Frequently Asked Questions About Pain Management in Shelton, CT

Every patient is different. Some people experience relief quickly with targeted treatments, while others need time, adjustments, or a combination of approaches. The goal is always sustainable, meaningful progress, not temporary fixes. Jody will be honest with you about what to expect every step of the way.

Jody treats a wide range of chronic pain conditions including joint and spine pain, neuropathic and nerve-related pain, musculoskeletal pain and soft tissue injuries, autoimmune and inflammatory pain such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, fibromyalgia, complex regional pain syndrome, pelvic and women's chronic pain, and pain that has been difficult to diagnose or has not responded to previous treatment. If your pain has been hard to explain or dismissed elsewhere, you are welcome here.

Yes, a referral is required for all new patients. Please ask your primary care provider or current specialist to send a referral to Compassionate Pain Care & Wellness Center of Connecticut along with:

• Recent office notes

• Relevant imaging results such as X-ray or MRI

• Current medication list

• Any pertinent lab work

This ensures Jody has the full clinical picture needed to provide you with safe, effective, and personalized care from your very first visit. If you are unsure whether your provider has sent a referral or have questions about the process, please contact the practice directly and the team will be happy to help.

Yes. Many patients experience meaningful relief without opioid therapy. Non-opioid options may include anti-inflammatory medications, non-opioid analgesic medications when appropriate, and trigger point injections. These approaches can be used on their own or combined with other treatments depending on what works best for you.

Yes, when it is clinically appropriate and in the best interest of the patient. Jody approaches opioid therapy with careful monitoring, transparent communication, and a genuine commitment to your long-term well-being. Patients receiving opioid treatment are treated with dignity and respect. Not everyone requires opioid therapy, but for some patients it is a meaningful and appropriate part of care.

Yes. Compassionate Pain Care & Wellness Center of Connecticut provides thoughtful, medically supervised support for patients who may be looking to reduce, taper, or transition off long-term opioid medications safely and responsibly.

For some patients, treatment may include Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), including Suboxone®, as part of a personalized care plan for opioid dependence or opioid use disorder.

Care is always approached without judgment and focused on safety, support, long-term stability, and improving overall quality of life.

Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) uses FDA-approved medications, including Suboxone®, alongside ongoing medical care and support to help patients manage opioid dependence and opioid use disorder.

Treatment may help:

• Reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms

• Support safer opioid tapering

• Improve stability and day-to-day function

• Support long-term recovery goals

Every treatment plan is approached with compassion, privacy, and clinical responsibility.