Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) and How It Helps Manage Back Pain

The terms mononeuritis and entrapment neuropathy cover a wide spectrum of nerve disorders and therefore may present unique challenges in pain management. In recent years, the use of peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) has garnered attention as a promising treatment for some of these disorders. So, ...

Patient Spotlight: Beacon Doctors Team Up to Restore Active Life for Patient with Sudden Pain

Unless there is an accident or an injury, pain usually grows slowly over time. Gradually building until a specific “pain start date” may even be difficult to identify. Not so for 71-year-old Patricia Amshoff.  No car accident. No fall. But one day, this healthy, active adult had no pain and the ...

Peripheral Nerve Stimulator for Post-Surgical Pain Management

Written by Dr. Vic Manocha Patients often seek out surgical options when conservative therapies have failed. Most of the time, surgery corrects the problem and relieve patients of their painful symptoms. However, there are times when patient continues to have pain after surgery. Entrapment mononeuropathies ...

When Your Spine Takes a Wrong Turn: Understanding lumbar and cervical lordosis conditions

Did you know back pain is one of the most common reasons patients see a doctor in the United States? Some of that pain can stem from the loss of the natural ‘S’ curve of the back and neck. This normal curve helps support the weight of the head and proper range of motion in the neck and also provides ...

Understanding Pain Management

More than 40 million Americans live with chronic pain. So, whether you are one of those 40 million or are experiencing pain during your recovery, Beacon specialists understand that pain management is a critical part of your successful treatment and recovery plan. What is a Pain Management Doctor? To ...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Welcomes Dr. Vic Manocha

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is proud to announce that board-certified and fellowship-trained Pain Management Specialist Vic Manocha, M.D., has joined the Beacon Orthopaedics team. Dr. Manocha brings more than 20 years of medical experience with him. Dr. Manocha ...