What To Expect During Your Ketamine Therapy Appointment

Experience innovative treatment tailored to your needs with Dr. Martinez. Learn what to expect during your ketamine therapy sessions.

GETTING STARTED WITH DOCTOR MARTINEZ

Dr. Mike Martinez

Initial Consultation

Your first visit will begin with a thorough consultation. Dr. Martinez will take the time to listen to your concerns, understand your medical history, and assess the nature and severity of your pain.

  • Detailed Assessment: Dr. Martinez will ask you about the location, intensity, and duration of your pain, as well as any treatments you’ve tried in the past.
  • Diagnostic Testing: Depending on your condition, additional diagnostic tests such as imaging studies (e.g., X-rays, MRI) may be recommended to get a clearer picture of the underlying cause of your pain.

Customized Treatment Plan

After the consultation and assessment, Dr. Martinez will develop a personalized treatment plan designed to address your specific pain condition.

  • Medication Management: If appropriate, Dr. Martinez may prescribe pain relief medications or adjust your current medications to better manage your symptoms.
  • Physical Therapy: You may be referred to a physical therapist to help improve mobility, strengthen muscles, and reduce pain through targeted exercises.
  • Interventional Procedures: Depending on your diagnosis, you may be a candidate for interventional procedures such as nerve blocks, epidural steroid injections, or radio frequency ablation. Dr. Martinez will explain each option in detail and discuss the expected outcomes.

Treatment Sessions

Once your treatment plan is in place, you’ll begin your sessions with our team. Whether you’re undergoing physical therapy, injections, or other treatments, you can expect compassionate, expert care at every step.

  • Minimally Invasive Procedures: If your treatment plan includes procedures, they will be performed with the utmost care to minimize discomfort. Dr. Martinez will guide you through the process, ensuring you are comfortable and informed.
  • Ongoing Monitoring: Your progress will be closely monitored, and adjustments to your treatment plan will be made as necessary to ensure optimal results.

Follow Up Care

Pain management is often an ongoing process, and we are committed to providing continuous support.

  • Regular Check-Ins: Follow-up appointments will be scheduled to review your progress, manage any side effects, and adjust your treatment plan as needed.
  • Patient Education: Dr. Martinez will provide you with information and resources to help you manage your pain between visits, including lifestyle modifications and self-care techniques.

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