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Pain Management Near Lowell, AR
NWA Interventional Pain provides pain management near Lowell, AR, for patients with persistent back pain, neck pain, sciatica and other painful conditions. Dr. Stephen A. Irwin sees patients at our Rogers office, where he evaluates what may be causing your symptoms and discusses treatment options based on your examination and medical history.
If pain is changing the way you work, drive or sleep, tell us what a typical day looks like. You might feel comfortable while moving around but develop leg pain after sitting in the car. Or you might get through the day with neck pain that wakes you when you roll over at night. When symptoms start, where they travel and what helps them settle are all useful details for your evaluation.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Irwin or call 479-413-4108.
Meet Your Pain Doctor Serving Lowell, AR
Dr. Stephen A. Irwin is board certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine. He completed a pain medicine fellowship at UT Southwestern and has practiced interventional pain management since 2008.
At your consultation, Dr. Irwin reviews the treatments you’ve already tried and how you responded. If you’ve had an injection, tell him whether it helped the pain you came in for, whether other symptoms remained and how long any improvement lasted. He’ll consider those details alongside your examination and any relevant imaging when discussing what to do next. Learn more about Dr. Stephen Irwin.
Chronic Pain Conditions We Evaluate
Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain may make it difficult to lift, sit through a meeting or stand long enough to finish a household task. Tell Dr. Irwin where you feel it and whether bending, changing positions or getting up after sitting affects your symptoms.
Neck Pain
Neck pain can limit how comfortably you turn your head while driving or work at a computer. If you also have pain, tingling or numbness in an arm or hand, explain where it starts and whether moving your neck changes it.
Sciatica and Radiating Leg Pain
Sciatica can cause pain that extends from the buttock down the leg, sometimes with tingling or numbness. Describe whether the symptoms reach your calf or foot and whether they change when you sit, stand or walk.
Herniated Discs and Spinal Stenosis
A herniated disc or narrowing around the spinal nerves can contribute to back, neck, arm or leg symptoms. Dr. Irwin considers how the findings on your imaging fit with your exam. If you can stand comfortably for only a few minutes before leg pain starts, tell him what happens when you sit or lean forward.
Sacroiliac Joint Pain
Pain from a sacroiliac joint may be felt low in the back or near the buttock. Because symptoms can overlap with pain from the hip or lower spine, Dr. Irwin may ask what happens when you climb stairs, shift your weight or stand up from a chair.
Joint and Muscle Pain
If pain starts when you reach overhead, climb stairs or get out of a vehicle, point out where you feel it and whether it continues after the movement. That can help Dr. Irwin decide which areas to examine more closely.
Nerve Pain and Pain After Spine Surgery
Dr. Irwin evaluates persistent nerve pain, complex regional pain syndrome, and pain that continues or returns after spine surgery. If you’ve had surgery, explain which symptoms improved, which remained and whether you developed pain in a different area.
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Interventional Pain Management Treatments
Interventional pain management uses targeted procedures to help identify or treat certain sources of pain. Depending on your evaluation, Dr. Irwin may also recommend medication management, bracing, or a referral for physical therapy. If he recommends a procedure, he’ll explain what it targets and how you’ll assess your response.
Epidural Steroid Injections
An epidural steroid injection delivers medication into the epidural space around the spinal nerves. Dr. Irwin may consider this option for certain types of arm or leg pain when the evaluation suggests spinal nerve irritation.
Facet Joint Injections and Medial Branch Blocks
Facet joints are small joints along the spine. When Dr. Irwin suspects they contribute to neck or back pain, a facet joint injection or medial branch block may help evaluate that possibility. After a diagnostic block, he may ask you to note how long any relief lasts and whether a movement that usually hurts feels easier.
Radiofrequency Ablation
Radiofrequency ablation uses controlled heat to interrupt pain signals carried by selected nerves. Dr. Irwin may discuss it when diagnostic blocks suggest those nerves are contributing to your pain.
Sacroiliac Joint Injections
A sacroiliac joint injection places medication into the joint. Your response can help Dr. Irwin assess whether the joint contributes to your symptoms and guide the follow-up discussion.
Nerve Blocks
A nerve block places medication near a selected nerve. Depending on the condition, it may help determine whether the nerve is involved or help manage symptoms. Dr. Irwin can explain the purpose of the block and what changes to report afterward.
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal cord stimulation may be considered for some patients with persistent nerve-related pain. Eligible patients can try temporary stimulation and discuss their response before deciding whether to pursue a permanent device.
Trigger Point Injections
Dr. Irwin may consider a trigger point injection for certain types of localized muscle pain. He’ll assess whether a tender area in the muscle contributes to your symptoms and discuss whether an injection could be part of your care.
In-Office Procedures, Sedation and Payment Options
Sedation for Spinal Procedures
Many pain management procedures can be performed at our Rogers office. We offer in-office sedation for most spinal procedures, when appropriate. Tell Dr. Irwin if a previous injection was difficult or if you’re concerned about discomfort. He can explain which options apply to your procedure, and our team can go over how to prepare.
