At Genesis Wellness and Pain Clinic, we believe pain management should be precise, personalized, and empowering. That’s why we use advanced imaging techniques—fluoroscopy and ultrasound—to guide our injections and ensure optimal results.

Whether you’re dealing with spinal pain, joint inflammation, or nerve-related discomfort, image-guided injections offer targeted relief with minimal risk. But what’s the difference between fluoroscopic and ultrasound guidance? And how do we decide which one is right for you?

Let’s break it down.

Why Image-Guided Injections Matter

Pain management isn’t just about delivering medication—it’s about delivering it exactly where it’s needed. Guided injections allow us to visualize internal structures in real time, so we can place medication with pinpoint accuracy.

This reduces complications, improves outcomes, and ensures that every treatment is tailored to your unique anatomy and pain profile.

Fluoroscopic Guided Injections

What It Is:
Fluoroscopy uses continuous X-ray imaging to visualize bones, joints, and certain soft tissues. It’s especially useful for spinal injections and deep joint procedures.

Best For:

• Epidural steroid injections (cervical, thoracic, lumbar)
• Facet joint injections
• Sacroiliac joint injections
• Radio-frequency ablations
• Spinal nerve blocks

Benefits:

• Excellent visualization of bony structures
• Ideal for deep or complex anatomical areas
• Allows for contrast dye to confirm placement
• Highly effective for spinal and joint pain

Considerations:

• Involves low-dose radiation exposure
• Requires specialized equipment and trained staff

Ultrasound Guided Injections

What It Is:
Ultrasound uses sound waves to create real-time images of muscles, tendons, nerves, and blood vessels. It’s non-invasive and radiation-free.

Best For:

• Peripheral nerve blocks
• Trigger point injections
• Joint injections (shoulder, knee, hip)
• Botox for pain
• Superficial soft tissue procedures

Benefits:

• No radiation exposure
• Real-time visualization of soft tissues
• Portable and versatile
• Ideal for dynamic structures and surface-level pain

Considerations:

• Less effective for deep spinal structures
• Requires high operator skill for interpretation

Choosing the Right Technique

At Genesis, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. Our providers assess your condition, anatomy, and treatment goals to determine which imaging method will offer the safest and most effective results.

For example, a patient with lumbar disc pain may benefit from a fluoroscopically guided epidural injection, while someone with occipital neuralgia might receive an ultrasound-guided nerve block.

Why Genesis Wellness and Pain Clinic?

With locations in Wichita Falls and Forney, TX, our clinic combines cutting-edge technology with heartfelt care. Our providers are trained in both fluoroscopic and ultrasound-guided techniques, ensuring that every patient receives the most appropriate and effective treatment.

We don’t just treat pain—we treat people. And we’re proud to help our community live with less pain and more possibility.

Ready to Experience Precision Pain Relief?

If you’re struggling with chronic pain and want to explore guided injection therapy, contact Genesis Wellness and Pain Clinic today. We’ll help you understand your options and create a personalized plan that fits your goals and lifestyle.