Educational Videos

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Anatomy of the Spine

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Lumbar Disc Microsurgery
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Celiac Plexus Block
Welcome

At the Washington Center for Pain Management we focus on helping patients reclaim their lives from pain. From the most advanced interventional procedures on the cutting edge of science and technology to more alternative options  like cognitive behavioral therapy, acupuncture, and chiropractic, we help design a specialized treatment program that works for you.   Remember, life is good. 

Our convenient locations in Edmonds, Bellevue, and  Renton allow easy access from Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, and the surrounding area.  We accept most insurances including L & I and Medicare.  Referrals are not generally required for office visits unless specified by your insurance company.

Procedures Now in Bellevue

In addition to performing procedures in our Edmonds location, we now offer procedures in Bellevue. Such procedures include diagnostic nerve block injections, as well as sympathic blocks and epidural steroid injections.  If you are interested in learning more about the procedures we offer please view the videos under the Education tab of our website.

 

To expand treatments, Dr. Hong will be available to see new and followup patients in our new Renton location. Schedule an appointment today!

 

Dr. Hyun Hong will have limited private clinic hours available on Mondays. This part of the practice does not participate in any of the major insurance plans including Medicare. Please call for more details.

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Pulsed Radiofrequency Therapy

Pulsed radiofrequency is an exciting, advanced therapy for treating pain.  This minimally invasive technique utilizes a specialized needle under x-ray guidance to deliver electric current to the problem area. Short bursts of radiofrequency waves stun the nerve.  The pain relief can last for months.  Standard radiofrequency ablation actually destroys the nerve with temperatures reaching up to 82 degrees Celcius.   These high temperatures can cause permanent irreversible damage to  certain types of nerves.  

This advancement of pulsed radiofrequency technology allows therapy of nerves that could not previously be treated with traditional radiofrequency.  However, because this is new technology, many insurance companies do not currently offer coverage.

 

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