Pain Management

Take control of your pain.
Improve your quality of life.

Your pain is unique.

Because the perception and tolerance of pain varies widely from one individual to another, pain can be difficult to define. Only you can say where your pain is located, how it feels, and how impactful it is to your routine function.

There are countless underlying causes of pain, most of which can be treated by specialist Dr. Ezell Askew.

Conditions

Head, Neck, and Spine

Cervical Spine Disorders
Compression Fractures
Degenerative Disc Diseases
Herniated Discs
Lumbar Spine Disorders
Headaches
Osteoarthritis
Sciatica
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylosis

Hip, Leg, and Knee

Coccydynia
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CPRS)
Sciatica
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis of the Hip
Osteoarthritis of the Kneww
Peripheral Neuropathy

Shoulder, Hand, and Wrist

Acrominoclavicular Joint Arthritis
Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Shoulder
Should Impingement Syndrome
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CPRS)
Osteoarthritis of the Hand
Peripheral Neuropathy

Arm and Elbow

Biceps Tendonitis
Cervical Radiculopathy
Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow)
Overuse Injuries of the Elbow
Peripheral Neuropathy
Phantom Pain

General Body

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CPRS)
Metastatic Cancer of the Spine
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Peripheral Neuropathy
Phantom Pain
Piriformis Syndrome

Foot and Ankle

Ankle Sprains
Chronic Lateral Ankle Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CPRS)
Phantom Pain
Plantar Fasciitis

Procedures and Treatments

Biologics for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Biologics are advanced medications derived from living organisms that target specific components of the immune system to reduce inflammation and slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis.

Kyphoplasty

Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat spinal compression fractures by stabilizing the bone and restoring vertebral height with bone cement.

Lumbar Discography

Lumbar discography is a diagnostic procedure that identifies painful spinal discs by injecting contrast dye to assess disc integrity and reproduce symptoms.

Nerve Root Blocks

Nerve root blocks are performed by injecting a mixture of anesthetic and anti-inflammatory medication near a spinal nerve root to reduce pain and inflammation.

PRP Therapy

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy benefits pain management by promoting tissue healing, reducing inflammation, and providing long-term relief using the body’s own growth factors.

Prolotherapy

Prolotherapy is a regenerative treatment that involves injecting an irritant solution into injured or weakened tissues to stimulate healing and strengthen the affected area.

Sacroiliac Injections

Sacroiliac injections deliver anti-inflammatory medication and anesthetics directly into the sacroiliac joint to decrease inflammation and block pain signals.

Trigger Point Injections

A local anesthetic, sometimes combined with a corticosteroid, is injected directly into painful muscle knots to relax the muscle and reduce inflammation.

Ultrasound-Guided Joint Injections

Medications, such as corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid, are precisely delivered into a joint using ultrasound imaging for accurate needle placement.

Ezell Askew, MD

Dr. Askew is proficient in performing a wide range of procedures, including Botox Therapy for various pain syndromes, Spine Neuromodulation, Intrathecal Drug Pump Placement, Carotid Stenting, Endovenous Laser Therapy for varicose veins, and numerous pain services such as Epidural Steroid Injections and Plexus Blockades.

He treats low back pain, vertebral compression fractures, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, spinal cord injuries and spaciticy, sports injuries, pelvic venous congestion, and offers uterine fibroid embolization.

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At Monterey Bay Vascular, we offer coordinated care to prevent, diagnose, and treat vascular disease.
We understand, everyone deserves to live a long, happy life. Vascular disease may lead to limb loss and other life-threatening conditions such as pulmonary embolism. Our licensed vascular surgeon uses state-of-the-art tools and technology to tackle all problems related to your vascular system. Thanks to our vast wealth of experience, we also work with our patients to develop a unique solution that fits your needs. Contact us today to learn more about the vascular treatments we offer and schedule an appointment today!