Expert Pain Management for Monument Patients

Dr. Carrera specializes in opioid-free pain management, offering advanced treatments designed for lasting relief and patient comfort. While based in Castle Rock, he provides fast access to care for Monument patients. His patient-centered approach ensures personalized treatment for musculoskeletal conditions affecting the spine, joints, and nerves.

Comprehensive Pain Management Services for Monument Patients

  • Physical Therapy Coordination – Collaborative care with physical therapists to optimize recovery.

  • Joint and Spinal Injections – X-ray-guided injections to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.

  • Medial Branch Radiofrequency Ablation – A minimally invasive procedure that disrupts pain signals from medial branch nerves, offering long-term relief for chronic back and neck pain.

  • Non-Opioid Medication Management – Safe, effective alternatives tailored to each patient, including NSAIDs (meloxicam) and nerve-relaxing medications like gabapentin, pregabalin, and amitriptyline.

  • Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy – A “regenerative medicine” treatment providing longer-lasting relief than steroids, available at affordable cash-pay rates.

  • Spinal Cord Stimulation – An advanced neuromodulation therapy that blocks pain signals, acting like "noise-canceling headphones" for the nervous system.

  • Peripheral Nerve Stimulation – Targeted nerve therapy to effectively reduce joint and nerve pain.

Conditions Treated

Dr. Carrera diagnoses and treats a wide range of pain conditions, including:

  • Chronic back and neck pain

  • Herniated discs and spinal conditions

  • Spinal compression fractures

  • Sciatica and nerve-related pain

  • Whiplash

  • Joint pain (knee, hip, and shoulder)

  • Arthritis and degenerative joint diseases

  • Neuropathy and nerve disorders

  • Sports injuries and repetitive strain conditions

  • Post-traumatic pain and recovery

  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

Why Choose Dr. Carrera?

  • Expertise & Experience – A highly skilled pain specialist with a proven track record of improving patient outcomes.

  • Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Care – Treating spine, joint, and nerve pain, eliminating the need to see multiple specialists.

  • Opioid-Free Approach – Utilizing interventional procedures, regenerative therapies, and advanced medication strategies.

  • Personalized Treatment Plans – Tailored care designed to meet each patient’s unique needs and goals.

  • Efficient, Cost-Effective Care – Rapid appointment availability, minimally invasive in-office procedures, and a streamlined approach to reducing costs.

  • Multidisciplinary Team – Close coordination with top physical therapists, spine specialists, and orthopedic surgeons for comprehensive care.

For effective, opioid-free pain management, visit Dr. Carrera at the Castle Rock office. Call 720-455-3775 to schedule your appointment today.