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Struggling to Walk or Bend Without Pain?

You Don’t Have to Live With It

A herniated disc can irritate nearby nerves and cause pain or numbness.
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You may not need surgery

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What Is A Herniated Disc?

A herniated disc happens when the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through its outer layer, often pressing on nearby nerves. This can cause pain, numbness, or weakness in the back, neck, arms, or legs.

Common Symptoms You Might Be Experiencing:

  • Bulge or Protrusion: The disc extends outward while the outer layer remains intact
  • Extrusion: The inner material breaks through the outer layer
  • Sequestration: A fragment of the disc separates completely

Discal Anatomy:

  • Annulus fibrosus: The tough outer layer that keeps the disc contained
  • Nucleus pulposus: The soft, gel-like center that absorbs shock and supports movement

Types of Disc Herniation:

  • Bulge or Protrusion: The disc extends outward while the outer layer remains intact
  • Extrusion: The inner material breaks through the outer layer
  • Sequestration: A fragment of the disc separates completely
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What Causes It?

At UES Interventional Pain, we frequently treat patients whose herniated disc is caused by:

  • Age-related disc degeneration
  • Sudden heavy lifting or twisting motions
  • Trauma or injury to the spine
  • Poor posture over time

Herniated discs can irritate nerves and cause inflammation, leading to discomfort and limited mobility. Our specialists use advanced, image-guided treatments to target the source of pain and help restore function.

If this sounds familiar, it's time to get evaluated.

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Relief Without Surgery

Minimally Invasive Treatments Options

At UES Interventional Pain, we offer safe, evidence-based treatments to relieve sciatic nerve pain without the need for surgery.

What to Expect During Your Visit

  • Receive evaluation and treatment in one visit
  • Personalized plan based on your MRI, EMG, and symptoms
  • All treatments are done outpatient-no hospital stay or long recovery
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“Glad I found Dr. Spiegel”

Offers treatment possibilities that have not been explored by other doctors I’ve consulted and been treated by. The staff is exceptional. Caring, patient. I recommend the good doctor and his aides and staff.

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“I truly believe this doctor cares deeply about his patients.”

His team is incredible, which speaks volumes about the quality of care and his representation in this world. He has helped me improve my health, and I feel fortunate to have met him in a city filled with millions of doctors.

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“Dr. Spiegel is exceptional in diagnosis and treatment”

He is thorough, efficient, caring and effective. His office staff is quite literally the kindest, most professionally managed group I’ve encountered in NYC. I highly recommend.

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“Dr. Spiegel is a lifesaver!”

He really took the time to listen and got me back on track fast. Super friendly staff, and the whole process was a breeze. I’m finally feeling relief, and I couldn’t be happier. Highly recommended if you’re looking for real results.

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“Dr. Spiegel provided fantastic and personal care”

After a long and arduous journey searching for relief Dr. Speigel helped me regain my life. I am forever thankful for Dr. Speigel’s personal care and excellent bedside manner. He had great bed side manner as well.

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“Caring, compassionate and helpful”

He listened carefully and was responsive to any questions that I had. His staff were also extremely helpful and kind.

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“This man saved my life”

After 30 years of suffering the worst neck pain anyone can endure and having multiple surgery this man fixed it with on simple injection to my neck! I wasn't planing on continuing my life like this this man saved my life!

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“Dr. Spiegel was phenomenal”

Dr. Spiegel was phenomenal! He asked a lot of questions about the pain I was feeling, he performed some tests, and seamlessly was able to schedule an MRI and cortisone shots for my back. Would highly recommend.

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Meet Your Doctor

Expert Care, Proven Results

Matthew A. Spiegel, MD

Expert in Minimally Invasive Pain Management

  • Dual Board Certified
  • Super Doctors® Rising Stars"
  • NYU-recognized teaching site
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“If you're dealing with nerve or spine pain, I understand how frustrating it can be.

My focus is helping patients find real relief-without surgery-using precise, image-guided treatments that work.

I'll take the time to listen, review your MRI or EMG, and recommend the best approach based on your unique needs.

You don't have to live in pain. I'm here to help.”

Matthew A. Spiegel, MD

Founder & Medical Director,
UES Interventional Pain

Your Visit, Step by Step

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You Are Tired of Feeling Pain

Whether it's back pain, nerve pain, or something you can't quite explain, it's disrupting your life, and you're looking for real answers. You're not alone, and you don't have to keep living this way.

Whether it's back pain, nerve pain, or something you can't quite explain, it's disrupting your life, and you're looking for real answers. You're not alone, and you don't have to keep living this way.

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Book Your Appointment

Getting started is simple. Choose a convenient time for your consultation - in person or virtual-and take the first real step toward relief. Our team is ready to listen.

Getting started is simple. Choose a convenient time for your consultation - in person or virtual-and take the first real step toward relief. Our team is ready to listen.

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2a – Complete Intake Forms

Fill out your intake forms online ahead of time to speed up your visit.

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2b – Send Relevant Documents

Send any MRIs, EMGs, or documents you'd like us to review ahead of your visit.

Email: hello@uespain.com

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Get a Personalized Care Plan

At your first visit, Dr. Spiegel will take the time to understand your unique experience. After a thorough evaluation, we'll build a targeted, minimally invasive plan designed around your needs and goals.

At your first visit, Dr. Spiegel will take the time to understand your unique experience. After a thorough evaluation, we'll build a targeted, minimally invasive plan designed around your needs and goals.

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Feel Relief, Live Fully

Many patients start to feel better after just a few treatments. With expert care and ongoing support, you'll be on the path to moving, living, and feeling like yourself again pain free!

Many patients start to feel better after just a few treatments. With expert care and ongoing support, you'll be on the path to moving, living, and feeling like yourself again pain free!

Insurance Plans We Work With

We work with many major insurance plans and will gladly assist you in understanding your coverage. Participation and benefits vary by plan, and we encourage patients to contact our office so we can review insurance options, estimated benefits, and financial responsibility prior to treatment.

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Logos displayed represent insurance plans we commonly work with. Network status and coverage may vary by specific plan, employer group, and service provided. If you do not see your plan listed, or if you have questions about coverage, our team is happy to assist. We routinely help patients verify benefits, obtain authorizations when applicable, and review out-of-network options so there are no surprises. Insurance benefits are patient-specific.

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Eligibility and reimbursement are determined by your insurance carrier.

Where To Find Us

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Upper East Side

215 E 77th St.
(Between 2nd & 3rd Ave)New York, NY 10075

6 train, 1.5 blocks at 77th & Lexington Ave.

Q train at 72nd & 2nd Ave or 86th St & 2nd Ave.

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