Interventional Pain Management Specialist in Pasadena & Los Angeles

At Spine and Pain Institute Los Angeles, our board-certified interventional pain management specialists serve Pasadena and Los Angeles with advanced, minimally invasive treatments for various pain conditions. Whether you're dealing with sciatica, herniated discs, arthritis, or other conditions, we use the most innovative, cutting-edge, and research-driven therapies to restore your quality of life.

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What is Interventional Pain Management?

Interventional pain management is a specialized field of medicine focused on diagnosing and treating chronic and acute pain through minimally invasive procedures. Unlike general pain relief approaches that rely heavily on medication, interventional techniques target the source of pain directly, often offering faster, longer-lasting relief with fewer side effects. These treatments are ideal for conditions such as back and neck pain, herniated discs, sciatica, arthritis, joint pain, and nerve damage. Common procedures include epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and spinal cord stimulation.

By combining medical expertise with advanced imaging and precision techniques, interventional pain specialists help patients reduce pain, improve function, and avoid unnecessary surgery — all with a focus on restoring quality of life.

Meet Taher Saifullah, MD, D.ABA, MS

Dr. Taher Saifullah is the founder of Spine & Pain Institute Los Angeles. This state-of-the-art facility is located in the heart of Pasadena. Double board-certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Dr. Saifullah is an experienced and highly skilled physician. He completed his residency at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic (ranked No.2 by US News 2020-2021) and pursued a competitive fellowship at Rush University in Chicago under the tutelage of our country's leading pain physicians.

At the Spine & Pain Institute Los Angeles, Dr. Saifullah treats a wide range of pain conditions. His experience at the Cleveland Clinic and Rush University Medical Center has provided him a strong focus on the multimodal and multidisciplinary approaches to treating chronic pain. He specializes in the surgical and interventional aspects of pain medicine including spinal cord and DRG stimulation, intrathecal drug delivery, radiofrequency ablation of peripheral nerves, minimally invasive spine procedures, and a plethora of other innovative and cutting-edge therapies.

As a physician, Dr. Saifullah is compassionate and empathetic. Drawing on his extensive experience, he aims to provide the most comprehensive and effective care for his patients. When not busy treating patients, Dr. Saifullah loves to surf, spend time with his friends and family, and practice yoga sculpt.

Conditions We Treat

CONDITIONS

Nerve Pain

Advanced Treatments We Offer

Epidural Injections

A targeted injection to reduce inflammation and provide relief from chronic back or neck pain.

Facet Injections

Injections into the facet joints to alleviate pain and improve mobility in the spine.

Kyphoplasty

A minimally invasive procedure to treat spinal fractures and restore vertebral height.

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

A procedure that uses heat to disrupt pain signals from specific nerves, offering long-term pain relief.

Sacroiliac Joint Fusion

A surgical technique to stabilize the sacroiliac joint and reduce pain from instability or dysfunction.

Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)

An implanted device that sends electrical pulses to the spinal cord to block pain signals.

Nerve Blocks

Injections that numb specific nerves to provide pain relief in targeted areas.

Injections

Targeted treatments to reduce inflammation and relieve pain in specific areas of the body.

Vertiflex Procedure

A minimally invasive treatment to relieve pressure on spinal nerves and improve mobility.

Mild Procedure®

A safe, outpatient procedure to remove excess ligament tissue restore space in the spinal canal.

Sacroiliac Joint Fusion (LinQ®)

A procedure that stabilizes the sacroiliac joint, reducing chronic pain and improving function.

Intracept Procedure

A specialized treatment that targets the nerve responsible for chronic lower back pain.

Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation

A therapy that targets the dorsal root ganglion to block pain signals and provide relief for chronic pain conditions.

Ready to Take the First Step Toward a Pain-Free Life?

Chronic pain can affect every part of your life — but it doesn't have to. At Spine and Pain Institute Los Angeles, we help people in Pasadena and Los Angeles find real relief through advanced, minimally invasive treatments tailored to their needs.

Whether you're dealing with back pain, joint pain, or nerve-related conditions, we’re here to help you move forward with less pain and more confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What insurance do you accept?

We accept a wide range of insurance plans, including major PPOs, HMOs, Medicare, and specialized plans such as Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation. Below are the insurance providers we work with:

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Axminster
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Shield Covered Califormia
Blue Shield
Cigna
Facey
Health Net
Medicare
Medicare-Medical
Oscar
Personal Injury
United Healthcare
Workers' Compensation

To access the specific plans we accept, visit this page. If your insurance plan is not included in the list, please contact our office to discuss your options.

What areas do you serve?

We are located in Pasadena, CA, but we serve patients from all around the greater Los Angeles area. Our address is 625 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Ste. 230 Pasadena, CA 91105.

How can a pain management doctor help?

A pain management doctor can help with both chronic pain and acute pain from injuries, surgeries, or medical conditions. By diagnosing the root cause of your pain, a pain doctor can create a personalized treatment plan using advanced techniques like injections, nerve blocks, or other therapies to provide lasting relief.