Injection Therapy for Accident & Chronic Pain in Granada Hills, CA
Precision-guided injection therapies are among the most effective non-surgical treatments available for pain caused by car accidents, personal injuries, and degenerative conditions. At Modern Pain Solutions, Dr. Jungjae Lim performs the full range of image-guided injection procedures — epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, nerve blocks, trigger point injections, and more — with thorough documentation for personal injury cases. We accept lien-based cases. Call (818) 826-4145 today.
Injection Therapy After a Car Accident or Personal Injury
After a car accident, many patients are left with spinal disc injuries, nerve compression, facet joint damage, and muscle spasm that require more than rest and over-the-counter medications. Targeted injection therapies deliver anti-inflammatory medication, anesthetic, or regenerative agents directly to the specific injured structure — achieving relief that systemic medications cannot provide while creating detailed treatment documentation for your personal injury file.
At Modern Pain Solutions in Granada Hills, CA , all injection procedures are performed by Dr. Lim personally under fluoroscopic (live X-ray) or ultrasound imaging guidance, ensuring precise needle placement at the exact pain source. Every injection is documented in a detailed clinical note that supports your personal injury claim. We accept lien-based cases — visit our Personal Injury page for more information, or call (818) 826-4145.
Injection Therapies Available at Modern Pain Solutions
- Epidural steroid injections (ESI) — Delivering corticosteroid medication to the epidural space surrounding inflamed nerve roots from disc herniations and spinal stenosis. One of the most commonly performed and well-documented procedures for post-accident back and neck pain.
- Cervical and lumbar facet joint injections — Targeting the small spinal joints most commonly injured in rear-end collisions and whiplash. See our Whiplash Treatment page.
- Medial branch nerve blocks — Diagnostic and therapeutic blocks that identify and treat facet-mediated spinal pain — a critical step before radiofrequency ablation.
- Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) — Deactivating the nerves supplying injured facet joints for relief lasting six months to two or more years.
- Selective nerve root blocks — Targeted injections at specific nerve levels to confirm and treat radiculopathy from disc herniations.
- Trigger point injections — For post-traumatic myofascial pain and muscle spasm — common after all types of accidents.
- Sacroiliac joint injections — For SI joint injuries from collision trauma or falls.
- Sympathetic nerve blocks — For CRPS and autonomic pain following traumatic injury.
- Viscosupplementation — Hyaluronic acid injections to restore knee joint lubrication in post-traumatic or arthritic joints. See our Hip & Knee Pain page.
- Peripheral nerve blocks — For localized nerve injury pain in the extremities following trauma.
Frequently Asked Questions — Injection Therapy
Are injections covered for personal injury patients on lien?
Yes. All injection therapies at Modern Pain Solutions are available to lien-based personal injury patients. This includes epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, nerve blocks, trigger point injections, and all other procedures we perform. No upfront payment is required — costs are settled from your personal injury recovery. Call (818) 826-4145 to discuss your eligibility.
How quickly can I get an injection after a car accident?
We prioritize rapid scheduling for accident patients. In most cases, you can be evaluated and begin treatment within days of your initial call. Prompt intervention is important both for relief and for your legal case — documented treatment close to the date of injury strengthens the connection between your accident and your injuries. Call (818) 826-4145 today.
What is an epidural steroid injection and how does it help accident injuries?
An epidural steroid injection delivers a corticosteroid medication directly into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord and nerve roots — the area most commonly affected by disc herniations and nerve compression from car accident trauma. By reducing nerve inflammation at the source, an ESI can provide significant, targeted relief from radiating neck, arm, back, and leg pain caused by accident-related disc injuries. All ESIs at Modern Pain Solutions are performed under fluoroscopic guidance and fully documented for personal injury files.
What is a facet joint injection and why is it important for whiplash patients?
A facet joint injection delivers anesthetic and corticosteroid medication into or around the small joints along the spine. Cervical facet joints are the most common source of chronic neck pain after rear-end collisions — making facet injections both diagnostically and therapeutically important for whiplash patients. A positive response to a facet injection confirms the joint as the pain source and may lead to radiofrequency ablation for more lasting relief. All facet procedures at Modern Pain Solutions are documented for personal injury cases. See our Whiplash Treatment page.
Do injections show up in my medical records for my personal injury case?
Yes — and this is a key reason to receive your injection therapy at a practice like Modern Pain Solutions rather than a general medical office. Every injection procedure Dr. Lim performs is documented in a detailed clinical note that includes the indication, the procedure performed, imaging guidance used, and the patient’s response. These records demonstrate the medical necessity and severity of your injuries to insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, and courts.
How many injections will I need after a car accident?
The number of injections depends on the type and severity of your injuries and your individual response to treatment. Some patients achieve significant relief with a single injection. Others benefit from a series of treatments — for example, two to three epidural injections spaced several weeks apart, or a medial branch block series followed by radiofrequency ablation. Dr. Lim will outline a specific treatment plan at your evaluation and adjust it based on your progress and the needs of your case.
Are injections safe?
Yes. Injection therapies performed under imaging guidance by an experienced, board-certified specialist are safe, well-tolerated procedures with a strong safety track record. Dr. Lim performs all injections at Modern Pain Solutions personally with fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance to ensure precise placement and minimize risk. He will review your full medical history and imaging before any procedure and discuss any specific considerations relevant to your situation.
