Dr. Tyler Ptacek

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Dr. Tyler Ptacek

Double Board Certified Pain Specialist located in Rapid City, SD.

04/02/2026

As the ski season comes to an end, I am reminded about the importance of being active and having an active lifestyle. Seeing my children grow with new skills and an appreciation for nature is such a blessing!

03/31/2026

Precision-guided imaging helps to reduce risk for patients during procedures. Being able to see where we are at at all times during a procedure provides much more control and more successful outcomes.

03/26/2026

The work starts long before the first patient walks through the door. Every morning, I dedicate time to read patient charts, review imaging studies, and educate myself on the unique challenges each case may present. These quiet moments before the hustle of the day are crucial for providing the best care possible.

This preparation ensures that:
I fully understand each patient’s medical history and condition.
Imaging and test results are carefully analyzed to guide treatment decisions.
I stay updated with the latest medical knowledge, giving my patients access to the best care options available.

Behind every interaction is a foundation built on careful preparation. This early effort allows me to focus entirely on my patients when I meet with them.

03/24/2026

We always strive to make our patients feel heard, respected, and helped.

03/19/2026

Nerve burn! Epidural! Joint injection!

"About 10% of adults have an outright needle phobia, characterized by avoidance behavior and physiological responses such as increased heart rate or fainting." (source: Cleveland Clinic)

Procedures can be scary! I see it everyday and I get it.

Procedures go like this:
TIME OUT, little pinch
"Do you want to hear a joke about pizza?
LONG PAUSE......
Nah! it's too cheesy. (Cue to laugh)
Injection is over, is a band-aid ok?"

---- Are you serious? That was it?

03/17/2026

Back or neck pain? It could be from facet joints—the small joints in your spine that can get inflamed with age or injury.

A medial branch block is a quick injection that "tests" if these joints are the pain source by briefly turning off the pain signal.

03/12/2026

At Rapid City Medical Center, we have more choices and safer options, all with the goal of getting you to live a life without pain. Learn more by visiting is at rapidcitymedicalcenter.com or give us a call at (605) 342-3280.

03/10/2026

If you’re living with chronic pain and looking for long-term relief, a Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) could be a life-changing option. SCS is a safe, minimally invasive treatment designed to help manage pain that hasn’t responded well to other therapies.

The device works by sending mild electrical impulses to the spinal cord, which disrupt pain signals before they reach the brain. This can significantly reduce the sensation of pain and improve your quality of life. SCS is often used for conditions like chronic back pain, nerve pain, and pain following surgery.

One of the great benefits of SCS is that you can try it out first with a temporary trial. This lets you experience how much relief it provides before committing to a long-term implant.

Reach out to learn more and see if SCS is right for you! (605) 342-3280

03/05/2026

What is an Epidural Steroid Injection?

03/03/2026

Why would I use PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP) instead of steroid injections for joint pain?

📊 The Evidence

A 2021 meta-analysis found PRP provided significant improvement at 12 months compared to steroids, which often decline by 3–6 months

PRP reduced pain scores by up to 50% at 6–12 months, while steroids often returned to baseline after 3 months

Patients receiving PRP were more likely to delay surgery compared to those receiving repeated steroid injections

02/26/2026

Basivertebral ablation can be a "cure" from chronic back pain. Learn more:

02/24/2026

Let us help you find a treatment plan that works for you!
Call today at (605) 342-3280.

Address

101 E Minnesota Street #210
Rapid City, SD
57701

Website

https://rapidcitymedicalcenter.com/

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