MY PAIN STORY: “To say it’s changed my life sounds cliché, but it has”
Pain Management & Injury Relief | November 1, 2012 | Dr. Alexander P. Hersel, Dr. Brandon Nguyen, My Pain Story
The following post is written by our patient, Cody T., from Santa Monica, CA. He received a stellate ganglion block from Dr. Nguyen. He speaks about his experience with pain, and how PMIR helped him get his life back. Last October 30th, I slipped in my new leather-soled boots on some wooden stairs in a…
Beware of the Anterior Pelvic Tilt
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 30, 2012 | Back Pain, Knee Pain, Leg Pain
The following post is by Ryan Krane, certified Corrective Exercise Specialist and one of the leading fitness consultants specializing in corrective exercises in the Los Angeles region. He helps clients become healthier and pain free with his brand of corrective exercise called The Krane Training Method, which combines flexibility, posture and strength training movements to…
Need Pain Relief? Call a Friend
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 25, 2012 | About Pain, Comprehensive Approach, Educational
Think about the last time you had an emotionally painful experience. For example, maybe you lost a loved one, had an argument with a friend, or you were disappointed by the results of your hard work. After a difficult experience, sometimes the human tendency is to hole up, not interacting with the outside world. Fortunately,…
How to Gain Back Time Lost to Migraines
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 19, 2012 | About Pain, Comprehensive Approach, Educational
Headaches—I’m sure you’ve had one unexpectedly occur at one of the worst times possible. Overwhelmingly, 9 out of 10 adults will experience a headache at some point in their life, and you may be one of the 12% of Americans who experience migraines – women being three times more likely than men. If you’ve ever…
Behind the Relay: PMIR shows support and personal stories at Simi Valley’s Relay for Life
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 17, 2012 | Dr. Brandon Nguyen, PMIR in the Community
This past weekend, Simi Valley hosted their 14th Annual Relay for Life. In support of the American Cancer Society, the community gathered to show that they value those affected, those lost, and those fighting the disease. Everyone was there for the same reason – “less cancer, more birthdays.” At PMIR, we share those same values….
Chronic Pain? You are not alone!
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 12, 2012 | Comprehensive Approach, Patient Resources
Chronic pain is a potentially debilitating disease, therefore it is important for individuals suffering from chronic pain to have a support network, whether it’s friends, families, or simply someone to relate too. At PMIR, we understand that chronic pain can be very difficult to live with, and it may be hard to find someone in…
Colts are “Chuckstrong” for Head Coach with Cancer
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 11, 2012 | Athletes, Events, PMIR in the Community
It’s the story that is sweeping football season. Indianapolis Head Coach, Chuck Pagano, was diagnosed with leukemia, a cancer of the blood in late September. While any diagnosis of cancer is tragic, the players and staff on the Colts have taken this as an opportunity to rally together to support their Coach. This past Sunday,…
How Yoga Helped My Cancer Recovery
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 10, 2012 | My Pain Story
As a part of our series on cancer and cancer pain in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month, guest blogger, Claire Petretti, E-RYT, NASM-CPT, shares her experience with cancer, and how yoga helped her recovery. She specializes in Yoga, Yoga for Cancer Recovery, and Pilates. In January 2010, I was on top of the world…
2nd Annual Simi Valley Community Health & Fitness Expo – Part 2
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 9, 2012 | Events, PMIR in the Community
The PMIR Community Relations Team took to the “Peaceful Valley” to support the Free Clinic of Simi Valley for the 2nd Annual Community Health and Fitness Expo this past weekend. The Community Relations Director David Romero, and teammate Travis Johnston joined the Simi Valley Medical Community to help educate, collaborate, and empower the public…
PMIR Takes Patient Safety to the Highest Level
Pain Management & Injury Relief | October 8, 2012 | PMIR in the Community
NEWS ALERT – There has been discussion in various media outlets recently regarding an outbreak of Spinal Meningitis (SM). For those that don’t know, SM is the swelling or inflammation of the tissue within the lining of the spinal cord and brain. SM is a serious disease requiring immediate medical attention, as symptoms can arise suddenly within…
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- About Us
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- Arthritis
- Cancer Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS)
- Fibromyalgia Pain
- Chronic Headaches
- Herniated Disc
- Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)
- Nerve Damage (Neuropathy)
- Phantom & Stump Pain
- Sciatica & Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
- Spinal Stenosis
- Sports Injuries
- Vertebral Fractures
-
- Botox Injections
- Celiac Plexus Block
- Epidural Steroid Injections
- Facet Block Injections
- Hypogastric Plexus Blocks
- Indirect Deompression
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Ketamine Infusion Therapy
- Kyphoplasty
- Medication Management
- Nerve Blocks
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator
- Piriformis Block Injections
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
- Radiofrequency Ablation Treatments
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Stellate Ganglion Blocks
- Trigger Point Injections
- Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty
- Viscosupplementation
- Contact Us
- Book Now
- 805-557-0096