Capital Spine and Pain
a Division of Rao Clinic

Living with pain, whether it is chronic or sudden, can significantly disrupt your daily life. At Capital Spine and Pain, we are committed to helping you reclaim your comfort and mobility through advanced personalized pain management solutions. Our goal is simple: to relieve your pain and restore your quality of life with compassionate, cutting edge care.

Meet Dr. Brian Wolf

Dr. Wolf specializes in offering his patients some of the latest advances in minimally invasive pain management treatments, including spinal cord stimulation. Pain not only affects people physically, but takes a toll on them mentally and emotionally as well. Dr. Wolf has seen pain throughout all stages of life and he wants to help people get through the tough times. Pain is one of the most common reasons people go to a physician. The field of pain medicine has seen explosive growth, in not only the study of pain, but the treatment of pain. Dr. Wolf is grateful for the opportunity to help people through challenging moments in their lives.

Services

Comprehensive Pain Management Services

Rao Clinic offers a full suite of interventional pain treatments designed to reduce discomfort and help you return to the life you love. Below are some of the key therapies we provide:

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Spinal Cord Stimulation

A device is implanted near the spine to deliver low electrical impulses, interrupting pain signals and providing lasting relief—especially for back and leg pain.

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Trigger Point Injections

These injections target tight bands of muscle (trigger points) to relieve muscle pain and tension, often used for neck, shoulder, and back pain.

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SI Joint Injection

Designed to treat inflammation and pain in the sacroiliac joints, this injection can offer significant relief from lower back and hip pain.

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Peripheral Nerve Stimulation

This minimally invasive treatment uses small electrodes placed near peripheral nerves to block pain signals, ideal for nerve-related conditions.

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Nerve Blocks

Medications are injected around specific nerves to block pain transmission. Nerve blocks are often used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Intervertebral hernia of the cervical spine, rupture of the fibrous ring.

Medial Branch Block

A targeted injection near the small nerves connected to the facet joints in the spine, this block helps diagnose and relieve spinal joint pain.

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Facet Joint Injections

These injections target the small joints between the vertebrae in the spine to reduce inflammation and alleviate chronic neck and back pain.

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Epidural Steroid Injections

Often used to treat pain caused by spinal nerve inflammation, such as sciatica, these injections can reduce swelling and promote mobility.

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Intrathecal Pain Pump

This implantable device delivers pain medication directly to the spinal fluid, providing effective relief for severe chronic pain with fewer systemic side effects.

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Why Choose Rao Clinic for Pain Management?

At Rao Clinic, we understand that pain is personal—and so is its treatment. Here’s why patients across North Carolina trust us for their care:

  • Patient-Centered Care – We listen to your story and design treatments based on your goals.

  • Advanced Technology – We use state-of-the-art techniques to provide the most effective solutions.

  • Comprehensive Options – From injections to implantable devices, we offer multiple paths to relief.

  • Compassionate Environment – Our team is committed to making your experience comfortable and empowering.