Chronic Pain Treatment in Delhi
A structured pain management approach for pain that persists, recurs or affects everyday life.
Dr. Ekta Gupta
MBBS, MD, Fellowship Trained Pain Physician, AIIMS Delhi
A focused approach to finding the pain source
Chronic pain is not simply pain that is severe. It is pain that persists or recurs over time and can affect movement, sleep, work, mood and daily routines. A pain specialist can help identify contributing factors and build a practical treatment plan.
MBBS, MD, Fellowship Trained Pain Physician, AIIMS Delhi
Assessment before treatment
The aim is to understand the pattern of pain, its likely source and how it is affecting movement and daily life before selecting treatment.
Symptoms that may need assessment
Persistent pain
Pain that continues for months or repeatedly returns.
Sleep disruption
Pain can make falling asleep or staying asleep difficult.
Reduced activity
People may gradually avoid walking, exercise or social activities.
Pain-related fatigue
Ongoing pain can be physically and mentally exhausting.
Movement limitation
Stiffness or fear of movement can reduce function.
Impact on work and life
Persistent symptoms can affect concentration, productivity and daily responsibilities.
What can cause chronic pain?
Spine conditions
Back, neck, disc, joint and nerve disorders can become persistent.
Arthritis
Joint inflammation and structural changes can produce long-term pain.
Nerve pain
Peripheral neuropathy and nerve irritation can cause ongoing symptoms.
Musculoskeletal problems
Tendon, ligament and muscle conditions may become persistent when not fully rehabilitated.
Post-injury pain
Pain can continue after an injury even after the initial tissue damage has healed.
Cancer-related pain
Pain related to cancer or its treatment requires coordinated medical care.
Treatment is based on the diagnosis
There is no single treatment that suits every patient. Options may include conservative care, rehabilitation, medication planning and selected image-guided pain procedures.
- Detailed clinical assessment
- Review of previous treatment and response
- Imaging when clinically appropriate
- Clear discussion of available options
- Follow-up based on symptoms and function
Comprehensive assessment
The goal is to understand the pain pattern, diagnosis, function and previous treatments.
Medication review
Medicines are reviewed for benefit, safety and suitability rather than simply escalating doses.
Physiotherapy and exercise
Appropriate movement and strengthening support function and confidence.
Image-guided procedures
Selected patients may benefit from targeted injections or nerve procedures.
Radiofrequency ablation
RFA may be considered for specific chronic pain sources after diagnostic assessment.
Long-term care plan
Follow-up focuses on function, activity, symptom control and practical goals.
When targeted treatment may be appropriate
For selected patients, image-guided procedures can target a specific joint, nerve or other pain-generating structure. The procedure is chosen only after clinical assessment.
Commonly considered procedures
- Image-guided injections
- Selective nerve blocks
- Epidural injections for selected spine-related nerve pain
- Facet or joint procedures
- Radiofrequency ablation for selected chronic pain sources
Pain relief is only one part of recovery
Move better
Treatment is paired with movement and rehabilitation wherever appropriate.
Build confidence
A graded return to normal activities can help reduce fear and unnecessary avoidance.
Prevent recurrence
Strength, posture, activity planning and condition-specific advice can support long-term management.
Do not ignore persistent or changing pain
Urgent assessment is appropriate when chronic pain changes suddenly, is associated with major weakness or neurological symptoms, follows significant trauma, or is accompanied by other concerning systemic symptoms.
A simple treatment journey
01 Consultation
Discuss symptoms, history, daily limitations and previous treatment.
02 Examination
Assess movement, strength, sensation and the likely pain source.
03 Plan
Choose appropriate conservative or minimally invasive options.
04 Follow-up
Review response, function and next steps.
Frequently asked questions
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Discuss your pain with Dr. Ekta Gupta
If persistent pain is affecting your movement, sleep, work or everyday activities, a specialist assessment can help clarify the available treatment options.
MBBS, MD, Fellowship Trained Pain Physician, AIIMS Delhi
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