Interventional Pain Options for Spine Pain

This lecture will provide an in-depth overview of interventional pain management options for healthcare professionals, focusing on evidence-based techniques to address chronic pain. We will explore the role of epidural steroid injections (ESIs) in managing radicular pain, the effectiveness of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for facet-mediated pain, and the expanding indications for spinal cord stimulators (SCS) in neuropathic and refractory pain conditions. Additionally, we will discuss the emerging field of regenerative medicine, including the use of autologous biologics such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and mesenchymal stem cells, as potential alternatives to traditional interventions. The lecture will emphasize patient selection, clinical outcomes, and the integration of these modalities into a comprehensive, multimodal pain management strategy. Attendees will gain practical insights into optimizing treatment plans, improving patient outcomes, and navigating the evolving landscape of interventional pain medicine.

Learning objectives:

1. Describe traditional medicine interventional options for spine related pain
2. Identify regenerative medicine options for spine related pain
3. Recognize when a person should be referred for a surgical consultation

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About Dr. Jamie Lewis
Dr. Jamie Lewis is a board-certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with a subspecialty in Pain Medicine, dedicated to providing innovative and compassionate care to patients across Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California, Riverside, followed by his Doctor of Medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. His training continued with an internship in Internal Medicine, a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and a fellowship in Pain Management at Loma Linda University and its affiliated hospitals.

Dr. Lewis serves as the medical director of Northwest Spine and Pain Medicine and the Northwest Center for Regenerative and Performance Medicine, where he integrates evidence-based pain management, regenerative therapies, and longevity-focused interventions to help patients regain function and improve quality of life. In addition to his clinical work, he is an assistant clinical professor in pain medicine at WSU School of Medicine and an attending physician for the Providence St. Luke’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency program, where he mentors the next generation of physicians.

Registration

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Thank you for your interest in the virtual discussion "Interventional Pain Options for Spine Pain." Registration is currently closed.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Marian Wilson, marian.wilson@wsu.edu.

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Accreditation

The Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

The Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.0  AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

The Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Pharmacy continuing education credits (1.0 contact hour, knowledge-based, ACPE Activity Number: UAN 0071-9999-24-020-L08-P) are available for this activity.

This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses  Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This activity is approved for 1.0 contact hours.