Pain Management in Shawnee & Kansas City | LifeWorks
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Break Free From Chronic Pain Without Surgery or Drugs

Integrative pain management that addresses the root cause—not just the symptoms. Get lasting relief with our multi-faceted, drug-free approach.

Pain management treatment
17+
Years Experience
5,000+
Patients Treated
4.7★
Google Rating
100%
Drug-Free Options

Comprehensive Pain Relief Team

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Google Reviews
4.7/5 Stars

Advanced
Injection Therapy

Shawnee Chamber
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Integrative
Care Team

Are You Tired Of...

If you've been living with chronic pain and nothing has worked, you're not alone. Here's what most patients experience before finding us:

The Medication Cycle

  • Pain pills that only mask symptoms temporarily
  • Side effects worse than the pain itself
  • Cortisone shots that stop working
  • Being told opioids are your only option

Feeling Hopeless

  • Being told surgery is your only option
  • Missing work, family time, and activities you love
  • Doctors who don't take your pain seriously
  • Failed treatments that cost time and money

Real Patients. Real Relief.

Don't take our word for it—hear from patients who finally found lasting relief

★★★★★

"Life Works has done wonders for me. All the pain I had been suffering for 4 years, with just physical therapy has improved my mobility very well. No more pains in my leg, no more pain in my back. I'm able to move and go back to what I used to do."

— Gretta K., Back & Leg Pain

★★★★★

"When I came to LifeWorks I was in bad shape—pain in my knees and hips. Since therapy I've gotten stronger, my knees feel better, the pain is going away. They make me feel like a new man!"

— Knee & Hip Pain Patient

★★★★★

"I came to Lifeworks for chronic pain in my neck and back. It has been greatly reduced and I am progressing well. This clinic goes beyond simple adjustments—they provide physical therapy, trigger point injections, and massage."

— Melissa T., Neck & Back Pain

★★★★★

"Thank you for giving me my life back. You and your staff listen to what I have going on. Not only helping me, but educating me. Where others show you exercises to relieve pain, you explain WHY we do them."

— Chronic Pain Patient

★★★★★

"Thanks to Lifeworks (Dr. Matt and staff) for getting me upright and walking again. I'm about halfway through my treatment and am so impressed with the care and knowledge that they provide. So glad I chose them."

— Simon C., Mobility Recovery

★★★★★

"Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Made me feel so confident in my treatment plan and worked to help me get better and find long term solutions—not just temporary fixes."

— Pain Management Patient

Why Our Approach Is Different

We don't just mask your pain—we find and fix the root cause using a multi-faceted, integrative approach.

Multi-Faceted Treatment

  • Trigger Point Injections: Target muscle knots and tension
  • Joint Pain Injections: Reduce inflammation at the source
  • Regenerative Therapy: Help your body repair damaged tissue
  • Chiropractic Care: Restore proper alignment and function

Why it works: Pain medications and cortisone shots only cover up pain—it continues to get worse. Our approach addresses the underlying issue so you stay out of pain.

Pain management treatment
Integrated team approach to pain management

Integrated Team Approach

  • Chiropractic Care: Restore joint motion and nervous system function
  • Physical Therapy: Rebuild strength, stability, and proper movement
  • Nurse Practitioner Support: Advanced joint, soft-tissue, and medical oversight when needed
  • Functional Nutrition: Address inflammation and underlying contributors to pain
  • Patient Education: Understand your condition, improve daily habits, and prevent recurrence

The LifeWorks Difference: We bring chiropractors, physical therapists, and medical providers together under one roof—collaborating as one team to build a personalized recovery plan focused on function, healing, and long-term results.

See Real Pain Relief Stories

Hear directly from patients who finally found lasting relief at LifeWorks

Knee Pain Success Stories

Doug's Story

"My highly-recommended doctor told me my meniscus would not heal. We proved them wrong."

Doug came after surgery, medications, and two different doctors still couldn't help him. Now he's back to using stairs, 99% of his pain is gone, and he travels over 30 miles because the results are worth it.

