
Dr. Dr. Kimberly Sackheim, MD
Pain Management Specialist | Interventional Pain Medicine
8 East 83rd St Suite 1A New York New York, 10028About
Dr. Kimberly Sackheim, triple board certified: Pain Management, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Brain Injury Medicine. She is a well known headache and concussion specialist. Treats all headaches and migraine, jaw pain, facial pain, vagal neuropathy, peripheral neuropathy, spinal and joint pain and pelvic/rectal pain. Adept at all medication management, injections, specialist referrals, alternative treatments, and infsuions (ketamine, magnesium etc).
Dr. Sackheim serves as a consultant to other physicians but is often the principal treating physician, providing care at various levels; such as treating the patient directly, prescribing medication, prescribing rehabilitative services, performing pain relieving procedures, counseling patients and families, directing a multidisciplinary team, coordinating care with other healthcare providers, and providing consultative services. She has had succes in complicated patients where other doctor have not succeeded. She is well published in her field and teaches around the world.
Education and Training
Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2006
Board Certification
American Board of Pain Medicine
Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAmerican Board of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationABPMR- Pain Medicine
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Dr. Dr. Kimberly Sackheim, MD's Expert Contributions
Do physiatrists treat scoliosis?
Hi, Physiatrists can help with scoliosis. If it is severe scoliosis I would recommend seeing a pediatric physiatrist. If it is mild, you can see anyone, including me. The most important thing would be physical therapy and X-rays yearly to monitor and make sure it isn’t getting worse. READ MORE
What is the best painkiller for ear pain?
Hi, It depends on what is causing your ear pain. If you have an ear infection you would need antibiotics. If you have a nerve issue then it would be best to get evaluated to figure out the treatment plan. If it’s not an infection, Ear pain can be caused by nerve issues and muscle issues and also jaw issues. The specific cause would be treated differently with each issue. There are injections to help as well as medications. READ MORE
My arm hurts?
I’m so sorry you injured yourself. It sounds like you do need an X-ray immediately to make sure there’s nothing going on. I would recommend seeing a doctor at an urgent care center. READ MORE
Back cramps?
Hi, It sounds like you have a disc bulge or a herniated disc. READ MORE
What are possible knee injuries I could be facing due to slamming knee into cement curb? Should I be concerned?
I’m so sorry to hear about this injury. There are many possible injuries which include fracture, dislocation, ligament strain or tear, meniscal injury. You should be evaluated and have an X-ray. READ MORE
What medications are used in palliative care?
Hi, There are many medications used in palliative care. These medications include categories such as muscle relaxers, opioids, nerve medication, anti-inflammatories, and topical medications. Most commonly patients are on opioids for pain relief and nerve medication such as gabapentin or Lyrica. READ MORE
How does physical therapy relieve pain?
Hi, Physical therapy is great for shoulder pain. One of the reasons we get shoulder pain is that the rotator cuff muscles get weak or torn. The rotator cuff muscles are the most important muscles for keeping our shoulder joint space open. When these muscles are torn or weak the space gets smaller and tighter and things inside such as the tendons get irritated and inflamed. Strengthening these muscles helps to open the space and decrease inflammation. There are other things to help in addition to physical therapy. READ MORE
What helps with prostate cancer radiation treatment pain?
Hi, I’m sorry that you’re going through these treatments and having pain. It would depend on the specific pain complaint that you’re having to decide what treatment is best. Is it neuropathy pain? That would be best treated with a nerve pill. I know there’s other things that can cause pain and I’m not sure what specifically your pain is from. READ MORE
What helps scoliosis pain?
Hi, I definitely think you should see a doctor. Scoliosis can cause pain because the spine is twisted in a different way and you can get compression and irritation at nerves and joints and muscles. The other thing is to determine if the scoliosis is actually the cause of the pain or if there is something else going on. READ MORE
Is anesthesia used for pain management?
Hi, Anesthesia is used for pain control, but not in the way that you would get anesthesia done for a surgery. If you have chronic leg pains, this could be caused by multiple issues. Nerve pain, back issues, muscle issues, or vascular issues. The cause of the pain helps to determine the treatment. You should be evaluated in person by a pain management physician. READ MORE
Does acupuncture help elbow pain?
Hi, This is a great question. Acupuncture can help with any type of pain but it is best with other treatments as well. There are many treatments for elbow pain including physical therapy, injections, and medications. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with ankle pain?
Hi, Acupuncture is great for many issues. It is best with other treatments as well such as physical therapy, medication, and sometimes injections. READ MORE
Will frozen shoulder heal without physical therapy?
A frozen shoulder means you have decreased range of motion in your shoulder with active and passive range of motion. Active range of motion is when you try to move your shoulder on your own and passive range of motion is when someone else tries to move your shoulder. Physical therapy is by far the best treatment for a frozen shoulder. I would recommend starting it as soon as possible. It can sometimes be painful, so you might need to take anti-inflammatories before and after physical therapy and apply ice to help decrease the inflammation. Part of the therapy is to break up the tissue that has Become stuck together in the shoulder. You can also treat this with steroid injections. Steroid injections helped to decrease the pain but also helped increase range of motion by decreasing the inflammation. They allow you to tolerate more during physical therapy. READ MORE
What is the difference between a physiatrist and a pain management specialist?
Hi, This is a great question. A physiatrist is trained on the musculoskeletal system. This means that they know about the muscles and bones and joints in your body. A physiatrist can do an extra year of training to become a pain management specialist. The pain management fellowship helps them to specialize and learn spinal injections as well as different medications that can help with pain. General physiatrists are not usually trained in these details. Not all pain management specialist are physiatrists. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help with hip arthritis pain?
A chiropractor wouldn’t be my first treatment plan for hip arthritis pain. Things that can help this pain are physical therapy and X-ray-guided hip injections. Hip pain can also be caused from the back, so you need to make sure this is your hip and not your back. READ MORE
What is the best painkiller for kidney stone pain?
Kidney stones are very painful. First of all, make sure your primary care doctor is aware because you may need medical attention. Any opioid can help to control pain from a kidney stone. Each person responds differently to different opioids, so the specific one depends on how you have tolerated opioids in the past and also depends on your other medical issues. I hope you feel better. READ MORE
Knee pain?
Hi, I’m sorry that your knee is bothering you. A pop definitely indicates ligament or meniscal injury. If you have no pain, but are looking for something that might help, you can try prolotherapy or protein rich plasma injections. These helped to tighten and heal tissues. Unfortunately, these treatments are not covered by insurance. READ MORE
What does a physiatrist do for back pain?
Hi, A physiatrist and a pain management doctor would be the best to see for back pain. Treatment options include: trigger point injections (small injections done quickly in the office), referrals for physical therapy, massage and acupuncture, epidural injections, and medication that can help to make you feel better as well as decrease inflammation. READ MORE
I have COPD can I take Naproxen for hip and arm pain?
Hi, I’m sorry to hear that you’re not feeling well. At 83 years old, Naproxen would not be the first choice. It can cause kidney issues and stomach ulcers and the older you get the more susceptible you are to these negative effects. You should see a pain management doctor for the best safest recommendation. READ MORE
What can I do for nerve pain after a stroke?
I’m sorry to hear this. Nerve pain is best treated with nerve medications. Some examples are gabapentin and lyrica, but there are many types. The choice would depend on your specific symptoms and medical history. I hope you feel better soon! READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Owner Spine & Pain Total Care P.C. 2014 - Present
Awards
- Teacher of the Year Award 2019 NYU
Dr. Dr. Kimberly Sackheim, MD's Practice location
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