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Carpal Tunnel Relief Without Surgery At Pain Doctors Medical

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73-75 Ferry Street Newark, NJ 07105

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Carpal tunnel syndrome affects approximately 5% of individuals in the workplace and is characterized by pain, numbness, or tingling that typically occurs in the thumb, index, middle finger, and the inner side of the ring finger. This condition results from pressure on the median nerve in the wrist.

Typical approaches often include steroid injections, which may offer short-term relief but are associated with potential side effects and may interrupt the body’s natural repair mechanisms. When these measures fail to provide lasting benefit, the surgical standard is to cut a ligament in the wrist to relieve pressure on the nerve. This invasive method, however, could lead to compromised wrist stability or the formation of scar tissue, which can again affect nerve function.

Physicians in the licensed Regenexx network, including those at Pain Doctors Medical, located at 73-75 Ferry Street, Newark, NJ, offer non-surgical alternatives that may help reduce symptoms while supporting the body’s natural healing process.

73-75 Ferry Street
Newark, NJ 07105

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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).

How Procedures Using Regenexx Injectates Support Nerve Health

Procedures using Regenexx injectates are minimally invasive and performed on an outpatient basis. The process involves delivering customized concentrations of an individual’s own healing agents—derived from blood (Platelet-Rich Plasma, or PRP) or bone marrow concentrate (BMC)—directly to the areas of nerve compression.

By targeting the structures around the median nerve, these procedures using Regenexx injectates may help reduce the impingement of the nerve and may support improved hand function. Compared to surgical intervention, these procedures typically involve significantly less downtime and may reduce the need for extended time away from daily activities.

Watch a hand procedure using Regenexx injectates performed by a physician in the licensed Regenexx network to learn more:

The Regenexx approach at Pain Doctors Medical focuses on determining the most appropriate and cost-conscious procedure to support improved function. The physician assesses whether a platelet-based injectate or a BMC-based approach may be better suited for a patient’s specific condition.

Is the Regenexx Approach Right for Your Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

When considering alternatives to surgery or long-term medication use for carpal tunnel syndrome, the Regenexx approach offers procedures that are designed to support the body’s natural healing processes. These procedures use proprietary Regenexx lab processes and may help reduce discomfort and improve function in some individuals.

During the initial consultation, a physician in the licensed Regenexx network will conduct a thorough evaluation, which may include a SANS (Stability, Articulation, Neuromuscular function, and Symmetry) assessment to gain insight into nerve health and joint function. This analysis helps guide precise diagnostic and treatment decisions. The evaluation may also utilize imaging reviews and a diagnostic ultrasound to visualize the hand and wrist structures in real time.

This diagnostic approach, provided by physicians in the licensed Regenexx network, can offer a clearer understanding of the underlying factors contributing to symptoms and help determine whether a procedure using Regenexx injectates may be appropriate.

Watch Debbie’s testimonial video to learn how a procedure using Regenexx processing supported her return to daily activities:

Note: As with all medical procedures, procedures using Regenexx lab processes have both success and failure rates. Individual results vary. Patient experiences shared in testimonials should not be interpreted as indicative of outcomes for others.

Webinar: Exploring Non-Surgical Options for Hand, Wrist, and Thumb Arthritis

Join Chris Centeno, MD, founder of Regenexx, as he discusses how procedures using Regenexx lab processes may offer a less invasive alternative to surgery for certain hand, wrist, and thumb conditions.

In this free educational session, you’ll learn:

  • How do procedures using your own bone marrow concentrate and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injectates may compare to surgical options and other conventional treatment.
  • What to expect before, during, and after a procedure using Regenexx lab processing
  • Insightful answers to commonly asked questions about interventional orthobiologics and their potential role in supporting the body’s natural healing process

Note: Like all medical procedures, procedures using Regenexx lab processes have both success and failure rates. Individual outcomes vary.

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