About Us

A different kind of pain relief clinic in Clermont

When you are living with pain, it can feel like every doctor’s appointment leads to the same answers.

Medication. Cortisone injections. Physical therapy. Waiting. More imaging. More referrals. And eventually, a conversation about surgery.

At Pain Free Orlando, we believe you deserve one more objective look before making a major decision about your body and your long-term health.

Our team helps people explore non-surgical, therapeutic and regenerative options for pain that has not improved with traditional treatments. We start by listening to you, understanding your full story, and determining whether our approach may be right for you.

Our Philosophy

We listen first, then recommend.

Pain is rarely simple.

By the time many people come to us, they have already tried multiple treatments. Some have been told their condition is part of aging. Others have been told to manage it with medication, repeated cortisone injections, or preparation for surgery.

We do not believe healthcare should begin with assumptions.

Before making any recommendations, we take the time to understand:

Where your pain started
How long it has been affecting you
What you have already tried
What helped temporarily
What did not work
What other doctors have told you
What you want to be able to do again

Your plan should reflect your body, your condition, your goals, and your life — not a generic protocol.

Our goal is to help you understand whether a non-surgical, regenerative approach may help you move better, function better, and get back to the life you have been missing.

Not everyone is a candidate. That is why the first step is a conversation.

We believe patients deserve clarity.

Many people who come to Pain Free Orlando feel frustrated because they still do not fully understand why their pain keeps coming back.

They know where it hurts, but they may not know what is causing the problem.

That uncertainty can make every decision feel more challenging — especially when surgery has been mentioned.

Our role is to help you, look at the full picture, and understand your options in plain language.

If we believe we may be able to help, we will explain the next step clearly. If we are not the right fit, we will point you in the right direction.

Meet the Providers

Melissa Cunningham

ANCC-Board Certified Nurse Practitioner

Melissa Cunningham is part of the Pain Free Orlando care team and helps support patients through the evaluation and care process.

She completed her Master of Science in Nursing at Florida International and was accepted into the Nursing Honors Society. She has had extensive experience at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, where she distinguished herself with a track record of excellence in comprehensive patient care as well as a clinical instructor at the University of Miami School of Nursing.

Melissa specializes in treatments for acute or chronic joint pain due to injury or osteoarthritis. These treatments include joint injections, therapeutic bracing and therapy programs that can help patients regain mobility, eliminate pain and get them back to doing all of the things they enjoy.

Melissa grew up near Ft. Lauderdale and moved to Miami when she started nursing school. She now calls Central Florida home with her husband, son, and extended family. She is very artistic and found an outlet for her creativity as a photographer specializing in portraits of expectant Moms, children and families. Her love of travel and nature led her to visit Iceland, which due its unspoiled beauty, is her favorite destination to date. Future explorations with her family include hiking the U.S. National Parks and crossing the “pond” to see Scotland and Ireland.

Dr. Thomas Entwistle

Dr. Thomas Entwistle is a member of the clinical care at Pain Free Orlando with a focus on helping patients understand the source of their pain and exploring non-surgical options when appropriate.

His approach is centered on careful evaluation, honest communication, and care plans that are built around the individual — not around a one-size-fits-all treatment path.

Dr. Entwistle is a Board Certified Chiropractic Physician with more that 30 years of clinical experience. He was born in Rockville Centre, New York, and is an honors graduate of Boston College, with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. His graduate studies include programs at Georgetown University and New York Chiropractic College, where he graduated with honors.

Dr. Entwistle grew up on Long Island, New York and enjoys traveling to Europe with his wonderful wife, Maureen (especially to Italy, where his Mom’s family is from and to Scotland, where his Dad was born) He loves spending time with his sons, his daughter-in-law and his 2 amazing grandsons.

His other passion is golf and he hopes to play one day at St. Andrews in Scotland where the game of golf was born.

Dr. Entwistle and the Care Team are fluent in both English and Spanish.

The Pain Free Orlando Care Team

Behind every patient experience is a team focused on making the process clear, respectful, and personal.

From the first phone call to your consultation and follow-up visits, our Care Team is here to help you feel informed instead of rushed.

We understand that many people come to us after months or years of pain. Some are worried about the possibility of surgery. Some are tired of temporary relief. Some simply want someone to listen and help them understand what else may be possible.

Our job is to listen to your story, answer your questions, and help you take the next step with confidence.

Why Patients Come to Us

They feel unheard.

Many patients tell us they felt like their pain was minimized or explained away by other providers.

They were told it was age. Arthritis. Wear and tear. Something they would just have to live with.

But when pain affects walking, sleeping, working, exercising, traveling, or spending time with family, it deserves to be taken seriously.

At Pain Free Orlando, we take the time to listen to your full story before discussing possible next steps.

They were told to live with it.

Some people are told there is nothing else to do until the pain becomes “bad enough” for surgery.

That can leave them stuck in the middle — not ready for surgery, but also not getting better.

We help patients explore whether there may be a non-surgical path worth considering before they accept pain as their new normal.

They are frightened of surgery.

Surgery is a major decision.

For some patients, it may eventually be necessary. But many people want to know whether they have explored every other reasonable option first.

Our clinic exists for people who want one more objective look before moving forward with an invasive procedure.

We cannot promise that surgery can always be avoided. But we can help you understand whether a non-surgical, regenerative approach may be right for your situation.

They want another option.

Many patients have already tried cortisone injections, pain medication, physical therapy, braces, or other treatments.

Some helped for a short time. Others did not help at all.

When pain keeps returning, it is reasonable to ask whether the underlying problem has truly been addressed.

That is where our approach begins.

Our Difference

Holistic

We look beyond the pain location alone.

Your pain may be affected by movement, inflammation, joint health, previous injuries, lifestyle, compensation patterns, or other factors.

That is why we take time to understand the full picture before making recommendations.

Non-surgical

Our care is designed for people who want to explore options before surgery.

We focus on conservative, non-surgical strategies when appropriate, helping patients determine whether there may be another path forward.

Regenerative

Pain Free Orlando offers regenerative care options that are designed to support the body’s natural healing process.

These treatments are not about masking symptoms. They are intended to help improve function and address the underlying condition when the patient is an appropriate candidate.

Not everyone qualifies. Your consultation helps determine whether this approach may be right for you.