by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Feb 28, 2025 | Cancer pain, compression fracture, vertebroplasty
As a specialized pain management practice, we frequently treat patients with sacral fractures. A sacral fracture is a break in the sacrum, the triangular bone at the base of the spine. These fractures can cause significant pain and mobility issues, affecting daily...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Feb 25, 2025 | Minimally Invasive SI Fusion, Sacroiliac Joint Fusion, sacroiliac joint pain
The sacroiliac (SI) joints connect the spine to the pelvis, providing stability and absorbing shock. When these joints become dysfunctional due to injury, arthritis, or instability, patients can experience chronic pain in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. For some,...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Feb 18, 2025 | Nerve Pain, Piriformis Injections, sciatica
What is Piriformis Syndrome? Piriformis syndrome is a common but often overlooked cause of buttock and leg pain, affecting an estimated 6% of patients diagnosed with sciatica. It occurs when the piriformis muscle, located deep in the buttock, compresses or irritates...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Feb 4, 2025 | Back Pain, kyphoplasty
Car accidents can lead to a variety of injuries, even when the collision seems minor. Recently, I treated a patient who experienced aching mid-back pain after being rear-ended by a Tesla. Despite Teslas appearing small, their electric batteries make them significantly...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Jan 21, 2025 | Back Pain, Facet Arthritis, Hip Pain, radiculopathy, sacroiliac joint pain
When I was a kid, there was a song called “The Skeleton Dance” where we sang, “The foot bone’s connected to the leg bone. The leg bone’s connected to the knee bone…” and so on. This simple, catchy tune shows how the body’s...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Jan 14, 2025 | Back Pain, compression fracture
Back bracing is a frequent topic of discussion at Red Butte Pain Solutions. For example, nearly 70% of patients with vertebral compression fractures report significant pain relief when using a brace, highlighting its importance in recovery and pain management. Many...
