Chronic Pain Treatment Options in South Florida: What Actually Works

What are the different types of chronic pain treatment in South Florida?

South Florida patients have several options — but not all are equally effective for musculoskeletal and tendon-related pain. Here’s an honest comparison:

Cortisone injections

Reduces inflammation quickly. Does not repair damaged tissue. Repeated use can weaken tendons and cartilage. Best for short-term relief, not long-term resolution.

Physical therapy

Effective for rehabilitation and strengthening. For chronically degenerated tendons, exercise alone doesn’t stimulate the biological repair needed for lasting recovery.

Surgery

Appropriate for structural damage — full tears, fractures, severe joint degeneration. For most tendon conditions, surgery is avoidable and carries significant recovery time and risk.

Shockwave therapy

FDA-cleared for plantar fasciitis, calcific tendinitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy, and rotator cuff tendinopathy. Stimulates actual tissue regeneration. Non-invasive. No downtime. 3–5 sessions.

Where in South Florida?

Peak Performance Shockwave Therapy, Miami Shores. $99/session. No insurance. Free consultation. Same-week appointments.