Integrative pain management at UC San Diego focuses on treating the whole person by addressing the physical, emotional, and behavioral aspects of pain. Our approach combines conventional medical care with evidence-based integrative therapies to support long-term healing and improved quality of life.
Care plans are individualized and may include a combination of medical evaluation, lifestyle interventions, mind-body practices, and complementary therapies tailored to each patient’s needs.
Conditions We Treat
Our team supports patients experiencing a wide range of acute and chronic pain conditions, including:
- Back and neck pain
- Joint and musculoskeletal pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Neuropathic pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Post-surgical pain
- Cancer-related pain
- Inflammatory conditions
- Chronic fatigue and pain syndromes
- Complex pain conditions
Our Approach
Integrative pain management emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach that combines conventional treatments with complementary therapies to address the root causes of pain and improve overall well-being.
- Comprehensive medical evaluation
- Personalized treatment planning
- Lifestyle and nutrition support
- Stress management and mind-body practices
- Movement and physical rehabilitation strategies
- Coordination with your healthcare team
Integrative Therapies May Include
- Acupuncture
- Massage therapy
- Osteopathic manual medicine
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Health coaching
- Yoga and movement therapies
- Nutrition counseling
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavioral health support
- Other complementary therapies as appropriate
What to Expect
Initial Visit
- Comprehensive review of your medical history and pain concerns
- Assessment of physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors
- Identification of contributing causes of pain
- Development of a personalized treatment plan
- Coordination with your existing care providers
Ongoing Care
- Monitoring progress and symptom changes
- Adjusting treatments as needed
- Supporting long-term pain management strategies
- Education and tools for self-care
- Continued coordination with your healthcare team
Make an Appointment
New Patients
Call 858-249-6890 or toll-free at 844-747-0474 to schedule your first visit.
Returning Patients
Schedule your follow-up visit through MyChart or by phone.