Dr R.P. Raath is a medical practitioner that specializes in the treatment and management of Chronic
Pain clinic treating : Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid arthritis, Spasms, Joint Pains, Back and Neck Pain, Leg pains, Headaches, Shingles ext.
27/03/2026
Is your chronic pain ruling your life? Making everyday activities unbearable? Keeping you at home and in bed?
Speak to us about managing and reducing your chronic pain.
Myofascial pain syndrome is characterized as a persistent chronic pain disorder. Within this condition, the presence of sensitive points in the muscles, known as trigger points, can lead to pain not only in the affected muscle but also in seemingly unrelated areas of the body. This phenomenon is referred to as referred pain.
This syndrome commonly manifests following repetitive muscle contractions. Such contractions may arise from repetitive movements involved in work or hobbies, as well as muscle tension caused by stress.
While muscle tension pain is something many individuals have experienced, the discomfort associated with myofascial pain syndrome tends to persist or worsen. Treatment options for this condition encompass physical therapy, trigger point injections, pain medications, and relaxation techniques. These approaches can help alleviate symptoms and manage the impact of myofascial pain syndrome.
If your muscle pain persists despite rest, massage and similar self-care measures, make an appointment with us.
PRP Therapy harnesses your body’s own platelets, rich in growth factors, to support natural healing and tissue regeneration. This advanced treatment helps reduce inflammation, promote recovery, and improve function without relying on long term medication.
Whether you are dealing with chronic pain, joint injuries, or slow healing tissue, PRP offers a regenerative approach focused on restoring your quality of life.
If you are tired of living with pain and looking for a natural solution, PRP therapy could be the answer.
Contact us today
📞 012 344 4198
20/03/2026
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA), also called radiofrequency neurotomy, uses radio waves to create a current that heats a small area of nerve tissue. The heat destroys that area of the nerve, stopping it from sending pain signals to your brain. RFA can provide lasting relief for people with chronic pain, especially in the lower back, neck and arthritic joints.
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) may be right for you if have:
Pain relief following a nerve block injection. This tells your provider that that particular nerve is the source of your pain and is an appropriate target for RFA.
Chronic pain that does not respond to other treatment, such as pain medication and physical therapy.
IV drip therapy can improve physical wellness and improve aspects of emotional wellness, such as depression or anxiety, by giving your body the tools it needs to stay in top condition. When your body has the ideal balance of supplements, minerals, vitamins and nutrients for normal function, you’ll feel better, get sick less frequently, and enjoy mental clarity.
It's time to arm yourself with knowledge and gain the tools necessary to manage and thrive despite this condition. Discover the power of education by diving into our comprehensive and empowering fibromyalgia book.
By taking an active role in learning about fibromyalgia through this dedicated book, you can gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and a renewed sense of control over your life.
Whiplash is one of the most common sports and accident injuries that people get. The neck pain from whiplash can become chronic leaving people with daily headaches, constant neck spasms, interrupted sleep and radiating pain into the shoulders or other areas for years after the injury.
What Is Fibromyalgia and Why Do Many Patients Experience Nutrient Deficiencies
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes pain signals. People living with fibromyalgia often experience widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, brain fog, and muscle stiffness. These symptoms can significantly affect daily life and overall wellbeing.
Many individuals with fibromyalgia may also experience nutrient deficiencies. This can happen for several reasons. Chronic inflammation, digestive issues, poor nutrient absorption, and increased stress on the body can all reduce the availability of important vitamins and minerals.
Key nutrients such as magnesium, B vitamins, vitamin D, and antioxidants play an important role in supporting nerve function, muscle relaxation, energy production, and immune health. When these nutrients are low, symptoms such as fatigue, muscle pain, and cognitive difficulties may become worse.
Supporting the body with proper nutrition and targeted therapies may help improve overall wellbeing and assist in managing fibromyalgia symptoms.
At Dr RP Raath Chronic Pain Centre, we focus on treatments that support the body and help patients manage chronic pain more effectively so they can regain a better quality of life.
Living with fibromyalgia can mean dealing with constant pain, fatigue, muscle tension, and poor sleep. For many people, these symptoms are linked to nutrient imbalances that affect the nervous system, muscles, and energy production in the body.
At Dr RP Raath Chronic Pain Centre, IV Drip Therapy may help support people living with fibromyalgia by delivering essential nutrients directly into the bloodstream for optimal absorption. This approach allows the body to receive key vitamins and minerals that support nerve function, muscle relaxation, and overall wellness.
IV drips may help support
• Reduced muscle pain and tension
• Improved energy levels
• Better sleep quality
• Support for nerve and muscle function
If fibromyalgia is affecting your quality of life, speak to our team about treatment options that may help support your recovery and daily comfort.
Many people living with chronic pain rely heavily on pain medication just to get through the day. While medication can play an important role in managing symptoms, taking too much for long periods may lead to tolerance, meaning the medication becomes less effective over time.
When tolerance develops, the body requires higher doses to achieve the same relief, which can sometimes make chronic pain even harder to manage.
At Dr RP Raath Chronic Pain Centre, the focus is on addressing the root of the pain and supporting the body's natural healing processes through advanced, non drug therapies and personalised treatment plans.
If chronic pain is controlling your life, there may be better options available.
Contact us to learn more about effective chronic pain management.
Each pack contains 5 herbal plasters – resealable packaging
Adhesive patch stays in position over moving joint
Can be used whilst exercising
Each plaster covers 15 X 11cm
· Relieves pain and inflammation
· Muscular aches and joint pain
· Sport injuries
· Improves circulation
· Bruises
· Sprains
· RSI (repetitive strain injury)
Herbal soothe plasters helps the blood vessels to dilate and increases blood flow to specific areas of the body to relieve pain and assist with healing.
Chronic inflammatory diseases (CIDs) occur when the body’s immune system overreacts and begins to attack its own tissues. This ongoing inflammation can lead to persistent pain, discomfort, and damage in different parts of the body.
For many people, this can mean daily pain, reduced mobility, and a lower quality of life. Understanding the role of inflammation is an important step toward managing symptoms and finding the right treatment approach.
At Dr RP Raath Chronic Pain Centre, we focus on identifying the underlying causes of chronic pain and inflammation, offering advanced therapies designed to help patients reduce pain and regain control of their lives.
If chronic pain or inflammation is affecting your daily life, professional care can make a meaningful difference.
If you would like to reduce your chronic inflammation make an appointment on 012 344 4198
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A medical practice that focuses on the treatment (relief and management) of chronic pain by medical means.
Nobody takes chronic pain seriously .... until they themselves, or a loved one, suffers with it
We treat ANY chronic pain anywhere
Back Pain, Knee Pain
CPRS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome) Fybromyalgia Failed Back Surgery Nerve Damage/Impingement Sciatica Nerve Pain Migraines/Cluster Headaches/Tension Headaches Peripheral Neuropathy Pain with no apparent physical structural cause or inflammatory cause Pain resistant to normal ‘anti-nociceptive drugs’ (pain killers)
Pain in distribution of a specific nerve or spinal root. (leg pain with / without back pain, arm pain with / without neck pain Acute shingles – older patients in winter months HIV and cancer patients – reduced immunity Post herpes neuralgia – persistent pain after shingles Phantom limb pain etc Neuralgia – trigeminal - face pain Diabetic Neuropathy Burning feet
After Chemo Therapy
Lupus
Rheumatoid arthiritis Post operative pain becoming chronic
Chronic pelvic pain Cancer and terminal pain