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BOARD-CERTIFIED PAIN DOCTOR Ā· DR. ADAM HEDAYA, MD

Interventional Pain Masterclass

A pain physician explains the procedures you may be offered for chronic pain, from epidurals and nerve ablation to spinal cord stimulation and regenerative treatments. You will learn what each one targets, who it is meant for, and which questions to ask before deciding.

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The lessons (10)

  1. 1Understanding Interventional Pain MedicineWhat interventional pain medicine is, how diagnostic and treatment procedures differ, and how procedures fit a larger plan.
  2. 2Epidural Steroid Injections ExplainedWhat an epidural steroid injection does, which nerve conditions it treats, and what it does not change.
  3. 3Facet Blocks and Radiofrequency Ablation ExplainedHow facet joints cause neck and back pain, why a test block comes first, and how ablation works.
  4. 4Vertebrogenic Pain, Basivertebral Nerve Ablation and the Intracept ProcedureHow the vertebral endplates can cause back pain, what Modic changes on MRI mean, and how Intracept works.
  5. 5Peripheral Nerve Blocks, Peripheral Nerve Stimulation and Joint InjectionsProcedures beyond the spine, including nerve blocks, nerve stimulation and joint injections for the knee, shoulder and head.
  6. 6PRP, Bone Marrow Concentrate, Stem Cells, Exosomes and Regenerative MedicineWhat PRP, bone marrow concentrate, stem cells and exosomes are, and where the evidence and the marketing differ.
  7. 7Spinal Cord Stimulation: Rewiring Pain SignalsHow spinal cord stimulation changes pain signals, why a trial comes first, and what realistic success looks like.
  8. 8Botox, Migraine Procedures, Peripheral Radiofrequency and Emerging Pain TechnologiesA tour of specialized options, including Botox for chronic migraine, peripheral radiofrequency, SI joint procedures and newer technologies.
  9. 9The mildĀ® Procedure: A Minimally Invasive Treatment for Lumbar Spinal StenosisHow the mild procedure trims thickened ligament to give nerves room, and how it differs from an epidural.
  10. 10Your Procedure Selection RoadmapHow to match the right procedure to the right diagnosis, set realistic expectations, and the questions to ask.

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One payment of $199 for all 22 lessons, the book and the Recovery Toolkit. Not sure yet? Watch the first lesson free.

Educational content only. It does not replace evaluation, diagnosis or treatment by your own clinician.

Important Medical Disclaimer

The Pain Playbook is provided for general educational and informational purposes only and is not individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Participation does not establish a physician-patient relationship with Dr. Adam J. Hedaya, MD, or any affiliated practice. Always consult your own qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual condition and before beginning, stopping, or changing medications, exercise, treatment, or medical procedures. Seek prompt medical attention for new or concerning symptoms or emergencies.