Insurance and Self-Pay
NWA Interventional Pain accepts most insurance plans and offers self-pay options. An office-based procedure may cost less out of pocket than having it at a hospital or surgery center. Your costs depend on the service, where it’s performed, and your coverage. Have your insurance card ready when you call so our team can help you check network participation, referral requirements, and prior authorization.
When to See a Pain Doctor Near Lowell, AR
Consider an evaluation if pain keeps interrupting your sleep, limits your walking, or makes it difficult to get through work. A visit may also be helpful if symptoms begin traveling into an arm or leg, or if pain returns after a treatment that previously helped.
Before your visit, think of one activity you’d like to do more comfortably. If you can sit through only part of your commute before the pain starts, note when it starts and what eases it. That gives you and Dr. Irwin a specific problem to discuss as you consider treatment options.
Directions From Lowell, AR, to Our Pain Management Clinic
NWA Interventional Pain is located in Rogers, Arkansas.
NWA Interventional Pain
3702 W Southern Hills Blvd
Rogers, AR 72758
Phone
479-413-4108
Office Hours
Monday through Thursday: 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
From central Lowell, take West Monroe Avenue (AR-264) to I-49 north toward Rogers. Use the driving directions link for the exit and final turns to our office on West Southern Hills Boulevard.
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Preparing for Your Pain Management Appointment
Before leaving Lowell, confirm your check-in time and ask whether the office needs records sent ahead. Bring your insurance card, a current medication list and any available imaging, injection or surgery reports. If another office has those records, tell us where they’re held so we can explain what to request.
For your first consultation, it can help to write down when the pain started, where you feel it and which treatments you’ve already tried. If an injection helped one symptom but left another unchanged, include both details. The procedure report can also show Dr. Irwin exactly what was treated.
If you’re scheduled for a procedure, call 479-413-4108 to confirm instructions about medications, eating and drinking, and whether someone needs to drive you home. Read our patient FAQs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pain Management Near Lowell, AR
Where will I go for my appointment if I live in Lowell?
Dr. Irwin sees Lowell patients at our Rogers office at 3702 W Southern Hills Blvd. We’re accepting new patients. Use the directions link above to plan your drive.
Can I have a consultation and an injection on the same trip from Lowell?
Call before planning around a same-day procedure. Dr. Irwin first needs to determine whether an injection is appropriate. Scheduling can also depend on insurance authorization and the preparation the procedure requires.
Will I need a ride home to Lowell after a procedure?
If sedation is planned, confirm the office’s driver requirements before your appointment so you can arrange a ride. For other procedures, ask whether any driving or activity restrictions apply afterward.
Do I need a referral to see a pain doctor?
Referral requirements vary by insurance plan. Call with your plan information so our team can help you check whether a referral is required and what your referring provider needs to send.
Can I schedule a visit if physical therapy helped only some of my symptoms?
Yes. Tell Dr. Irwin which movements became easier and which symptoms still interfere with daily activities. That information can help him decide what to evaluate next.
Can Dr. Irwin evaluate leg pain that gets worse when I sit?
Yes. Dr. Irwin evaluates sciatica and other causes of radiating leg pain. Tell him where the pain starts, how long you can sit before it comes on and whether getting up changes it.
Can I be seen if my pain came back after spine surgery?
Yes. Dr. Irwin evaluates pain that persists or returns after spine surgery. If available, bring your operative report and follow-up imaging, and note when your symptoms changed or returned.
Do I need a new MRI before my first appointment?
Tell us when and where any prior imaging was done. Dr. Irwin can review those records and your symptoms before deciding whether additional imaging would help.
Can I have a pain injection at the office?
Many injections can be performed at our Rogers office. The setting depends on the procedure and your medical needs. When you schedule, ask our team to confirm where your procedure will take place.
Can I ask about sedation if I’m nervous about a spinal injection?
Yes. In-office sedation is available for most spinal procedures when appropriate. Tell Dr. Irwin what concerns you so he can explain the options and preparation for your procedure.
Will insurance cover my consultation or procedure?
Coverage depends on your plan and the service you receive. Our team can help you check network participation and find out whether your plan requires a referral or prior authorization.
Can I schedule with Medicare or Medicare Advantage?
Call the office with your specific plan details. Our team can help you check participation and find out what your plan requires before scheduling.
Can I see Dr. Irwin without insurance?
Yes. NWA Interventional Pain offers self-pay options. Ask about arrangements for your initial visit and how to request an estimate if further treatment is recommended.
Schedule a Pain Management Appointment Near Lowell, AR
When you call, let us know whether you’ve had imaging, injections or surgery. Our team can help you find an appointment time, explain which records to bring and answer questions about preparing for your visit.
Call 479-413-4108 or visit our appointment page to schedule a consultation for pain management near Lowell, AR.