Burjeel Hospital’s Center for Advanced Pain Treatment transforms pain management in the UAE

When it comes to treating chronic pain, the Center for Advanced Pain Treatment at Burjeel Hospital, Dubai, is a leading destination in the UAE for accurate and personalised care.

Led by a team of board-certified specialists, the center combines cutting-edge technology with clinical expertise to diagnose and treat chronic spine and joint pain, cancer-related pain, and nerve and musculoskeletal disorders.

As one of the first centers in the UAE to offer innovative procedures such as endoscopic spine surgery, SI joint fusion, indirect fusion, and endoscopic-assisted fusion, Burjeel Hospital is transforming pain management with precision and compassion.

Targeted treatment through interventional pain medicine

Chronic pain is a complex and often debilitating condition. If not treated correctly and promptly, it can deteriorate one’s quality of life and cause irreversible damage.

The specialists at Burjeel Hospital's Center for Advanced Pain Treatment use interventional medicine, which focuses on diagnosing and treating pain at its source using image-guided, minimally invasive procedures.

According to Dr Manish Raj, Specialist in Interventional Pain Medicine at the Center, every patient has a unique pain story that requires a tailored treatment plan.

“Pain doesn’t just affect the body. It impacts the mind, daily routines, and relationships. Hence, our approach is rooted in compassion and personalisation. We listen closely, treat precisely, and walk with our patients on their journey to healing,” explains Dr Raj.

In his career spanning 14 years, he has performed over 5,000 spine interventions and more than 2,000 endoscopic surgeries. At Burjeel, unlike traditional methods, his team targets the root cause of pain with precision, offering lasting relief and improved mobility.

“We are not just treating symptoms, but understand the root cause, apply the latest techniques, and guide patients towards long-term relief with the least disruption to their lives. Our goal is to provide patients with the most advanced, minimally invasive treatments to help them regain their quality of life and live pain-free,” adds Dr Raj.

Personalised, evidence-based care

A multidisciplinary team, comprising experts in interventional pain medicine, endoscopic spine surgery, physiotherapy, and oncology, collaborates to provide holistic care at the center. They treat spine and joint conditions such as chronic back or neck pain, sciatica, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis, failed back surgery syndrome, and vertebral fractures.

They also manage nerve and musculoskeletal pain including diabetic or post-injury neuropathy, shingles (PHN), trigeminal neuralgia, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), migraines, and myofascial pain. Cancer and visceral pain, including tumor-related discomfort and chronic abdominal or pelvic pain, are also addressed using advanced treatment methods.

Treatment begins with a comprehensive evaluation, including a detailed medical history, physical examination, and advanced diagnostics such as MRI, CT, and ultrasound. Based on these findings, customised therapies are developed to address each patient’s unique needs.

Minimally invasive procedures, including endoscopic spine surgery, kyphoplasty, and radiofrequency ablation, are performed through tiny incisions, offering higher success rates and faster recovery for spine-related conditions.

While endoscopic spine surgery treats herniated discs, Kyphoplasty stabilises spinal fractures with bone cement. Radiofrequency ablation provides long-term relief for arthritis and joint pain.

The center also offers innovative pain interventions like spinal cord and DRG stimulation for CRPS and post-surgical pain; intrathecal pump implants for direct medication delivery in cancer and chronic pain cases; and regenerative therapies such as PRP therapy and prolotherapy for sports injuries or osteoarthritis.

Specialised nerve blocks and injections used to manage complex pain conditions include ultrasound- or X-ray-guided joint injections for the shoulder, knee, and hip; sympathetic blocks for CRPS; occipital and Botox injections for migraines; and pelvic nerve blocks for targeted pain relief.

With a patient-centered philosophy grounded in empathetic care, transparent communication, and lifelong support, the Burjeel Hospital's Center for Advanced Pain Treatment is redefining how chronic pain is understood, managed, and overcome.

To schedule an appointment: call 80055, or visit https://burjeel.com/burjeelspecialty/burjeel-hospitals-center-for-advanced-pain-treatment/