When pain is in your way, even a simple step can be a challenge
Everything starts with a single step.
Whether you’re trying to run a marathon or get the mail, pain can make you stop in your tracks.
At South Coast Radiology we know that living in pain affects every part of your life. And we know that you’ve probably already taken steps to relieve your pain.
We can identify the obstacles and provide targeted treatments to guide your path forward.
Ready for the next step?
What is pain management?
Pain management is a specialised area of medical care focused on reducing or managing acute and chronic pain affecting the spine, joints, and soft tissues.
Image-guided procedures (also known as interventional procedures or interventional radiology) enable precise diagnosis and treatment by allowing radiologists to target the exact source of pain.
These treatments are commonly used when symptoms persist despite physiotherapy or medication.
Conditions we treat
We provide pain management for a range of conditions, including:
- Back and neck pain
- Sciatica and nerve pain
- Joint pain (shoulder, hip, knee)
- Arthritis and inflammation
- Sports injuries
- Tendon and soft tissue pain
Pain management treatments
Our radiologists perform a range of minimally invasive, image-guided procedures including:
Cortisone and Steroid injections
Reduce inflammation and relieve pain in joints, tendons and surrounding tissues
Nerve root injections
Target irritated or compressed nerves to reduce pain signals and inflammation.
Facet joint injections
Treat pain arising from the spine due to arthritis or degeneration.
Epidural Injections
Deliver medication into the epidural space to manage chronic back and nerve pain.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy
Supports the body’s natural healing process by using concentrated platelets from your blood.
These procedures are typically performed under CT or ultrasound guidance for accuracy and safety, helping deliver treatment directly to the source of pain.
Benefits of image-guided pain management
Image-guided techniques allow precise delivery, improving outcomes and reducing risk compared to non-guided approaches
- Targeted treatment of the pain source
- Minimally invasive procedures
- Reduced reliance on long-term medication
- May delay or avoid surgery
What to expect
Before your appointment
You will need a referral from your doctor. Our team will help guide you through booking and preparation.
During the procedure
- Performed using CT or ultrasound guidance
- Usually completed under local anaesthetic
- Typically quick and minimally invasive
After your procedure
Most patients can return to normal activities shortly after, with follow-up managed through your referring doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, a referral from your GP or specialist is required for most procedures.
Image-guided injections are commonly performed and designed to improve accuracy and safety.
Relief can vary depending on the condition and treatment. Some patients experience improvement within days to weeks.
Most procedures are minimally invasive, and many patients return to normal activities shortly after.
Pain management can help with spinal pain, joint pain, nerve pain and soft tissue conditions.
