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  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine
  • Accepting new patients
  • 39 years of experience
  • From Pain To Wellness 1 Transam Plaza Dr Ste 100, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
  • (636) 944-5470

Brief Intro

James Gruft, MD, FAAPMR, DABPM

CEO & Founder, From Pain to Wellness

Dr. James Gruft is a renowned pain management specialist, highly regarded by peers and patients alike. With board certifications in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Pain Medicine (DABPM), Dr. Gruft brings a wealth of expertise to his practice. His dedication to excellence has been consistently recognized, earning him the title of “Best Doctor” in nationwide surveys since 2002.

Dr. Gruft’s journey in medicine began at George Washington University School of Medicine, followed by a residency at Columbia University’s Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. His commitment to patient care led him to establish his own practice, From Pain to Wellness LLC, where he focuses on providing comprehensive pain management solutions.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Gruft is actively involved in medical education as an Assistant Professor at Rush Medical College. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and holds diplomatic status with the American Board of Pain Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Gruft maintains membership in esteemed medical organizations such as the American Congress of Rehabilitation, Illinois Society of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and the American Pain Society.

Dr. Gruft’s contributions to the field of pain management have solidified his reputation as one of the premier specialists in the country. His dedication to improving patients' quality of life through effective pain management strategies has made him a trusted and respected figure in the medical community.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

New York Presbyterian Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences - 1986

Languages Spoken

  • Polish
  • English

Location & Hours

  • From Pain To Wellness
  • 1 Transam Plaza Dr Ste 100, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
  • Mon:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Pain Medicine

Conditions Addressed

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Angina Pectoris
  • Arthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Cancer
  • Cancer Pain
  • Chronic Abdominal Pain
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  • Diabetic Neuropathy
  • Disassociative Identity Disorder
  • Discogenic Back Pain
  • Facet Joint Pain
  • Foot Pain
  • Joint Pain
  • Leg Pain
  • Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)
  • Neck Pain
  • Intercostal Neuralgia
  • Occipital Neuralgia
  • Pancreatitis
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Postherpetic Neuralgia
  • Chronic Pain
  • Sacroiliac Joint Pain
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Sports Injuries of the Hand/Wrist
  • Work-related Injury
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Procedures Performed

  • Pain Management
  • Botox Injections (Botulinum toxin)
  • Celiac Plexus Block
  • Chronic Pain Program
  • Cooled Radiofrequency Ablation
  • Dorsal Root Ganglion (DRG) Stimulation
  • Epidural Steroid Injections - Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar, Caudal
  • High Frequency Neurostimulation
  • Integrative Pain Management
  • Joint Injection
  • Medication management
  • Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression
  • Nerve Blocks
  • Occipital Nerve Blocks
  • Adult Pain Relief and Wellness
  • Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
  • Physical Therapy
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
  • Prolotherapy
  • Radiofrequency Neurotomy Genicular Nerve Block
  • Regenerative Injection Therapy (Prolotherapy)
  • Calmare Scrambler Therapy
  • PRP & stem cell injections
  • Sympathetic Nerve Block
  • Trigger point injection
  • Ultrasound-Guided Injections
  • Viscosupplementation
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Dean Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • GEHA
  • Wellcare
  • Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Golden Rule
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Humana
  • Zing Health
  • Meritain Health
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Aetna
  • Magellan Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • AARP
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