If you’re living with chronic pain, choosing the right pain management clinic can directly impact your quality of life. From accurate diagnosis to long-term treatment planning, the right provider does more than treat symptoms—they help you regain function, independence, and confidence. For patients across Knoxville and East Tennessee, understanding what to look for in a [...]
Short answer: cold weather can increase stiffness, muscle tension, and nerve sensitivity, which may make chronic pain feel more intense for many people. If you notice your back pain, joint pain, headaches, or nerve pain worsening during colder months, you’re not alone. Many people with chronic pain experience seasonal flare-ups, especially in winter. Why Does [...]
Short answer: if pain has lasted longer than three months, interferes with daily life, or hasn’t improved with basic treatment, it may be time to see a pain management specialist. Many people wait longer than necessary to seek specialized care for chronic pain. Understanding when to take that next step can help prevent pain from becoming more [...]
Pain Consultants of East Tennessee is so very grateful for our community’s support. We want to thank the Knoxville Academy of Medicine, Tennessee Medical Association (Margaret Maddox and Dr. Elise Denneny), and Wallace Memorial Baptist Church (Candy Macon, Don and Martha Hall). Every healthcare provider at our facility is wearing one of these hand sewn masks made by you. We [...]
by Ted Jones, PhD, CPE You have no doubt heard about the opioid crisis. The nation is experiencing far too many deaths due to opioid overdose. Statistics shows that these overdoses are very much driven by illegal opioids – opioids manufactured and distributed illegally. These are often laced with fentanyl – a powerful opioid – [...]
Pain Consultants of East Tennessee is seeking to fill an LPN position (full-time). Candidate may work at all locations (West Knoxville, Oak Ridge, and Sevierville). Responsibilities include: telephone triage vitals rooming patients counting medications performing lab testing prepping notes for electronic medical record LPNs work with nurse practitioners/physicians in a team oriented setting. Competitive hourly [...]