Teresa's Story

"Actually getting back to running because of the healing of my meniscus! I'm so excited."

Teresa was devastated after not being able to run even a mile without pain. Her meniscus is healing without surgery, and she's on her way to running 100k ultramarathons once more.

Ferese's Story

"I bought a house with no stairs because of my knees, but now I can use stairs again!"

Ferese saw multiple doctors with no improvement and worried her knee problems were putting her job at risk. Now the cracking is gone and she can use stairs with confidence.

Jim's Story

"One of the best investments I've ever made."

Jim was in constant pain with bone-on-bone joints and sleepless nights. He gained strength and stability, no longer deals with painful cracking, and drives over 60 miles because it's worth it.

Neuropathy Success Stories

Anita's Story

"I now sleep through the night, which my husband loves!"

Anita dealt with years of constant pain, sleepless nights, and multiple doctors without relief. Today she's pain-free, sleeping through the night, and enjoying life again without limitations.

Tracy's Story

"I was told nothing could be done for me until I found Lifeworks."

Tracy had numbness in both feet, balance problems, and was told she'd just have to live with it. Now she's three times better, walking confidently without balance issues.

Jarita's Story

"You need to come out here and try this. You REALLY do."

Jarita was in constant pain, relying on medications, and couldn't even wear closed shoes. Now she's pain-free, off medications, and can wear any type of shoe again.

Mike's Story

"The treatment here is phenomenal. It's done wonders."

Mike had intense shooting pain at night and numbness through half his foot. After three months, he regained 80% of the feeling and 99% of his pain is gone.

Conditions We Treat

Back Pain

Chronic or acute—we address the source, not just symptoms

Neck Pain

Eliminate neck pain without medications or surgery

Joint Pain

Knees, hips, shoulders—we treat them all

Sciatica

Stop shooting leg pain and numbness at the source

Headaches & Migraines

Find the root cause and stop the pain cycle

Arthritis

Reduce inflammation and restore mobility

Insurance We Accept

Blue Cross Blue Shield United Healthcare Aetna Cigna Humana Medicare

How It Works

A proven 4-step process to identify your pain source and get you lasting relief

1

Comprehensive Assessment

We start with a thorough evaluation including your pain history, physical exam, and diagnostic testing to identify exactly what's causing your pain—not just where it hurts.

2

Personalized Treatment Plan

Based on your assessment, we create a custom plan combining the right therapies for YOUR specific condition—whether that's injections, physical therapy, chiropractic, or a combination.

3

Active Treatment

Our multi-disciplinary team works together on your recovery. Many patients experience significant relief within the first few visits as we address the root cause of their pain.

4

Long-Term Prevention

Once your pain is under control, we educate you on exercises and lifestyle changes to prevent recurrence. Our goal is to get you pain-free AND keep you that way.

Common Questions

Traditional pain management often relies heavily on medications that only mask symptoms. We focus on finding and treating the root cause of your pain using a combination of therapies—injections, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and regenerative medicine—so you get lasting relief, not temporary fixes.

We offer trigger point injections for muscle pain, joint injections for arthritis and joint inflammation, and regenerative therapy options that help your body repair damaged tissue. These are administered by our medical team and tailored to your specific condition.

In most cases, you don't need a referral to be seen at LifeWorks. You can schedule directly with us. However, some insurance plans may require a referral for certain services—we'll help you understand your specific requirements.

Many patients experience relief after their first few visits. However, the timeline depends on your specific condition and how long you've been dealing with pain. During your consultation, we'll give you realistic expectations based on your situation.

Yes! We accept most major insurance plans including BCBS, United, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. We also offer flexible payment plans and work with patients financially so they can afford the care they need.

Ready to Live Pain-Free?

Stop letting pain control your life. Get the relief you deserve with our integrative, drug-free approach.

Root cause treatment
Multi-disciplinary team
Insurance accepted

Same-day appointments available—don't suffer another day