Is it normal to still have pain months after surgery?

Pain that doesn't ease after the expected weeks of recovery shouldn't be normalized. Evaluated in time, it can usually be controlled better.

Why does pain sometimes stay after surgery?

The nervous system can become sensitized during and after the procedure. Identifying it early helps prevent the pain from becoming chronic.

What can I do if I've already had it for a while?

It can still be evaluated and treated. The plan combines medication, procedures when they apply, and strategies to regain function.

Condition

Post-Surgical Pain

If pain isn't going away months after surgery, don't normalize it. Caught early and treated specifically, it can be controlled before it becomes permanent.

How I approach it

If pain isn't going away months after surgery, don't normalize it. Caught early and treated specifically, it can be controlled before it becomes permanent.

Every consultation starts with listening. We characterize your pain, review prior tests, and build a plan that may include medication, image-guided procedures, and non-pharmacological strategies.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it normal to still have pain months after surgery?: Pain that doesn't ease after the expected weeks of recovery shouldn't be normalized. Evaluated in time, it can usually be controlled better.
Why does pain sometimes stay after surgery?: The nervous system can become sensitized during and after the procedure. Identifying it early helps prevent the pain from becoming chronic.
What can I do if I've already had it for a while?: It can still be evaluated and treated. The plan combines medication, procedures when they apply, and strategies to regain function.