic headaches and facial pain
- Cancer-related pain
Neuromodulation is customizable, reversible, and highly effective, allowing many patients to drastically reduce or even eliminate opioid medications.
Targeted Nerve Blocks
Nerve blocks precisely interrupt pain signals at their source, providing both diagnostic clarity and significant pain relief. Our board-certified pain specialists perform these minimally invasive injections under precise imaging guidance, ensuring accuracy and safety. Conditions benefiting from nerve blocks include:
- Chronic pelvic and abdominal pain
- Post-operative chest and abdominal pain
- Chronic spinal and joint pain
- Cancer treatment-related pain
Nerve blocks are safe, minimally invasive, and can deliver long-term relief without reliance on opioids.
Multidisciplinary Approach: A Personalized, Sustainable Pain Solution
Chronic pain is complex and requires a comprehensive, personalized approach. At Grand Rapids Pain, our multidisciplinary strategy combines advanced minimally invasive treatments with tailored care plans, ensuring sustainable long-term relief. Here’s how our personalized approach stands apart:
MIST 2.0: Minimally Invasive Spinal Therapies
We utilize Minimally Invasive Spinal Therapeutics (MIST 2.0)—advanced interventions that precisely target spinal pain without extensive surgery. Examples include:
- Radiofrequency ablation for arthritis and nerve pain
- Epidural steroid injections for nerve inflammation
- Kyphoplasty for vertebral compression fractures
- Disc procedures are designed to decompress painful discs
These procedures require minimal downtime, carry significantly lower risks than traditional surgery, and offer substantial, lasting pain relief.
Comprehensive, Physician-Led Care
Our team is physician-driven, ensuring there's no middleman between you and your doctor. Your treatment plan is created and overseen directly by Dr. Javery or Dr. Juneja, ensuring care is precise, personal, and responsive to your evolving needs.
How Grand Rapids Pain Can Help You
Grand Rapids Pain is West Michigan’s premier pain management practice, led by renowned interventional pain specialists Dr. Keith Javery and Dr. Girish Juneja. Our extensive experience enables us to effectively treat even the most challenging chronic pain conditions, including:
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Peripheral and diabetic neuropathy
- Cancer-related and post-surgical pain syndromes
- Chronic abdominal, pelvic, and chest pain
- Chronic headaches and migraines
- Spinal arthritis and disc-related pain
By precisely locating the source of your pain and offering innovative, minimally invasive therapies, we provide relief that traditional methods often cannot match.
Our board-certified pain specialists collaborate closely with you, providing treatment options you won’t find in typical 'factory-style' pain clinics. Your care at Grand Rapids Pain is always tailored, compassionate, and directly overseen by your doctor.
Why Choose Grand Rapids Pain for Chronic Pain Management?
At Grand Rapids Pain, we set ourselves apart through our commitment to patient-focused, innovative care:
- No Middleman Approach: Your treatment is designed and directed by board-certified specialists, not corporate administrators.
- Advanced Techniques: We use the latest minimally invasive therapies (MIST 2.0, neuromodulation, nerve blocks) to target your pain at the source.
- Extensive Experience: Led by Drs. Javery and Juneja, our clinic has unmatched experience treating chronic and complex pain conditions.
- Comprehensive, Personalized Care: Every treatment plan is customized to your unique needs, lifestyle, and pain history.
Your chronic pain treatment shouldn't be stuck in the past. It's time for relief that meets today's medical standards.
Experience Pain Relief That Moves With Modern Medicine
Chronic pain doesn't have to define your life, and heavy opioid use isn't your only option. At Grand Rapids Pain, we have the experience, tools, and techniques to help you reclaim your life from chronic pain.
Contact us today at (616) 727-0083, or conveniently request your appointment online. Let our specialists show you how personalized, minimally invasive pain management can restore your comfort and quality of life.
