Mercy Health – Springfield is proud to announce the addition of iovera, an innovative non-invasive pain management treatment, to its array of services. The iovera system uses targeted cold therapy to provide quick and lasting relief for patients suffering from pain related to joints, including those with knee arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions.
"I am thrilled to offer iovera as an option for my patients," said Mercy Health orthopedic and sports medicine physician, Dr. Chris Malone. "This treatment provides rapid pain relief without the need for medications or surgery, making it a valuable tool in helping patients manage chronic pain and improve their quality of life."
iovera works by targeting specific nerves with a precisely controlled cold therapy, temporarily blocking pain signals. This method takes about 30 minutes and does not involve surgery, so it can be done as an outpatient procedure. Even better – it provides immediate pain relief, and many patients experience lasting effects after just one treatment. iovera is FDA-approved, clinically proven, and has been shown to reduce pain and improve mobility for individuals suffering from a variety of joint pain conditions, especially if they’re not a candidate for surgery.
Additionally, iovera can be used before some joint replacement surgeries, such as knee replacements, to reduce the pain typically associated with this type of procedure. By targeting the nerves around the knee joint, iovera can provide patients with an opportunity to experience less pain and more mobility, even before the surgical procedure begins.
“This is an exciting development that offers patients an added layer of comfort as they prepare for surgery. iovera can significantly reduce postoperative pain, leading to a quicker recovery. My hope is this will help ease the minds of those people who really need surgery but have been putting it off due to fear.”
To learn more about iovera or to make an appointment with Dr. Malone, call 937-523-9850.