Spine Orthopedics

Back and Neck Pain Relief from Los Angeles Spine Specialists

If you’re living with back or neck pain, LAOSS is here to help find out what’s causing your discomfort and treat it. Whether your pain has gotten worse over time or is from a recent injury, we deliver compassionate, supportive care tailored to your lifestyle and goals.

Our spinal orthopedics program, led by Dr. Siamak Yasmeh, focuses on treating the neck, back, spinal discs, nerves, and surrounding muscles. With an emphasis on minimally invasive and patient-centered care, we help address symptoms like ongoing pain, stiffness, numbness or tingling, radiating pain down the arms or legs, weakness, and limited mobility.

At LAOSS, you get expert-level care without the referral barriers of larger hospital systems. Whether you’re seeking a second opinion or your first evaluation, our clinics in East LA, Tarzana, Santa Fe Springs, and Glendale make quality spine care more accessible than ever. Plus, we offer same- or next-day appointments, which means no long waits!

Take the first step toward relief with expert spine care from LAOSS. Contact us for an evaluation today for back or neck pain.

Common Neck and Back Issues Our Spine Specialist Treats

Neck and back issues can come from many different sources, ranging from injuries and repetitive strain to conditions like arthritis, herniated or degenerative discs, nerve compression, and spinal stenosis. While some symptoms may feel mild at first, they can often be the early signs of a more complex spinal issue.

Under the guidance of Dr. Yasmeh, we help patients make sense of their symptoms with a thorough evaluation and personalized treatment plans. By seeking care early, you can prevent worsening discomfort, protect your spinal health, and take meaningful steps toward long-term relief.

Not sure what’s causing your back or neck pain? Contact us for a personalized evaluation today.

Disc Problems

At LAOSS, we diagnose and treat a full range of disc-related conditions, including herniated or bulging discs, degenerative disc disease, and disc compression injuries. These issues can cause pain, numbness, or reduced mobility, but with timely evaluation, we provide personalized solutions to restore comfort and function.

Nerve & Spinal Cord Conditions

We provide expert care for conditions affecting the nerves and spinal cord, including sciatica (nerve root irritation), pinched nerves, and spinal cord compression. These issues may cause radiating pain, tingling, or weakness. Our team offers advanced diagnostics and personalized treatments to relieve symptoms and protect long-term spinal health.

Degenerative & Arthritic Conditions

We treat degenerative and arthritic conditions that can limit mobility and cause chronic pain, including spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal), osteoarthritis of the spine, and facet joint arthritis. With early diagnosis and tailored care, we help patients manage symptoms and maintain long-term spinal function.

Injuries & Instability

We provide comprehensive care for spinal injuries and instability, including acute back and neck strains, whiplash injuries, spondylolisthesis (vertebra slippage), and chronic spinal instability. These conditions can cause pain, weakness, or reduced movement. Our team focuses on accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans to support healing and restore stability.

Other Common Conditions

Other common spine-related conditions we can help with include scoliosis (curvature of the spine), kyphosis (forward rounding), and postural-related back and neck pain. These conditions can affect posture, balance, and comfort. We provide personalized care to reduce pain, improve alignment, and support better long-term spinal health.

How We Diagnose Neck and Back Conditions at LAOSS

Back and neck pain can disrupt every part of life, making it harder to work, sleep, or take part in daily activities. We understand how frustrating this can feel, and we’re here to help you find clear answers.

Dr. Siamak Yasmeh is an orthopedic spine surgeon trained to evaluate complex issues involving the spine. Every evaluation is designed to be thorough and approachable, ensuring you leave with a better understanding of your condition and a clear path toward relief.

Our diagnostic process includes:

An overview of your medical history, where we discuss your symptoms, prior injuries, lifestyle, and how pain affects your daily activities.
A targeted physical examination that allows us to evaluate your posture, flexibility, strength, reflexes, and range of motion to pinpoint problem areas.
X-rays, which are available on-site at multiple LAOSS locations, and MRI, CT scans, or other advanced imaging that can be arranged if needed.
Functional and neurological testing, where we evaluate walking patterns, balance, nerve function, and pain response to understand how your condition impacts real-life movement.

Most of our patients receive a diagnosis and initial treatment recommendations during their first visit.

If your evaluation confirms a spine condition, we’ll discuss a personalized plan that may include physical therapy, interventional pain management, bracing, or minimally invasive surgery when appropriate. Whatever your path, our team is committed to helping you restore function, reduce pain, and regain confidence in your daily life.

Orthopedic Spine Treatments in Los Angeles With LAOSS

We take a conservative-first approach to our treatment plans. That means we explore non-surgical options whenever possible and consider surgery only when necessary. Every treatment plan is tailored to your diagnosis, lifestyle, and long-term goals, so you can feel confident in your path forward.

Physical Therapy

At LAOSS, physical therapy is often the first step in treating back and neck pain. Our specialists design personalized programs focused on improving posture, flexibility, strength, and mobility. Guided exercises and targeted techniques can help reduce pain, restore movement, and support long-term spine health, often without the need for surgery.

Pain Management Injections

We offer pain management injections, including corticosteroid and epidural injections, to relieve inflammation and nerve irritation in the spine. These treatments can reduce pain, improve mobility, and support healing. For many patients, injections provide lasting relief that allows them to return to activity without an immediate need for surgery.

Bracing & Supportive Devices

We may recommend bracing or supportive devices as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for spine conditions. Braces can provide much-needed stability for scoliosis, spinal fractures, or post-injury recovery, helping to reduce strain and support healing. We ensure each brace is customized to your needs, promoting comfort, safety, and improved function as you return to daily activities.

