TOPS Institute - Pain Management

 For many individuals, chronic pain and mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety can severely limit daily life. Traditional treatment options may fall short, leaving patients seeking innovative solutions. Ketamine therapy in Los Angeles is rapidly gaining recognition as an effective, science-backed approach to managing these complex conditions. Ketamine therapy targets the brain’s glutamate system, promoting neural growth and restoring balance in areas affected by depression and chronic pain. Patients often report rapid improvements in mood, reduced anxiety, and decreased pain levels after a few sessions. This makes ketamine therapy particularly beneficial for individuals who have not responded to conventional treatments. At TOPS Institute – Pain Management , ketamine therapy is administered in a controlled clinical environment with experienced medical professionals. The team develops customized treatment plans, monitors patient responses, and provides comprehensiv...

Neck pain is one of the most common issues people face today. Long hours of screen time, poor posture, sleeping wrong, injuries, or age-related wear and tear can slowly damage the joints in your neck. For many, this pain becomes more than a temporary problem—it affects daily activities, sleep, concentration, and overall quality of life. But what if the real cause of your persistent neck pain lies in the small joints of your spine known as facet joints  ? And what if there was a minimally invasive solution that could quickly diagnose the problem and provide relief ? This is where a Cervical facet joint injection can be a powerful option. In this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn: What facet joints actually do Why these joints become painful How a cervical facet joint injection works What to expect before, during, and after the procedure Benefits, risks, side effects, and recovery Who is the right candidate for this treatment And helpful answers to the most common questions Let’s b...

Joint pain can be frustrating and limiting, especially when it interferes with your daily activities. Conditions like bursitis, tendonitis, arthritis, or overuse injuries often inflame the small fluid-filled sacs in your joints called bursae. When this happens, even simple movements like walking, climbing stairs, or lifting your arms can become painful. At TOPS Institute Pain Management, we offer  Bursa injections Callifornia  as a safe, effective treatment to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and restore mobility. What Is a Bursa Injection? A bursa injection is a minimally invasive treatment designed to target inflammation in the bursae. Bursae are tiny sacs that cushion and lubricate joints such as the hip, shoulder, knee, and elbow. When they become inflamed, a condition known as bursitis, patients experience pain, stiffness, and swelling. During a bursa injection procedure, a physician injects a corticosteroid (anti-inflammatory medication) and often a local anesthetic di...