Pain Conditions We Treat in Las Vegas
Dr. Gallagher diagnoses and treats acute injuries and chronic pain for adults and children ages 2 and up. Whether your pain started with an accident, an injury at work or years of wear and tear, we find the source and build a plan to help you live without limits.
Common Pain Conditions
Neck Pain
Stiffness, disc problems and arthritis in the neck, including pain that travels into the shoulders and arms.
Back Pain
Low and mid back pain from herniated discs, facet joints, spinal stenosis and muscle strain.
Sciatica and Nerve Pain
Pinched nerves and neuropathy that cause burning, numbness or pain shooting down the arms or legs.
Headaches
Headaches that start in the neck and base of the skull, often after an injury or long hours at a desk.
Joint Pain
Shoulder, hip and knee pain that limits how you move, work and sleep.
Arthritis Pain
Osteoarthritis in the spine and joints, managed so you can stay active.
Sports Injuries
Muscle, joint and spine injuries from sports and exercise, for adults and young athletes.
Pain After Shingles
Lingering nerve pain that stays after the shingles rash heals.
Cancer Pain
Compassionate pain management that works alongside your cancer care team.
Car Accident Injuries
Whiplash, neck and back injuries after a crash, treated on a personal injury lien when you have an attorney.
How lien treatment works →Minimally Invasive Treatments, Performed by Dr. Gallagher
Every treatment targets the source of your pain, not just the symptoms. Dr. Gallagher reviews your imaging, explains your options and performs your procedure herself at an outpatient surgery center, using image guidance for precision.
Epidural Steroid Injections
Anti-inflammatory medication placed near irritated spinal nerves to calm pain from herniated discs, sciatica and stenosis.
Joint and Facet Injections
Targeted relief for arthritic spine joints, knees, hips and shoulders so you can move comfortably again.
Nerve Blocks
Medication placed around specific nerves to interrupt pain signals and pinpoint exactly where your pain starts.
Radiofrequency Ablation
Gentle heat quiets the small nerves that carry chronic neck, back or knee pain, for longer lasting relief.
Trigger Point Injections
Quick outpatient injections that release tight, painful knots in muscles after strain or injury.
Spinal Cord Stimulation
A small device that interrupts pain signals, for chronic pain that has not improved with other care.
Conditions and Treatment FAQs
What to know before your first visit.
When should I see a pain management specialist?
Consider seeing a specialist if pain has lasted more than a few weeks, keeps coming back, spreads into your arms or legs, or has not improved with rest, medication or physical therapy. It is also worth being seen soon after a car accident, even if the pain seems mild at first.
Will I need surgery?
Many neck, back, joint and nerve problems improve with minimally invasive treatments such as injections, nerve blocks or radiofrequency ablation. If your condition needs a surgical opinion, Dr. Gallagher will tell you and explain your options.
How do you decide which treatment is right for me?
Dr. Gallagher starts with a full evaluation, reviews your imaging and history, and pinpoints where your pain is coming from. Sometimes a diagnostic nerve block is used to confirm the source before recommending longer lasting treatment.
Do you treat children and teens?
Yes. Dr. Gallagher treats patients ages 2 and up, including young athletes with sports injuries. A parent or legal guardian attends each visit.
What happens at my first visit?
You meet with Dr. Gallagher for an exam and a conversation about your pain, then leave with a plan made for you. Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a list of medications and any imaging. You can complete the new patient forms ahead of time.
Not Sure Which Treatment Fits?
Your first visit starts with a full evaluation with Dr. Gallagher and a plan made for you.