Activity Modification & Lifestyle Guidance

As part of treatment for back and neck conditions, we provide activity modification and lifestyle guidance to help protect the spine during daily routines. We offer practical strategies, such as adjusting posture, lifting techniques, and exercise habits that reduce strain, support healing, and promote long-term spine health and mobility.

PRP Injections

At LAOSS, we offer platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in select cases to support natural healing for spine-related soft tissue conditions. PRP uses a patient’s own blood components to stimulate repair, reduce inflammation, and promote recovery. While not appropriate for every condition, PRP may complement conservative treatments as part of a personalized care plan.

When conservative treatments no longer provide relief, minimally invasive or advanced surgical procedures may be the next step toward lasting comfort and mobility. Every surgical plan is personalized to your diagnosis, activity level, and long-term goals, ensuring you receive the safest, most effective care possible.

Spinal Decompression Procedures

For patients with herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or nerve compression, we offer spinal decompression procedures designed to relieve pressure on affected nerves and reduce pain. Techniques such as laminectomy or discectomy can improve mobility and function with minimally invasive approaches whenever possible. Dr. Yasmeh will personalize each procedure to support faster recovery and long-term relief.

Spinal Fusion Surgery

When spinal instability or severe degeneration causes persistent pain, spinal fusion surgery may be recommended. This procedure joins two or more vertebrae together to stabilize the spine, reduce painful movement, and protect surrounding nerves. At LAOSS, we use advanced techniques, including minimally invasive approaches when appropriate, to promote stability, healing, and long-term relief.

Disc Replacement

For certain patients with severe disc damage, disc replacement surgery offers an alternative to spinal fusion. This procedure involves replacing a diseased or damaged disc with an artificial implant, helping to relieve pain while preserving natural spine motion. Our team carefully evaluates each case to determine if disc replacement is the best option for restoring mobility and quality of life.

Fracture Repair & Stabilization

Spinal fractures, whether from trauma, osteoporosis, or other conditions, can cause severe pain and instability. At LAOSS, we provide advanced fracture repair and stabilization procedures to restore spinal alignment, protect the spinal cord, and support healing. Whenever possible, we use minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery time and help patients return to safe, active living.

Corrective Procedures for Deformity

For patients with spinal deformities such as scoliosis or kyphosis, we offer advanced corrective procedures designed to improve alignment, relieve pain, and restore function. We use precise surgical techniques to address curvature and instability, tailoring each procedure to the patient’s age, condition, and lifestyle goals. These treatments aim to not only correct spinal balance but also enhance long-term mobility and quality of life.

Explore pain management options to find relief without surgery, or contact us to learn more about our spine treatment programs.

Meet Our Orthopedic Spine Specialist, Dr. Siamak Yasmeh

At the heart of our spine care team is Dr. Siamak Yasmeh, a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon dedicated to helping patients find lasting relief from back and neck pain. With advanced training in both non-surgical and surgical treatments, Dr. Yasmeh specializes in cervical (neck) treatments, lower spine treatments, degenerative spine issues, surgeries to remove spinal pressure, and sciatica treatment.

Known for his patient-first approach, Dr. Yasmeh takes time to listen, explain diagnoses in clear terms, and guide patients through all available treatment options. His goal is to help every patient regain mobility, reduce pain, and restore quality of life with compassion and precision.

Serving patients across East LA, Tarzana, Santa Fe Springs, and Glendale, Dr. Yasmeh brings world-class spine expertise into a community-based setting.

Siamak Yasmeh, MD | Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

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Get Trusted Neck and Back Pain Relief in Los Angeles

With the help of LAOSS, trusted spine care is always close to home. Our expert-led team provides comprehensive care, from diagnosis and conservative therapies to physical therapy, interventional pain management, and advanced surgical solutions when needed.

At our practice, you’ll experience the difference of a patient-first, community-based practice that includes personalized attention from a fellowship-trained spine surgeon and shorter waits. Our spine specialist, Dr. Yasmeh, is available at multiple LA-area locations, including East LA, Tarzana, Santa Fe Springs, and Glendale, for easier access to quality care.

Don’t let spine pain limit your life. With the right care, comfort and mobility are within reach. Call or contact us online today to start your recovery.

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Why won’t my lower back pain go away after physical therapy?

Persistent lower back pain despite physical therapy may signal an underlying condition, such as a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or nerve compression, that requires further evaluation. While physical therapy helps many patients, some cases need additional treatments like pain management, imaging, or surgical solutions. A spine specialist can provide answers and guide you toward lasting relief.

I have neck pain shooting down my arm. Do I need a spine specialist?

Neck pain that shoots down your arm may indicate nerve irritation or compression, often caused by a herniated disc or spinal stenosis. Since these symptoms can worsen over time and affect strength or mobility, it’s important to see a spine specialist, who can provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment options to relieve pain and protect long-term function.

Do I need a second opinion before spine surgery in Los Angeles?

Getting a second opinion before spine surgery is highly recommended. Spine conditions can often be treated with conservative care, and surgical approaches may vary. At LAOSS in Los Angeles, our fellowship-trained spine specialist can provide clear evaluations and personalized recommendations, helping you feel confident in your decision and ensuring you choose the best treatment path for long-term relief.

What type of doctor treats spinal stenosis in Los Angeles?

Spinal stenosis is best treated by an orthopedic spine specialist or spine surgeon, which is a doctor trained to diagnose and manage conditions affecting the back, neck, and spinal nerves. At LAOSS in Los Angeles, our fellowship-trained spine surgeon, Dr. Siamak Yasmeh, provides both non-surgical and surgical treatment options to relieve pressure on the nerves, reduce pain, and restore mobility.