Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pain Management & Spine Care Specialists
Founded in 2003 by Dr. Alexander P. Hersel, Pain Management & Injury Relief Medical Center specializes in advanced pain management and spine care. Our patient-centered approach begins with comprehensive diagnosis followed by personalized treatment plans that integrate minimally invasive procedures and non-narcotic pain relief options. We collaborate with complementary alternative medicine specialists to address the whole patient, combining Western medicine with holistic therapies.Our state-of-the-art facility in Thousand Oaks features cutting-edge technology and an efficient scheduling system to maximize patient-doctor interaction time. We maintain community partnerships to support individuals with chronic illnesses and offer the FREE Telebacksurgeon service for expedited specialist referrals.
Services
Epidural Steroid Injections
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Radiofrequency Ablation
Ketamine Infusion Therapy
Vertebroplasty
PRP Therapy
Nerve Blocks
Kyphoplasty
Botox Injections
Medication Management
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in pain management
- Our personalized treatment plans target root causes of chronic pain
- We utilize state-of-the-art medical technology and advanced procedures
- Our team includes board-certified anesthesiologists and spine specialists
- We maintain community partnerships for comprehensive patient support
What people say
Life-changing treatment
Compassionate specialists
Effective pain relief
Personalized care approach
Expert diagnosis
Services
Epidural Steroid Injections
Epidural steroid injections deliver anti-inflammatory medication directly to spinal nerve roots to reduce pain and inflammation. This minimally invasive procedure helps patients with back pain, sciatica, and neck pain achieve improved mobility and reduced discomfort. Our specialists use precise imaging guidance to ensure accurate medication placement for maximum effectiveness.
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal cord stimulation uses implanted devices to interrupt pain signals before they reach the brain. This advanced therapy provides long-term relief for chronic pain conditions like failed back surgery syndrome and complex regional pain syndrome. Our team programs and monitors these devices to optimize pain relief while minimizing side effects.
Radiofrequency Ablation
Radiofrequency ablation uses heat energy to disrupt nerve signals causing chronic pain. This procedure effectively treats facet joint pain, neck pain, and other chronic conditions by targeting specific nerve pathways. Our specialists use real-time imaging to precisely apply treatment while preserving surrounding tissues.
Ketamine Infusion Therapy
Ketamine infusion therapy provides rapid relief for severe chronic pain conditions through intravenous administration of low-dose ketamine. This innovative treatment helps patients with complex regional pain syndrome and other difficult-to-treat pain disorders by modulating pain receptors in the nervous system. Each session is closely monitored by our experienced medical team.
Vertebroplasty
Vertebroplasty stabilizes fractured vertebrae through injection of medical-grade bone cement. This procedure alleviates pain from vertebral compression fractures caused by osteoporosis or trauma. Our specialists use fluoroscopic guidance to ensure precise cement placement while minimizing risks during this same-day outpatient procedure.
People
Alexander P. Hersel
Founder & Pain Specialist
Dr. Hersel founded Pain Management & Injury Relief Medical Center in 2003 after completing anesthesiology residency. He specializes in integrative pain management combining Western medicine with alternative therapies. With over 20 years of experience, he focuses on personalized treatment plans targeting root causes of chronic pain.
Bradley Spiegel
Pain & Spine Specialist
Dr. Spiegel brings 15 years of experience in multidisciplinary pain management. He specializes in epidural injections and personalized treatment planning. His approach emphasizes patient education and active involvement in treatment decisions to achieve optimal outcomes for chronic pain patients.
Jason Cohen
Anesthesiologist
Dr. Cohen specializes in interventional pain management techniques. He focuses on minimally invasive procedures for spine-related pain conditions. With board certification in anesthesiology, he brings expertise in both surgical and non-surgical pain treatment approaches.
Laura Pasternack
Pain Specialist
Dr. Pasternack provides comprehensive pain management solutions with emphasis on patient-centered care. She specializes in diagnostic evaluation and treatment of complex pain conditions using advanced interventional techniques and conservative therapies.
Questions
What chronic pain conditions do you treat?
We treat arthritis, back pain, neck pain, sciatica, fibromyalgia, complex regional pain syndrome, and other chronic pain conditions using advanced interventional techniques.
What makes PMIR's approach unique?
Our integrative approach combines Western medicine with alternative therapies, using minimally invasive procedures and personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs.
Do you offer non-narcotic pain solutions?
Yes, we specialize in non-narcotic pain management using interventional techniques like epidural injections, neurostimulation, and radiofrequency ablation to provide effective pain relief without medication dependence.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We offer timely appointments with our specialists and provide the FREE Telebacksurgeon service for expedited specialist referrals within 24 hours.
Are your doctors board-certified?
Yes, our medical team includes board-certified anesthesiologists and pain management specialists with extensive experience in interventional pain procedures.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with most major insurance providers. Contact our office for specific insurance verification and billing information.
Reviews (3)
Helene Zonder
Jul 14, 2021
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I just had facet joint and SI joint injections this morning. I am overwhelmed at how well I was treated by the entire staff - this was my first time here and I was a bit anxious and felt taken care of from the moment I walked in until I left. Dr. Hersel and his staff are kind, caring and attentive. The facility is impeccably clean and if I could give 10 stars I would. Thank you for taking care of me this morning.
Karen Brahney
Oct 16, 2019
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Absolutely every doctor there is wonderful, Dr. HERSEL is my guy. My angel on earth, I call him. I dont know what I wouldve done without him.
Esther Gordon
Jan 08, 2017
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The very best care anyone could hope for. Dr. Hersel gives you a bedside manner like no other. He is kind and compassionate. He will listen to you. Then together come up with a plan to resolve your pain.
