Pelvic Pain

Stabbing, burning, or shocklike pain in the pelvic region can be a warning sign of nerve damage or another neurological condition.  Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute provides advanced diagnostic testing in-office to accurately identify the source of pelvic pain in women and men. The board-certified neurologists have extensive experience managing chronic pain with nerve blocks and other nonsurgical therapies. Spinal cord stimulation is also available to support long-lasting relief of pelvic pain. Call the office in Bethlehem, Lilburn, or Braselton, Georgia, today to schedule a pelvic pain evaluation or book an appointment online.

What causes pelvic pain?

Acute pelvic pain in men and women can stem from infections, including sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and urinary tract infections (UTIs), appendicitis, or gastrointestinal disorders.

Pelvic pain in women can result from issues in the reproductive organs such as the ovaries, uterus, and fallopian tubes. Common causes of chronic pain include cancer, ovarian cysts, and endometriosis.

Chronic pelvic pain that lasts for several months can be a symptom of underlying neurological issues like pudendal neuralgia, a condition that describes the entrapment of the pudendal nerve that runs from the back of the pelvis to the muscles in the genital region.

Other neurological conditions that contribute to pelvic pain include:

• Stroke
• Diabetic neuralgia
• Parkinson’s disease
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Sacroiliac joint dysfunction

Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions that contribute to chronic pelvic pain. The skilled physicians focus on the least invasive treatment to relieve chronic pain and improve your quality of life.

When should I see a doctor for pelvic pain?

Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute if you have unexplained pelvic pain that doesn’t improve with rest and over-the-counter medications.

You should also seek medical attention if you have sudden or severe pain in your pelvis or lower back that interferes with your mobility or daily routine.  Pain can also feel like electric shocks or a burning pain that worsens when sitting or lying down.

The specialists complete a physical exam and may order an ultrasound or other imaging tests to identify the cause of pain. You might also need electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction study (NCS) to assess the function of your pelvic nerves.

How is pelvic pain treated?

Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute provides customized care plans to relieve pelvic pain and prevent additional complications. Available treatments include:

• Pain relievers
• Anti-inflammatories
• Steroid injections
• Nerve blocks
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy

If these therapies aren’t working well, you may be a candidate for a spinal cord stimulator. This treatment involves the surgical placement of a small generator that produces electric currents, which travel through the spinal cord to disrupt pain signals. You control the stimulator with an external remote to treat pain as it occurs.

Call Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for persistent pelvic pain or book a consultation online.