What pain management procedures can orthopedic surgeons learn at AAOPM?

Orthopedic surgeons can expand their non-surgical treatment options with training in joint injections, trigger point therapy, nerve blocks, epidural injections, ultrasound-guided procedures, NCV/EMG diagnostics, and regenerative medicine techniques like PRP. These procedures complement surgical practice by providing conservative treatment alternatives.

What is the format of pain management training courses?

Our courses combine didactic lectures covering anatomy, injection techniques, and safety protocols with extensive hands-on training. Orthopedic surgeons practice procedures under direct supervision of expert faculty, ensuring competency before integrating new techniques into their practice.

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Complement your surgical expertise with non-operative pain management skills. Our AAOPM-certified courses provide hands-on training in joint injections, nerve blocks, ultrasound-guided procedures, and NCV/EMG diagnostics—expanding your treatment options for patients.

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Why Orthopedic Surgeons Are Adding Interventional Pain Procedures

Non-surgical pain management complements your surgical practice, offering patients a complete spectrum of musculoskeletal care.

Complete Patient Care: Offer conservative treatments before surgery and manage post-operative pain, keeping patients within your practice throughout their care journey.
Non-Surgical Revenue Stream: Joint injections, nerve blocks, and regenerative procedures generate substantial revenue for patients who don't require or aren't ready for surgery.
Improved Surgical Outcomes: Pre-operative injections can help confirm diagnosis and predict surgical success, while post-operative pain management enhances recovery.
Patient Retention: Patients who receive non-surgical options first are more likely to return for surgery when needed rather than seeking other providers.
Diagnostic Enhancement: NCV/EMG testing helps differentiate between orthopedic and neurological conditions, improving surgical patient selection and outcomes.

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Scope of Practice for Orthopedic Surgeons

Expanding your non-operative capabilities to complement surgical expertise.

Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Authority

As an orthopedic surgeon, you have extensive training in musculoskeletal anatomy and pathology. Adding interventional pain procedures to your practice allows you to offer patients a complete continuum of care—from conservative injections through surgical intervention—keeping them within your practice and improving overall outcomes.

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Generate significant revenue from patients who aren't surgical candidates or prefer conservative treatment first.

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Procedures You Can Add

Joint injections (knee, shoulder, hip)
Trigger point injections
Peripheral nerve blocks
PRP and regenerative injections
Ultrasound-guided procedures

Diagnostic Enhancement

Add NCV/EMG diagnostic testing to differentiate orthopedic from neurological conditions, improving surgical patient selection and reducing unnecessary procedures.

Practice Integration

Integrate pain procedures seamlessly into your existing orthopedic workflow. Most surgeons begin offering new services within days of completing training.

Surgical Complement

Use diagnostic and therapeutic injections to confirm surgical indications, predict outcomes, and manage post-operative pain. Patients who receive pre-surgical injections often have better surgical outcomes and satisfaction scores.

Getting Started

Begin with joint injection training to expand your non-operative options, then add ultrasound guidance for improved accuracy. Advanced courses in regenerative medicine and NCV/EMG diagnostics further differentiate your practice.

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Common questions about pain management training for orthopedic surgeons.

Orthopedic surgeons can expand their non-surgical treatment options with training in joint injections (knee, shoulder, hip, SI joint), trigger point injections, peripheral nerve blocks, ultrasound-guided procedures, NCV/EMG diagnostic testing, and regenerative medicine techniques like PRP. These procedures complement your surgical practice by providing conservative treatment alternatives for appropriate patients.

All AAOPM courses are AAOPM certified. Additionally, select courses may award AMA PRA Category 1 Credits when applicable based on course requirements. Upon successful completion, you receive an AAOPM Certificate of Completion documenting your training.

Yes, AAOPM offers dedicated ultrasound-guided pain management training ideal for orthopedic surgeons. Our courses teach you how to use diagnostic ultrasound for precise needle placement in joint injections, nerve blocks, and soft tissue procedures. Ultrasound guidance improves accuracy, reduces complications, and enhances patient outcomes.

Our courses combine didactic lectures covering anatomy, injection techniques, patient selection, and safety protocols with extensive hands-on training. Participants practice procedures under direct supervision of expert faculty in small group settings, ensuring personalized attention and immediate feedback. Courses range from 1-3 days depending on the program.

Yes, most pain management procedures are covered by insurance including Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance plans. Joint injections, nerve blocks, trigger point injections, and NCV/EMG diagnostic studies are typically reimbursable procedures with established CPT codes, making pain management an excellent practice builder for orthopedic surgeons.

Pain management procedures complement orthopedic surgery in multiple ways: diagnostic injections help confirm surgical indications, therapeutic injections provide conservative options for patients not ready for surgery, post-operative blocks enhance recovery, and NCV/EMG testing differentiates orthopedic from neurological conditions. This comprehensive approach keeps patients within your practice and improves overall outcomes.

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Business & Marketing

Mentorship & Guidance

Tools & Resources

Trusted Vendors

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A Proven Framework for Success

Why Orthopedic Surgeons Are Adding Interventional Pain Procedures

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Ultrasound-Guided Pain Procedures

NCV/EMG Diagnostic Training

Joint & Extremity Injection Course

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