Overview

What Are Non-Opioid Medications?

Non-opioid medications are used to relieve pain. This type of medicine does not contain opioids. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are commonly administered to our patients for the treatment and management of various pains. These medicines are safe for long term use without the potential for dependency and severe side effects.

At RTM Physiatry PLLC, treatment begins with a careful evaluation so the medication plan matches your symptoms, history, and overall rehabilitation goals.

Benefits

Why Patients Choose This Option

Non-opioid pain medications can support recovery and day-to-day comfort while reducing many of the concerns associated with opioid-based treatment.

Reduced Risk of Addiction

Non-opioid pain medications have a lower risk of causing dependency and addiction. They use different pathways to alleviate pain, making them a safer option for long-term treatment.


Fewer Side Effects

These medications donโ€™t have severe side effects like opioids. Any digestive-related effects are typically easier to manage and less severe.


Effective Pain Control

They are highly effective for various types of pain, including chronic pain conditions and short term pain from injuries, surgeries, or nerve damage.


Improved Functionality

Because they do not produce sedative effects, patients can better maintain cognitive and physical function and stay active during treatment.

Conditions

Conditions We Treat

Chronic Pain

Support for chronic pain conditions such as arthritis and fibromyalgia with medication plans tailored to your needs.

Musculoskeletal Pain

Treatment for back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, elbow pain, hip pain, ankle or foot pain, and wrist or hand pain.

Injury and Nerve Pain

Care for pain from sports injuries, surgeries, neuropathic pain conditions, tendinitis, and bursitis.

What To Expect During Treatment

Our physician-led process is designed to identify the cause of pain, recommend the right non-opioid medication plan, and monitor your progress over time.

Step 1

Evaluation by Your Physician

We begin your treatment with a thorough evaluation of your physical condition. Our physiatrist reviews your medical history, current symptoms, and previous treatments to identify the underlying reason for your pain.

Medical history review

Symptom assessment

Cause-focused diagnosis

Step 2

Personalized Treatment Plan

We develop personalized treatment plans based on our evaluation. Our physician determines the most suitable non-opioid medication for your condition and may also suggest physical therapy and lifestyle modifications.

Medication selection

Therapy recommendations

Lifestyle guidance

Step 3

Education and Follow Up

We provide detailed instructions on how to take your medications, explain expected results and possible side effects, and schedule regular follow-up appointments to track progress and adjust treatment when needed.

Clear instructions

Ongoing monitoring

Plan adjustments

Do you or your loved ones need non-opioid medication treatment for pain relief? Our pain management center is here to provide safe, physician-led care. We are open Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, offer online and walk in appointments, and accept all major insurance.

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rtmphysicaltherapy@gmail.com

(718) 487-3109

89-16 175 STREET, CF3
JAMAICA, NY 11432