Outpatient Pain Management Procedures

Pain can affect every part of your life - from daily routines to your overall well-being. Whether your discomfort is from an injury, surgery or a chronic condition, Banner Health’s outpatient pain management specialists are here to help you find relief and get back to what matters most. 

Our outpatient approach combines advanced procedures, personalized care and the convenience of same-day treatment - so you can manage pain effectively without an overnight hospital stay. 

What is outpatient pain management? 

Outpatient pain management includes procedures and therapies performed in a surgery center or outpatient clinic instead of a hospital setting. These treatments are designed to relieve pain, reduce inflammation and improve mobility - often with lower cost, less downtime and a calmer environment. 

During your visit, your Banner physician will evaluate your symptoms and customize a treatment plan tailored to your condition, lifestyle and pain level. This plan may include: 

• Minimally invasive procedures such as injections or nerve blocks 
• Rehabilitation therapies like physical or occupational therapy 
• Medication management or sports medicine interventions 

Our goal is to help you safely reduce pain and improve function with as little disruption to your daily life as possible. 

Common outpatient pain management procedures 

Depending on your needs, Banner Health offers a wide range of outpatient procedures to treat both acute and chronic pain. Some of the most common include: 

• Epidural injections: Deliver medication into the spine to reduce pain and inflammation. 
• Joint injections: Local anesthetic or steroid medication placed directly into joints to relieve arthritis or injury-related pain. 
• Facet joint procedures: Target the small joints in the spine that may be causing back pain. 
• Sacroiliac joint injections: Reduce pain in the lower back and pelvis area. 
• Peripheral nerve blocks: Block pain signals from specific nerves in the neck, arms, or legs. 
• Trigger point injections: Relieve muscle knots and tension that contribute to chronic pain. 

Your doctor will determine which approach is best based on the source and type of your pain. 

Benefits of outpatient pain management 

Choosing outpatient pain management offers several advantages, including: 

• No hospital stay required - you can return home the same day. 
• Lower overall cost than inpatient treatment. 
• Faster recovery and minimal disruption to daily activities. 
• Personalized care in a calm, supportive environment. 
• Comprehensive options that combine procedures, therapy and follow-up care. 

Outpatient procedures are performed by skilled Banner Health pain management specialists using the latest technology and imaging guidance for precision and safety. 

Personalized care for lasting relief 

Pain affects everyone differently. That’s why Banner Health’s pain management teams take a multidisciplinary approach - combining physical therapy, interventional procedures, and lifestyle support to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. 

Your doctor will continue to monitor your progress and adjust your plan as needed to ensure lasting pain relief and improved quality of life. 

Find outpatient pain management near you 

Don’t let pain control your life. Banner Health offers advanced outpatient pain management options to help you feel better, move better and live better.