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The Pain Squad™

At last, a more effective, evidence-based alternative for chronic pain, innovated by Confluent Health and available exclusively at Physical Therapy Central.

You're exhausted. You've struggled with chronic pain for months, maybe years. You feel alone. You've tried everything: injections, narcotics, MRIs, a different narcotic, physical therapy, a chiropractor, maybe surgery. The drugs are dangerously addictive and make you drowsy or confused or nauseous. You're missing out on the things you love to do or activities with family and friends. Nothing helps, you're miserable, and it's not getting better.

The Pain Squad is a Confluent Health program to help.

What is The Pain Squad™?

The Pain Squad™ is focused and highly specialized to provide a combination of techniques, tools, and services based on the best science, The Pain Squad™ provides effective & lasting results for people with chronic pain. People just like you.

By integrating physical therapy, behavioral health, and innovative technology solutions, The Pain Squad™ provides a more effective, science-based alternative to opioid-based treatments. The Pain Squad™, innovated by Confluent Health and available exclusively at Physical Therapy Central, is tailor-made to provide much-needed, high-quality, and personal care for people experiencing chronic pain.

Am I Eligible for The Pain Squad™?

The Pain Squad™ is designed to bring relief to patients experiencing chronic pain, including those who:

  • Are non-surgical candidates (possibly due to prior surgeries that didn't address or resolve the pain)
  • Have tried physical therapy before
  • Have experienced multiple treatments that did not work
  • Are concerned that movement makes pain worse

Want to Know More?

The Pain Squad™ is a Confluent Health program available exclusively at Physical Therapy Central. You can learn more about Confluent Health's innovations in combatting chronic pain by providing a more effective, evidence-based alternative to opioid-based treatments here.

Pain Squad FAQ

  • It's not uncommon for our patients with chronic pain to be overstimulated and need the safety to decompress. Our unique clinical environment reduces that anxiety, and some treatments may be provided in a private treatment room.

  • Many of our patients have been able to reduce or even stop taking pain medication as well as see a significant improvement in overall function. Each person will be evaluated based on their individual situation.You, your physical therapist, and your doctor will work together to develop a plan that is right for you.

  • Yes. Call, text, or chat today to learn more about cash prices for evaluation and treatment.

  • Usually no, although there are some health plans that require a physician order for care. We can check on your plan's requirements ahead of time and work with your doctor if needed.

  • Our understanding of pain has improved so much over the past 10 years. Even the most specialized physicians find it difficult to keep up with the research. The Pain Squad™ was developed by the leading pain scientists in the U.S.

    By integrating the best of physical therapy techniques, behavioral health, and innovative technology solutions, The Pain Squad™ provides a more effective, science-based alternative to opioid-based treatments, improving quality of life and functional capacity for most patients.

    In addition to hands-on techniques and exercise, The Pain Squad™ creates educational sessions around activity challenges and healthy daily rhythms. Through one-on-one coversations and our technology solutions, we explain the why behind the hurt which allows you to troubleshoot your way to wellness.

  • In most cases, yes! We participate with just about every insurance plan and will make sure you understand your coverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • A physical therapy visit lasts about 40-60 minutes. The actual contents of the visit vary based on your diagnosis/need, but typically what happens is:

    1. You check in with the receptionist, make any appointments necessary, and we discuss your health insurance benefits with you.
    2. You go into the gym. You can change clothes if you need to, then begin therapy.
    3. You perform 6-8 various exercises and stretches. These can include therapeutic band exercises, light body weight exercises, or minimal weights. The stretches will promote strength, stability, improved range of motion, and pain relief.
    4. We can initiate other techniques to include manual work, taping, cupping, and dry needling as needed.
    5. The therapist makes recommendations based on your progress. These can include altering the frequency of visits, making additions/alterations to your home exercise plan, or things to do before your next visit.
  • We recommend budgeting 40-60 minutes for a typical therapy session. The only exception to this will be your first visit, which can take about 20 minutes longer due to the physical therapy evaluation your therapist will provide. We also recommend showing up about 10-15 minutes early to your first visit. This way, you can complete the paperwork before your visit time and streamline the process.

  • If we are asking you to do something that is hurting too much, let us know! Physical therapy should not be severely painful. It is not common to be so sore that patients are in pain or it affects their daily life. If this ever happens during or after an appointment, let us know and we will adapt your program.

  • During your initial evaluation, your therapist may ask you a number of questions to determine what the cause of your pain is. This can include questions about your sleep habits, activity level, and work environment. They will also ask for a medical history, and then typically ask direct questions about where and when you experience pain.

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