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SUMMARY OF PROGRAM
Our program has three phases designed to identify and treat pain problems which have not responded to continuing medical care.
Phase One: Initial Evaluation
This phase is completed on an outpatient basis prior to treatment. We will talk to you about your pain , review your medical records and conduct an examination and other testing as needed. We will share our results with you and decide jointly if our program will be helpful to you in managing your chronic pain. We will also assist you in determining if any or all of your treatment can be covered by your medical insurance and/or workman's compensation.
Phase Two: Comprehensive Treatment
After insurance authorization is obtained, the patient is admitted to our facility and the process of rehabilitation begins. Patients are usually treated on an in-patient basis in the Hospital initially. As the rehabilitation progresses, participants may move to the St. Helena Center for Health, which features comfortable, hotel-like accommodations, for the completion of their program of pain management.
The entire program takes four weeks and includes gentle detoxification, if appropriate, as well as physical therapy, exercise conditioning, aquatics, occupational therapy, psychotherapy, group therapy, chemical dependency counseling, stress management, biofeedback, nursing care, nutritional counseling, medical visits, medication management and family counseling.
A team of experts that understand the complexities of chronic pain and tailors treatment for each patient staffs the program. The team evaluates the whole person and develops a treatment program to address not just the physical issues, but psychological, social and lifestyle aspects of the patient's challenge.
Phase Three: Follow-up
The importance of follow-up treatment and support has been well documented. The Pain Management Program provides a full year of tapering follow-up.
How to Get Started
You or your physician may call us at 800 964-1493 to determine if you
are a candidate for a Phase One Initial Evaluation.
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