Cancer Pain

Cancer Pain services offered in Dyer, IN

Cancer pain can take many forms, from mild discomfort to severe, persistent pain caused by the disease or its treatments. At Midwest Innovative Pain Management in Dyer, Indiana, Maher Fattouh, MD, and Anastasia Yorkman, NP, specialize in compassionate, comprehensive pain relief. They use medications, nerve blocks, and interventional therapies to improve your comfort and quality of life. Contact Midwest Innovative Pain Management by phone or request one online today to discuss safe, effective options for managing cancer pain.

Cancer Pain Q & A

What causes cancer pain?

Cancer pain can develop for several reasons. It may result from the tumor itself pressing on nerves, bones, or organs, or from treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.

Cancer pain may be dull, sharp, burning, or constant, and it can vary in intensity from mild to severe. The Midwest Innovative Pain Management team understands how complex cancer pain can be and is committed to helping patients find comfort and relief at every stage of their journey.

How is cancer pain evaluated?

The Midwest Innovative Pain Management team begins by taking time to understand the type, cause, and severity of your pain, along with your medical history, cancer treatment plan, and personal goals.

They work closely with your oncologist and care team to design a personalized pain management plan that supports your quality of life without interfering with cancer treatments.

What treatment options are available for cancer pain?

Midwest Innovative Pain Management uses a combination of medications, interventional procedures, and supportive therapies to relieve cancer pain safely and effectively. Options include:

Medications

The team may prescribe or recommend drugs to help control pain and reduce inflammation, such as:

Anti-inflammatory medicines
Nerve pain agents
Muscle relaxants
Low-dose antidepressants

In some cases, patients with severe, treatment-resistant pain might require opioid medications under careful supervision.

Injections

When specific nerves or areas are causing pain, nerve blocks can temporarily interrupt pain signals and provide significant relief. Epidural steroid injections may also help when cancer affects the spine or nearby nerves.

Radiofrequency ablation (RFA)

RFA gently disrupts small pain-carrying nerves. It can offer longer-lasting relief for persistent pain not fully controlled by medications.

Implantable devices

For advanced or chronic pain, the team may recommend spinal cord or peripheral nerve stimulation to reduce pain signals.

Supportive care and coordination

Midwest Innovative Pain Management collaborates with your oncology team to ensure pain management aligns with your overall treatment plan. The focus is not just on reducing pain but on improving your comfort, mobility, and quality of life.

The team’s compassionate care and advanced techniques come together to help you live with dignity and comfort. Call Midwest Innovative Pain Management to learn more about your options for effective cancer pain relief or use the online booking feature today.