Premier Pain Talk
The Premier Pain Talk podcast is focused on helping those living with chronic pain. Host, Dr. Michael Danko, will share cutting-edge treatments that are improving the lives of those living with pain and chronic medical conditions. If you have lost hope of getting relief from your suffering or have been searching for ways to regain lost function, tune in to hear options that might be right for you. Pain management does not always involve opioid medications and when a team of professionals work together to address your unique medical conditions, you can be assured to receive the best possible outcome.
Episodes
Treatment For Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain
Today on the podcast, host, Dr. Michael Danko talks about one of the most common causes of low back pain. Tune in to learn about the characteristics of sacroiliac (SI) joint pain and the different treatments that are available.
Episode Highlights:
- The sacroiliac (SI) joint is a common contributor to low back pain.
- The SI joint...
Restorative Treatment For Mechanical Low Back Pain
Dr. Danko and his partner at the practice, Dr. Tim Feldheim hosted a webinar about an exciting new therapy called, ‘restorative neurostimulation’. Many people experience low back pain at some point throughout their life and for varying reasons and this therapy is targeted at low back pain.Tune in to learn more.
Episode Highlights:
- There is an ex...
On today’s episode, Dr. Danko talks with Dr. Matthias Wiederholz; He is the founder and visionary behind Performance Pain & Sports Medicine, also known as Performance. Performance is a boutique medical practice with a focus on the treatment of acute and chronic pain. Dr. Danko and Dr. Wiederholz have worked together on targeted drug delivery and today they are going to discuss a new therapy called peripheral nerve stimulation of wh...
This week's episode is brought to you by a webinar that Dr. Michael Danko hosted with his practice, Premier Pain Institute. Two treatments are discussed are the zip procedure, also called posterior spine fusion and Silo, a sacroiliac joint fusion. Dr. Danko explains how both of the treatments are used in his practice and have great outcomes. Tune in for all of the details.
Episode Highlights:
- Dr...
Targeted Drug Delivery For Chronic Pain
On today’s episode of Premier Pain Talk, is a topic near and dear to Dr. Danko’s heart- targeted drug delivery also called a pain pump. It is an underutilized therapy but can be done very well and be very effective. This is an option that offers hope when other treatment options are not working or will not work. Dr. Feldheim, Dr. Danko’s partner at Premier Pain Institute joins the podcast as ...
Treatment for a Herniated Disc
In the spirit of the football season kicking off, today on the episode Dr. Danko discusses one of the most common injuries to the low back, which is a lumbar disc herniation. What exactly is it? How does it happen? What are the treatment options? Tune in for all of the details.
Episode Highlights:
- What is a lumbar disc? Dr. Danko explains what they are and their stru...
On this episode, we re-visit Dr. Danko's discussion with his friend Dr. Chris Beuer from St. Louis, Missouri.
He feels fortunate to have found the feel of pain management and have the ability to actually make a difference in people’s lives. They discuss Pain Pump Therapy, what it is, and why it is used. These two doctors are passionate about improving quality of life for their patients. Tune in!
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What To Expect As A New Patient At Premier Pain Treatment Institute
This is a special bonus episode with Dr. Michael Danko; He shares what to expect when you come to the Pain Management Clinic when you come in for your new patient appointment. Tune in now.
Episode Highlights:
- The first thing is getting a referral from your referring provider. The new patient scheduler calls to get you scheduled once...
On this episode of Premier Pain Talk, host Dr. Michael Danko talks with Dr. Michael Fishman. He is a fantastic pain physician out of the Greater Philadelphia area. They are discussing spinal cord stimulation and some of the new horizons coming with it as well as digital health and data capturing and potentially new options for pain therapy down the road. Tune in!
Episode Highlights:
- Dr. Fishman we...
