- Dok: Radjak Hospital
Cikarang, 20th January 2024 – Pain, the unwelcome guest in all humans' lives. Its frequent, uninvited appearances disrupt our comfort and even productivity. It's no surprise that countless efforts have been made to alleviate it, ranging from traditional remedies to medical procedures.
For many, surgery or a scalpel might still conjure images of searing pain. However, advancements in the healthcare field have also conquered the realm of pain management. This is evident in the Pain Management services now offered at RS Harapan Keluarga Cikarang member of Radjak Hospital Group.
Beyond the Ache: What is Pain Management?
Pain management, as its name suggests, is a collection of medical procedures aimed at reducing or even eliminating pain. Pain itself is the body's way of signaling potential or actual tissue damage. Its intensity can vary, from mild twinges to debilitating agony, and its nature can be acute (sudden) or chronic (long-term).
Tackling Acute and Chronic Pain with Skilled Hands
Dr. Juliando, Sp.OT, a Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology at RS Harapan Keluarga, explains that the Pain Management Center at his hospital utilizes minimally invasive approaches guided by instruments to address various types of pain, both acute and chronic.
"One of the procedures involves injecting medication into the painful area using an ultrasound as a guide, ensuring accuracy and effectiveness," Dr. Juliando reveals.
A range of medications are employed, from steroids and Platelet Rich Plasma to Prolotherapy, which works by repairing tissue structure and alleviating the source of pain. Additionally, nerve block techniques, radiofrequency ablation, and neuromodulation become powerful weapons in the fight against pain.
More than Just Jabs: Cutting-Edge Technology for Patient Comfort
RS Harapan Keluarga Cikarang not only takes the lead in pain management methods but also swiftly embraces the latest technological advancements. This is demonstrated by the availability of various minimally invasive procedures to address musculoskeletal disorders, such as:
1. Micro Endoscopic Discectomy (MED)
2. Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy (PELD)
3. Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression (PLDD)
4. Arthroscopy
These procedures offer the advantage of shorter post-operative recovery times compared to conventional methods.
Beyond that, RS Harapan Keluarga Cikarang is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and cutting-edge diagnostic technologies. This allows for detailed, efficient, and, of course, comfortable examinations for patients.
