Medication Management · Updated August 2026
Medication Management
Medication management for chronic pain involves the careful, physician-supervised use of pharmacologic therapies to control pain, improve function, and enhance quality of life. At IPC, medication management is always part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes interventional procedures, physical therapy referrals, and lifestyle modifications.
Medically reviewed by Joshua L. Hare, DO, Founder & Medical Director
Conditions Treated
All chronic pain conditions when pharmacologic management is indicated as part of a multimodal treatment plan
How It Works
Our physicians evaluate your pain condition, medical history, current medications, and treatment goals to develop an individualized medication plan. This may include non-opioid analgesics, anti-inflammatory medications, neuropathic pain medications (gabapentin, pregabalin, duloxetine), muscle relaxants, topical treatments, and when medically appropriate, carefully managed opioid therapy with regular monitoring.[1]
What to Expect
Initial evaluation includes a comprehensive medication review, urine drug screening, and review of the state prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP). Follow-up visits for medication management are scheduled regularly.
Follow-up
Medication management is an ongoing treatment relationship. Regular follow-up visits allow your clinician to review your response, side effects and treatment goals.
Duration of Relief
Ongoing as part of your comprehensive pain treatment plan. Medications are regularly reviewed and adjusted based on response, side effects, and treatment goals.
References
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