Pain Center

We all experience pain at some point in life.
It can be as mild as stubbed toe or as unpleasant as hitting your finger with a hammer. In these cases, it's clear what causes the pain. Sometimes, the cause of pain is not so clear.

Whether or not we know the cause, doctors at Florida Hospital Altamonte are able to offer treatments to those whose pain affects their quality of life. Our physicians provide comprehensive pain management services-with scientifically proven procedures and state-of- the-art equipment -conveniently located at Greater Orlando's number one hospital, Florida Hospital Altamonte.

Our doctors are specialists in treating all types of pain.
They work as a team to relieve your pain as well as trace its causes, observe how different medications work to relieve it, and explore how alternative treatments can be used. Our anesthesiologists and other doctors-neurologists, oncologists, orthopedists, psychiatrists, physician assistants, rehabilitation therapists, etc.-all work together to evaluate your condition and find a way to relieve it.

What different kinds of pain are there?
Each individual is the best judge of his or her own pain. Feelings of pain can range from mild and occasional to severe and constant. Doctors find it helpful to categorize your pain:

Acute Pain begins suddenly and is usually sharp in quality. Acute pain may be caused by many events or circumstances, including:

• Surgery
• Broken bones
• Dental work
• Burns or cuts
• Labor and childbirth

Acute pain may be mild or severe. Most cases of acute pain don't last longer than six months, and the pain disappears when the cause of pain has been treated or has healed.

Chronic Pain persists despite the fact that an injury has healed, or even in the absence of injury. Effects from chronic pain include tense muscles, limited mobility, a lack of energy, and sometimes depression and anxiety. Chronic pain manifest as:

• Headache
• Back pain
• Cancer pain
• Arthritis pain
• Neurogenic pain (pain resulting from damage to nerves)

What are some ways doctors at Florida Altamonte Pain Center treat pain? Our doctors treat pain in a number of ways. Some treatments are more effective in fighting pain when combined with others, so our team may need to try various methods to obtain maximum relief. Treatment options may include one of, or a combination of the following:

• Medications ranging from non-prescription, over-the-counter drugs to stronger narcotics such codeine or morphine
• Blocking nerves with local anesthetics
• Non-medical treatments such as acupuncture, relaxation and biofeedback
• Electrical stimulation
• Physical therapy
• Surgery
• Psychological counseling
• Behavior modification

Pain management can be simple or complex, depending on the cause of the pain. At Florida Hospital Altamonte, our medical professionals can help you find relief through comprehensive pain management services including medication management, physical and other therapies, and ongoing support.

For more information on managing pain, call Florida Hospital Altamonte Pain Center at 407-303-2200.