Alpenglow Pain & Wellness

About Alpenglow Pain & Wellness

Advanced Interventional Pain Management in Anchorage, Alaska
Helping You Find Relief When Other Treatments Haven’t Worked

Alpenglow Pain & Wellness is an interventional pain management clinic in South Anchorage, led by Dr. Nichelle Renk, a Stanford Pain fellowship-trained, double board-certified physician in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. Our clinic specializes in diagnosing and treating chronic pain conditions using advanced, minimally invasive interventional pain procedures, and personalized care plans.

Treating conditions like:

👉 Chronic back and neck pain 

👉 Migraines & Headaches

👉 Joint and Musculoskeletal pain

👉 Nerve pain and Radiculopathy 

👉 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

👉 Other persistent and complex pain conditions      

Comprehensive Pain Relief — Personalized for You

We combine interventional pain treatments with supportive wellness therapies to help reduce pain, restore function, and improve your quality of life.

Our approach includes:

👉 Image-guided pain procedures (Radiofrequency Ablations, Medial Branch Blocks, Steroid injections)

👉 Spinal cord stimulation, Kyphoplasty and Advanced Therapies

👉 Electromyography & Nerve Conduction Studies (EMG/NCS)

👉 Regenerative Medicine such as Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Stem Cell Therapies

👉 Infusion therapy and Wellness treatments

👉 Botox & Xeomin Injections for Migraines, Cervical Dystonia, Limb Spasticity and more !

Every treatment plan is tailored to your condition, history, and goals to allow you to reclaim your quality of life.

Why Patients say that Alpenglow Pain & Wellness is the best Pain Clinic in Anchorage

🌟 Top Pain Clinic in Anchorage, Alaska for 6 Years — Recognized by the ThreeBestRated® Program

🌟 A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau 

🌟 Rated 4.9 on Google with 600+ reviews

We are dedicated to providing thorough, compassionate, and patient-centered care, helping patients find lasting relief from chronic pain and return to the life they enjoy.

🧑‍⚕️ Patient-First, Always

We take the time to listen, understand your concerns, and build a care plan centered around your goals — not a one-size-fits-all approach.

🧠 Personalized Treatment Plans

Every patient receives a customized plan combining advanced procedures and supportive therapies tailored to their condition and lifestyle.

🎓 Highly Trained Specialists

Our team includes Stanford-trained, fellowship-trained, and board-certified providers specializing in pain management and spine care.

⚙️ Advanced, Minimally Invasive Care

We offer the latest evidence-based treatments designed to target pain at its source with less downtime and faster recovery.

📈 Focused on Long-Term Relief

We don’t just manage symptoms — we identify the root cause and create plans that improve function and quality of life.

🌿 Whole-Person Approach

We address physical, functional, and overall well-being through a combination of medical, interventional, and integrative care.

Conditions We Treat

We help patients with a wide range of chronic and complex pain conditions, including:

👉 Back, Neck & Spinal pain

👉 Chronic Migraines & Headaches

👉 Joint Pain & Arthritis

👉 Nerve Pain & Neuropathy (such as Sciatica) 

👉 Fibromyalgia & Chronic pain syndromes (such as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome)

👉 Vertebral Compression Fractures

👉 Long haul COVID-related Pain & Symptoms

👉 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

What to Expect at Your First Visit

Your first appointment is focused on understanding your pain and building a clear treatment plan.

👉 Review of your medical history and prior imaging

👉 Comprehensive evaluation by your provider

👉 Discussion of diagnosis and treatment options

👉 Personalized care plan tailored to your needs

If a procedure is recommended, our team will coordinate insurance authorization and scheduling.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pain Management

💭When should I see a pain management specialist?

You should consider seeing a pain management specialist if your pain lasts more than a few weeks, isn’t improving with basic treatments, or is affecting your daily life. A specialist can evaluate the cause of your pain and offer advanced treatment options for longer-term relief.

💭Do I need a referral to schedule an appointment?
Some insurance plans do not require a referral. However, TriWest and Alaska Medicaid do. Our team can help verify your specific requirements.

💭Are pain management treatments safe?

Yes — when performed by a qualified, board-certified specialist, pain management treatments are generally safe. We use minimally invasive, evidence-based approaches and review all risks and options with you before treatment.

💭Do you accept insurance or self-pay?
We are in-network with Aetna, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Alaska Medicaid, and TriWest. We can also help with out-of-network claims.

💭How quickly can I get an appointment?

We work to schedule patients as quickly as possible. Availability can vary, but our team will help you find the earliest appointment and guide you through any required steps.

Start Your Path to Pain Relief

You don’t have to live with chronic pain. Our team is here to help you find answers and effective treatment options.

📞📱 Call or Text 907-677-7246 to Book Your Appointment

Insurances

• Aetna
• Alaska Medicaid
• Cigna
• EBMS
• Medicaid
• Premera
• Tricare
• Triwest Healthcare (VA Program)

Specialties

• Massage Therapist
• Acupuncturist
• Anesthesiologist
• Nurse Practitioner
• Physiatrist
• Physical Therapist
• Physician Assistant
• Registered Nurse

Services

• Botox for Migraine Headaches
• Chronic Migraine Headaches
• Cosmetic Botox
• EMG & NCS
• Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
• Glutathione Infusion Therapy
• Joint Pain
• Ketamine
• Kyphoplasty
• Low and Mid Back Pain