Brisbane Pain Specialists provides specialist assessment and management for a range of persistent and complex pain conditions, including:
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Persistent spinal pain (neck and back)
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Neuropathic pain
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Joint pain
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Post-surgical pain
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Osteoarthritis
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
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Headache disorders (where appropriate)
An individual consultation and clinical assessment is required to determine the most appropriate treatment options.
CONDITIONS MANAGED
SERVICES OFFERED
Pain assessment & Diagnosis
Every patient begins with a comprehensive consultation where Dr Ahmad will review your medical history, symptoms, previous treatments, and imaging.
This helps identify the underlying causes of pain and determine the most appropriate management plan.
Where appropriate, Point-of-Care Ultrasound may be used to assist with diagnosis and guide treatment.
Non interventional pain management
Many pain conditions benefit from a multidisciplinary and non-procedural approach.
Dr Ahmad works with patients to develop personalised plans that may include:
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medication optimisation
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lifestyle and activity guidance
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rehabilitation strategies
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coordination with physiotherapists or other health professionals
The goal is to support long-term pain management and improved function.
interventional pain procedures
Interventional pain treatments are minimally invasive procedures designed to target the source of pain.
These may include image-guided injections or other techniques aimed at reducing inflammation and interrupting pain signals.
Procedures are performed using modern guidance techniques to improve precision and safety.
Musculoskeletal Pain Treatment
Dr Ahmad has a particular interest in treating musculoskeletal pain, including conditions affecting the:
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lower back
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neck
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shoulders
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hips
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knees and other joints
Management plans are tailored to each patient’s condition and goals.
Biological therapies
Biological therapies may be considered for certain musculoskeletal conditions.
These treatments aim to support the body’s natural healing processes and may be used as part of a broader pain management strategy.
Dr Ahmad will discuss whether these options are appropriate for your individual case.
point of care ultrasound (POCUS)
Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) is a diagnostic tool where a doctor performs an ultrasound scan during the consultation to assess muscles, joints, nerves, and soft tissues in real time.
Instead of sending patients to a separate imaging centre, the scan is done immediately at the the clinic, allowing the doctor to evaluate the affected area while discussing symptoms with the patient.
TREATMENT APPROACH
Pain management is highly individual. At Brisbane Pain Specialists, treatment plans are developed following a comprehensive clinical assessment.
Management strategies may include:
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Medication management
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Interventional procedures (where clinically indicated)
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Multidisciplinary coordination with other healthcare providers
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Functional rehabilitation strategies
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Education regarding pain mechanisms
Dr Ahmad utilises both interventional and non-interventional techniques depending on the patient’s condition and treatment goals.
Where appropriate, Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) may be used to assist with diagnosis and guide treatment.
All procedures are discussed in detail with patients, including potential benefits, risks, and alternatives.
No treatment outcome can be guaranteed.
