Dennis J. Bonner, MD

Patients

Patient Information

Pain isn’t straightforward. See our Pain Management Physician.

Lower back pain could be caused by many conditions, for example. It could be musculoskeletal in nature and related to your posture at your work desk, where a forward-leaning head is putting pressure on your neck that’s felt down to your back. Your lower back pain could be due to a herniated disc or spinal stenosis. It could be related to sciatica. Or, your pain could be due to a degenerative condition like arthritis or degenerative disc disease.

 

When should I visit A Pain Management Doctor?

  • If pain is ruling your life or limiting the amount of activities you can engage in

  • You’ve tried at-home or natural therapies to relieve your pain and haven’t found relief

  • If your primary care doctor hasn’t been able to diagnose the cause of your pain

  • Your pain has lasted for three months or more

  • You have any severe or debilitating types of pain

 

What Should Bring I Bring on my First Visit?

For your first visit, your doctor will focus on diagnosing the exact cause of your pain. Because of this, you should bring:

  • A pain journal (if you have one) that details your symptoms, triggers, and pain intensity over a given period

  • Your treatment history, as well as any X-ray or MRI scans

  • A list of any medications you’re currently taking

  • Your insurance information

  • Any information about what makes your pain better or worse

 

Our Commitment to You ⭐

Our Pain Management Doctors goal is to provide patients with the most advanced diagnostic procedures, non-surgical and non-injection treatments available for acute and chronic pain relief. We continually evaluate new and developing diagnostic tools to ensure we are using cutting-edge technology and treatments. Our physicians work together to develop individualized plans to improve the quality of each patient’s life.

Trained in some of the nation’s most prestigious medical centers, our pain management specialists have their medical degrees from top ranking schools and continue to be active in the medical community. Our physicians are leaders in pain management research.

 
 

Please consider the following resources. If this is an emergency, please call 911.

 
 
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. 1-800-273-8255.

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American Chronic Pain Association

Since 1980, the ACPA has offered peer support and education in pain management skills to people with pain, family and friends, and health care professionals.

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U.S. Pain Foundation

Empowers, educates, connects, and advocates for people living with chronic conditions that cause pain. A 501(3)(c) organization dedicated to serving those who live with pain conditions and their care providers, U.S. Pain Foundation helps individuals find resources and inspiration.

 

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