Dr. Stephen Michael Sims MD
Pain Management Specialist | Pain Medicine
133 Medical Park Ln Suite B Huntsville TX, 77340Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Stephen Sims practices Pain Medicine in Huntsville, TX. Pain medicine is concerned with the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients experiencing pain. Pain medicine physicians use a broad-based approach to treat all pain disorders, ranging from pain as a symptom of disease to pain as the primary disease. Dr. Sims serves as a consultant to other physicians but is often the principal treating physician, providing care at various levels; such as treating the patient directly, prescribing medication, prescribing rehabilitative services, performing pain relieving procedures, counseling patients and families, directing a multidisciplinary team, coordinating care with other healthcare providers, and providing consultative services.
Education and Training
Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1993
Texas A&M University, TX 1993
Board Certification
AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Characterization of a voltage-dependent Na(+) current in human esophageal smooth muscle.
- Ca2+-activated Cl- channels in corpus cavernosum smooth muscle: a novel mechanism for control of penile erection.
- RANK ligand-induced elevation of cytosolic Ca2+ accelerates nuclear translocation of nuclear factor kappa B in osteoclasts.
- Plasticity of KIR channels in human smooth muscle cells from internal thoracic artery.
- Deletion of the P2X7 nucleotide receptor reveals its regulatory roles in bone formation and resorption.
- Mathematical model predicts a critical role for osteoclast autocrine regulation in the control of bone remodeling.
- Extracellular nucleotides act through P2X7 receptors to activate NF-kappaB in osteoclasts.
- Estimating the sensitivity of mechanosensitive ion channels to membrane strain and tension.
- Regulation of intracellular Ca2+ release in corpus cavernosum smooth muscle: synergism between nitric oxide and cGMP.
- Convergent signaling by acidosis and receptor activator of NF-kappaB ligand (RANKL) on the calcium/calcineurin/NFAT pathway in osteoclasts.
- P2Y6 nucleotide receptors activate NF-kappaB and increase survival of osteoclasts.
- Functional and molecular analysis of L-type calcium channels in human esophagus and lower esophageal sphincter smooth muscle.
- Constrictor-induced translocation of NFAT3 in human and rat pulmonary artery smooth muscle.
- Regulation of cancer cell migration and bone metastasis by RANKL.
- Tachykinin receptor expression and function in human esophageal smooth muscle.
Treatments
- Chronic Pain
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Pinched Nerve
- Herniated Disc
- Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
Dr. Stephen Michael Sims MD's Practice location
Practice At 133 Medical Park Ln Suite B
133 Medical Park Ln Suite B -Huntsville, TX 77340Get Direction
HUNTSVILLE, TX 77340Get Direction
Dr. Stephen Michael Sims MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Sims
Recommended Articles
![]()
How Long Does Weed Stay in Your System?Reasons Why Marijuana Remains IllegalOne of the main reasons why weed remains illegal is the adverse side effects it gives to its users. Whether you use a one hitter weed pipe, roll up a joint, or take a hit from a bong, you may experience dizziness and a sense of paranoia.Many people are under the...
![]()
5 Studies on FibromyalgiaUp to now, there has been no universally acknowledged cure for fibromyalgia. The number of symptoms constantly bothering a person with this syndrome can sometimes lead to anxiety and depression. Given that only less than 10% of people are recorded to have fibromyalgia, patients with this condition...
![]()
Analgesic Drugs for FibromyalgiaThe main symptoms of fibromyalgia usually include muscle pain, stiffness in the morning after waking up, and painful tender points in various parts of the body. Other symptoms would include anxiety, depression, headaches, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), painful menstrual cramps, tingling sensation...
![]()
What Is Oromandibular Dystonia?Oromandibular DystoniaOromandibular dystonia is a type of focal dystonia. This condition is also called cranial dystonia, in which the face, jaw, or tongue forcefully contracts and becomes difficult to open and close the mouth. Thus, a person's speech and ability to chew are affected. Cranial...
![]()
What Are White 377 Pills: Usage, Dosage and EffectsIntroductionThe 377 pill is an elliptical or oval-shaped, white-colored tablet with an imprint of "377". It has been identified to contain tramadol hydrochloride in the strength of 50 mg. This tablet is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. The size of this tablet is 13 mm. It is only...
![]()
Sprained Ribs: What You Need to KnowThe ribs form a cage-like structure that helps protect the heart and lungs against injuries. There are 24 ribs in the human body with 12 ribs on each side. Rib injuries can affect the lungs or heart if treatment is not given in a timely manner. What is a sprained rib?A sprained rib is also called...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Anisa Faruk Gopalani M.D.133 Medical Park Ln Huntsville TX 77340
Nearest Hospitals
HUNTSVILLE MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
110 MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DRIVE HUNTSVILLE TX 77340EAST TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER TRINITYl
317 PROSPECT DR/PO BOX 3169 TRINITY TX 75862MADISON ST JOSEPH HEALTH CENTERl
100 WEST CROSS STREET MADISONVILLE TX 77864