Chronic pain patients present a complex set of challenges to providers. Managing medication is often a key component of care, but some patients’ needs may call for invasive interventions that require more robust and comprehensive treatment plans. Spinal cord stimulators and intrathecal pain pump implants are options for intervention in…

It’s estimated that nearly 80 million procedures occur each year in the United States, comprising of roughly 51 million inpatient procedures and 29 million ambulatory surgery visits, with about 70% of all procedures associated with an opioid prescription. Physician-prescribed opioids have been a mainstay in treating and managing post-surgical pain…

Words are more powerful than we often acknowledge. At Lucid Lane we’ve made a conscious choice to refer to “members” instead of “patients” — a choice grounded in our core values. The relationship between a doctor and patient can be considered transactional. A patient visits a doctor, receives a prescription…

When it comes to prescribing pain treatments, many factors should be taken into consideration. The tendency to over prescribe painkillers–especially after surgery–can lead to unintended opioid addiction. What’s more, increasing the dose and duration of medication use can create a heightened risk of dependence. This 2019 National Survey on Drug…

Recognizing and coming to terms with addiction is a process unique to each individual. But the negative impacts of substance use may become apparent to providers and loved ones before someone is ready to address the problem. …

Despite the growing popularity of telehealth solutions, many people are still hesitant to try teletherapy. Fears that online mental health services are less effective, less secure, and unlikely to accept insurance keep many patients from pursuing teletherapy as a treatment option. This article explores 6 of the most common misconceptions patients have about teletherapy and the benefits it offers over traditional therapy. The convenience, technology, and comprehensiveness of teletherapy can help providers optimize treatment and achieve better patient outcomes. Lucid Lane is committed to providing members not only with the best care possible, but also with the knowledge to choose the best treatment for themselves.

Symptoms that lead providers to prescribe opioids or benzodiazepines, including anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain, should be weighed against the potential outcome of chemical dependency. From physical withdrawal symptoms to the possible upending of a patient’s way of life, the consequences of developing addiction can be debilitating or even catastrophic. …

Managing addiction is a multi-step process that’s different for each individual. Whether substance use dates back years or began only in the short term, withdrawal can present a significant challenge. …

Opioid misuse has become one of the leading causes of death in the United States, killing more people over the last year than car accidents and gun fatalities combined. While the recent spike in overdoses and drug misuse can be linked to the covid-19 pandemic, the origins of the opioid…