Dr. Tyler Ptacek

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Dr. Tyler Ptacek

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

09/23/2025

Spinal Cord Stimulators have a 80% success rate.

09/18/2025

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

09/16/2025

Always thankful for another positive feedback!

09/11/2025

On this day of remembrance, we honor the lives lost and the heroes who ran toward danger to save others. September 11 reminds us of the importance of healing, resilience, and caring for one another—in moments of crisis and in the everyday struggles people face.

09/09/2025

Chronic pain isn’t just physical — it takes a toll on mental health too.

⚠️ The Stats:
People with chronic pain are 2–3× more likely to die by su***de.
Nearly 1 in 5 experience suicidal thoughts.
Up to 11% attempt su***de in their lifetime.
In fibromyalgia, su***de risk can be up to 37× higher than average.

💡 Why it matters:
Pain + hopelessness = higher risk. That’s why treating pain must include mental health support.

👉 If you or someone you know lives with chronic pain, know that you’re not alone — help exists, and healing is possible.

09/08/2025

Happy World Physical Therapy Day!

As a pain doctor, one of the best “prescriptions” I can give isn’t a pill - it’s physical therapy. PT helps patients break free from painful movement patterns, rebuild strength, and get back to living life fully.

Today we celebrate the therapists who guide patients toward healthier, pain-free movement every day. 🙌

09/04/2025

Process of getting a Spinal Cord Stimulator.

09/02/2025

Why am I a pain doctor?

08/31/2025

Happy Sunday!

We are also happy parents to have the kids back to school ;)

What a fast summer!

08/28/2025

Multifidi Dysfunction means the small stabilizing muscles along your spine (called multifidi) aren't working well. This can lead to poor support, stiffness, or back pain—especially with prolonged sitting or standing.

08/26/2025

Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) is a treatment that uses gentle electrical signals to block pain messages before they reach your brain.

It doesn’t take the pain away, but it can help you feel it less—like turning down the volume on chronic pain.

08/24/2025

Happy Sunday!

Address

101 E Minnesota Street #210
Rapid City, SD
57701

Website

https://rapidcitymedicalcenter.com/

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