When Should You See a Rehabilitation Specialist for Pain? 

Albuquerque residents are tough, but “walking it off” can sometimes lead to permanent damage. How do you know when a “tweak” has become a “trauma”? 

The Red Flags 

You should book an appointment at MyoRehab immediately if you experience: 

• Pain that wakes you up at night. 

• Numbness or “pins and needles” in your extremities. 

• Pain that doesn’t change when you change positions. 

• A loss of strength (e.g., your leg feels like it might give out). 

The Value of Early Intervention 

The “Golden Window” for rehabilitation is within the first two weeks of an injury. Early treatment prevents the development of scar tissue and stops the “compensation” cycle before it starts. In New Mexico, you have Direct Access, meaning you can see a Myofacial Specialist first to get a diagnosis without waiting weeks for a primary care referral.