Facet Joint Fusion - Minimally Invasive Treatment After Failed Radiofrequency Ablation
Today on the podcast, Dr. Danko brings you the webinar talk from his practice of the July edition of PPTI Care Series. He is providing information on a posterolateral spine fusion or a facet joint fusion, which is a minimally invasive treatment option for low back pain. Tune in and get all the details.
Episode Highlights:
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Advancements in Digital Health For Neuromodulation With Dr. Allen Burton
On today’s episode, Dr. Danko has a special guest that he really admires, Dr. Allen Burton; He is the chief medical officer with Abbott. Dr. Danko and Dr. Burton have a discussion to share about some of the digital advances that are coming along in therapy called spinal cord stimulation and dorsal root ganglion stimulation.
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Non-Surgical Treatment For Discogenic Low Back Pain
On today’s episode of Premier Pain Talk, Dr. Danko presents a webinar on the novel treatment called intervertebral allograft injection for degenerative disk disease. Tune in for all of the information.
Episode Highlights:
- Have you heard of VIA disc? It is a nonsurgical treatment for degenerative disc disease. It is fairly new to pain management....
Basics of Epidural Steroid Injections
Today on the podcast, Dr. Danko explains one of the most basic injections in pain management, the epidural steroid injection. What is it and what does it entail? What are the common conditions that are treated by epidural steroid injection? Tune in for all of the details.
Episode Highlights:
- An epidural steroid injection is an injection of steroid into a spa...
Minimally Invasive Treatment For Spinal Stenosis
On today’s episode, Dr. Danko has a special guest, a friend of his, Dr. Anjum Bux from Kentucky. They are discussing the minimally invasive lumbar decompression treatment and pain pump therapy. Dr. Bux is one of the international experts on pain pumps and has been involved in a lot of the guidelines that have been developed with it. Tune in now.
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Why Would You Need To See A Pain Management Specialist?
When might your surgeon or primary care doctor recommend a referral to pain management? What does it mean and how do you know if you’re ready? If you’re sent to pain management, it can be for a variety of reasons. Tune in to hear Dr. Danko break down an overall review for understanding treatment in pain management.
Episode Highlights:
- If you...
High-Frequency Stimulation For Treatment Of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
This week’s episode brings new exciting information about how high frequency stimulation and spinal cord stimulation has FDA approval for diabetic peripheral neuropathy and how that is expanding therapy options for patients. Tune in for all of the details.
Episode Highlights:
- Spinal cord stimulation is not new to diabetic n...
Physician And Industry Relationship Can Make A Huge Difference In Your Care
On this episode of Premier Pain Talk, Dr. Danko has a special guest, Laura Vroon, who has been working in the healthcare industry for over 21 years. They are discussing the Industry relation side and how it is beneficial in positive patient care. Many people are not aware of how much goes on behind the scenes to bring forth meaningful products and innovativ...
Radio Ablation For Chronic Pain
Today on Premier Pain Talk , Dr. Danko is talking about a very common procedure in interventional pain management called radio frequency ablation. There are many conditions that can be effectively treated with it including arthritic joints and nerve pain from various sources. Tune in to hear how it works and the purpose it serves for many!
Episode Highlights:
- Radiof...
Aurora Zip And Silo Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion Treatments
This week's episode is brought to you by a webinar that Dr. Michael Danko hosted with his practice, Premier Pain Institute. Two treatments are discussed are the zip procedure, also called posterior spine fusion and Silo, a sacroiliac joint fusion. Dr. Danko explains how both of the treatments are used in his practice and have great outcomes. Tune in for all of the det...
How Physical Therapy Can Help With Chronic Pain, With Dr. Drew Burchett?
On this episode of Premier Pain Talk, Dr. Danko is talking to a friend, physical therapist, Dr. Drew Burchett. Dr. Burchett is the Director of Physical Therapy at The Therapy & Balance Centers in Delhi, Ohio. They will be discussing the importance of physical therapy for chronic pain. Tune in now.
Episode Highlights:
- Dr. Burche...
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