Non-Surgical Sacroiliac Joint Care On 13th Street, Newark

Image-guided interventions for sacroiliac conditions

Physicians in the licensed Regenexx network at Pain Doctors Medical at 13th Street in Newark utilize orthobiologic procedures to address sacroiliac dysfunction. The approach involves using the patient’s own healing agents. This method may help support pelvic stability and reduce discomfort, offering a less invasive option when compared to surgery.

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495 North 13th Street Newark, NJ 07107

Addressing Sacroiliac Dysfunction Without Surgery

The sacroiliac joint serves as the connection point between the spine and the pelvis. This structure handles the transfer of forces between the upper and lower body. Discomfort often arises when this area becomes unstable due to injury or ligament laxity. Patients might experience lower back issues or difficulty sitting for long periods due to inflammation or degenerative changes. Common contributing factors often include post-traumatic injury and pregnancy-related stress or referred sensation from nearby pelvic structures. Some patients also experience discomfort following previous lumbar surgeries due to stress transfer.

Typical management plans often involve high-dose steroid injections or surgical fusion. Steroids may provide temporary relief but may affect tissue health over time. SI joint fusion connects the joint permanently but changes the joint’s mechanics. This mechanical change sometimes transfers stress to the lumbar spine or hips. Some clinical research suggests that roughly seventeen percent of spinal fusion patients needed additional surgery within five years. Other findings indicate that over half of patients continued narcotic use two years post-surgery.

Physicians in the licensed Regenexx network at Pain Doctors Medical at 13th Street in Newark offer image-guided orthobiologic procedures to address sacroiliac dysfunction. This approach utilizes customized concentrations of the individual’s own platelets or bone marrow-derived cells to treat specific areas of damage. This process may help support the body’s natural repair process and typically involves less recovery time than surgical options.

Regenexx Benefits

  • Increased function
  • Pain reduction
  • Most individuals do not experience extensive downtime
  • Minimal time off of work
  • No surgery
  • Minimal use of mobility tools (crutches, etc.)
  • Minimal disruption of regular routine

495 North 13th Street
Newark, NJ 07107

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Dr. Ilana Etelzon is a highly skilled Pain Management Specialist with extensive experience in Interventional Pain and Musculoskeletal Medicine. Fellowship-trained, she emphasizes regenerative techniques and adopts a non-operative approach to pain management. Dr. Etelzon specializes in addressing a wide range of conditions, including lower back pain, sciatica, pinched nerves, neck pain, and musculoskeletal injuries related to overuse, sports, and arthritis. She employs advanced fluoroscopic and ultrasound-guided methods to ensure precise and effective treatments.

Dr. Etelzon is dedicated to breaking the cycle of pain by developing practical and personalized treatment plans in collaboration with her patients. Her approach begins with alleviating pain, followed by rehabilitation designed to prevent recurrence. The ultimate goal is to create an individualized strategy tailored to each patient’s needs, fostering long-term success and satisfaction.

With expertise in innovative, minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Etelzon focuses on treatments that promote the body’s natural ability to heal and repair. Her methods have been met with high success rates, as evidenced by the positive feedback from her patients.

Dr. Etelzon is an active member of leading professional organizations, including the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP), Spine Intervention Society (SIS), North American Spine Society (NASS), and the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPMR). She has contributed to numerous articles on pain management, regenerative medicine, sports medicine, and cardiac rehabilitation. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Etelzon remains involved in research and enjoys teaching and mentoring residents and students.

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Areas treated: Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine

Areas Treated

Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine

*This provider is NOT authorized by Regenexx to treat the C0-C1 or C1-C2 levels of the neck or CCI (craniocervical instability).

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