Joint & Arthritis Pain Treatment in Dallas–Fort Worth
Knee, shoulder and hip arthritis pain doesn’t have to mean living on pain relievers or rushing into joint replacement. There is a wide range of options in between.
Double board-certified pain physicians in Lewisville, serving patients from Carrollton, Denton, Keller and across Dallas–Fort Worth.
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The Space Between Pain Relievers and Surgery
Arthritis is one of the most common reasons adults lose mobility. For many people, the choices seem to be over-the-counter medication or joint replacement. In reality, there is a wide range of minimally invasive treatments in between — options that can reduce pain, keep you active, and delay or even avoid surgery. And for patients who still have pain after a joint replacement, many of the same treatments can help. Why knee pain after 60 is not something you have to accept.
Joints and Conditions We Treat
- Knee osteoarthritis and persistent pain after knee replacement
- Shoulder arthritis, frozen shoulder and shoulder impingement
- Hip arthritis and hip bursitis
- Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain in the low back and buttock
- Spinal facet joint arthritis in the neck and low back
- Ankle and small joint pain
- Degenerative joint disease and inflammatory arthritis-related pain, alongside your rheumatologist’s care
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Joint Injections
Image-guided steroid injections into the knee, shoulder, hip or SI joint reduce inflammation and can provide weeks to months of relief. Using ultrasound or X-ray guidance means the medication reaches the joint space accurately. Learn more about joint injections.
Viscosupplementation (Gel Injections)
Hyaluronic acid injections supplement the natural lubricating fluid in an arthritic knee and can ease pain and stiffness for months, especially in mild to moderate osteoarthritis. Learn more.
Genicular Nerve Blocks and Knee RFA
Instead of treating the joint, these procedures quiet the nerves that carry pain from it. A genicular nerve block tests whether those nerves are the source; if it works, radiofrequency ablation can provide relief that often lasts a year or more. This is a strong option for patients who are not ready for, or not candidates for, knee replacement.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
PRP uses a concentrated portion of your own blood to support healing in joints, tendons and ligaments. It can be an option for some patients with mild to moderate arthritis or tendon problems. PRP is generally not covered by insurance; we will discuss cost and expectations openly before treatment. Learn more about PRP.
Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
For stubborn knee, shoulder or hip pain — including pain after joint replacement — a hair-thin peripheral nerve stimulation lead can deliver relief without medication.
Activity, Strength and Lifestyle
Every plan includes guidance on staying active, because muscle strength and a healthy weight are among the most powerful tools for protecting arthritic joints. We coordinate with physical therapists, and our patient education covers practical steps such as anti-inflammatory nutrition.
Related Treatments & Conditions
When to See a Joint Pain Specialist
- Joint pain has lasted more than a few months despite medication or therapy
- Stiffness or pain limits walking, stairs, sleep or reaching overhead
- You’ve been told you need a joint replacement and want to explore alternatives first
- You are not a surgical candidate because of other health conditions
- You still have pain after a knee or hip replacement
- You want to cut back on daily anti-inflammatory or pain medication
What to Expect
- Evaluation: We examine the joint, review your X-rays or MRI, and talk about your activity goals.
- A step-by-step plan: Most patients start with the least invasive option likely to help and move up only if needed.
- Quick procedures: Joint injections take minutes; genicular nerve blocks and RFA are short outpatient procedures at our Lewisville office.
- Getting back to activity: Most patients resume normal activity within a day or two of an injection.
Meet Our Pain Management Specialists
Dr. John Broadnax
Double board-certified in Anesthesiology and Interventional Pain Management. Former “Chicago’s Top Docs” nominee. Board of Directors, Illinois Society of Interventional Pain Physicians. Now proudly serving the Dallas-Fort Worth community.
Dr. Eric Anderson
Double board-certified in Anesthesiology and Interventional Pain Management with over two decades of experience. Dr. Anderson’s mission: world-class pain care in an encouraging, educational environment where patients feel empowered to take control of their health.
Our care team also includes Riley Bingham, PA-C (UT Southwestern trained) and Megan Bridges, NP — ensuring comprehensive, attentive care at every visit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Joint & Arthritis Pain Treatment
Yes. Many patients control arthritis pain for years with joint injections, gel injections, genicular nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, PRP and a strengthening program. Surgery remains an option if these stop working, and we will tell you honestly when it makes sense.
A cortisone shot puts anti-inflammatory steroid inside the joint to calm inflammation. A genicular nerve block numbs the nerves that carry pain from the knee. If the block works, those nerves can be treated with radiofrequency ablation for longer-lasting relief, often a year or more.
Yes. Persistent pain after knee replacement is common. Genicular nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation and peripheral nerve stimulation can all help, depending on the cause of the pain.
Steroid joint injections, and gel injections for knee osteoarthritis, are covered by Medicare and most commercial plans when criteria are met. PRP is generally not covered by insurance. Call (972) 866-4246 or submit a benefit verification request to check your benefits.
Steroid injections commonly provide several weeks to a few months of relief. Gel injections can last up to six months, and radiofrequency ablation often lasts a year or more. Your response helps guide the next step.
Our office is inside Medical City of Lewisville Hospital at 500 W Main St, Suite 230. It is about 15–20 minutes from Carrollton and about 20–25 minutes from Denton via I-35E. Free on-site parking is available.
Serving Patients Across Dallas–Fort Worth
Patients come to our Lewisville office for joint pain care from across North Texas. Here is how long the drive takes from communities we see often.
Advanced Pain Institute of Texas is located at 500 West Main St, Suite 230, Lewisville, TX 75057, inside Medical City of Lewisville Hospital, with free on-site parking.
| From | Approx. drive | Typical route |
|---|---|---|
| Carrollton | 15–20 min | I-35E North |
| Denton | 20–25 min | I-35E South |
| Keller | 25–30 min | SH 114 East to I-35E North |
| Corinth | 10–15 min | I-35E South |
| Dallas | 25–30 min | I-35E North |
| Flower Mound | 10–15 min | FM 1171 East (becomes Main St) |
| Southlake | 25–30 min | SH 114 East to I-35E North |
| Prosper | 35–40 min | US 380 West to I-35E South |
Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
Contact Us
Phone: (972) 866-4246
Fax: (972) 866-4249
Email: contact@apitexas.com
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