Serving Fort Lauderdale and Broward County

Dr. De La Peña provides pain management services in Fort Lauderdale, serving patients from Hollywood, Plantation, Davie, Pompano Beach, and surrounding South Florida communities.

Pain Management Specialist in Fort Lauderdale.

Non-surgical treatment for back pain, neck pain, sciatica, herniated discs, and joint pain.

A life without pain is

possible today

Pain management focuses on identifying the source of pain and treating it with targeted, minimally invasive procedures. Many conditions affecting the spine, nerves, and joints can be treated without surgery.

Dr. De La Peña uses image-guided techniques and advanced therapies to reduce inflammation, improve function, and help patients return to daily life with less pain.

Conditions Treated

Back Pain
Neck Pain
Sciatica
Herniated Disc
Spinal Stenosis
Cervical Radiculopathy
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Joint Pain
Nerve Pain

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"Every patient deserves a treatment plan as unique as their pain. We don't treat diagnoses — we treat people."

Dr. María Alejandra De La Peña · Harvard Trained · Double Board Certified

Less pain,
a better
life.

We prioritize non-surgical treatment first. Every treatment plan is customized to address the root cause of your pain — not just the symptoms.

  • Comprehensive evaluation with advanced imaging to pinpoint the exact source of your spinal or musculoskeletal pain.

  • Pain Management Treatments

    Epidural Steroid Injections
    Reduce inflammation around spinal nerves causing back or leg pain

    Nerve Blocks
    Target specific nerves to relieve localized pain

    Radiofrequency Ablation
    Interrupts pain signals from nerves for longer-term relief

    Regenerative Medicine (PRP)
    Uses the body’s own healing response to support tissue repair

  • We harness the body's natural healing ability with therapies like PRP and stem cells to regenerate damaged tissue.

  • Personalized support at every stage of your recovery to ensure optimal long-term outcomes.

Comprehensive treatments
for your well-being

Frequently Asked Questions

What does pain management treat?
Pain management treats conditions affecting the spine, joints, and nerves, including back pain, neck pain, and sciatica.

Can pain be treated without surgery?
Yes. Many patients improve with non-surgical treatments such as injections, nerve blocks, and regenerative therapies.

When should I see a pain management specialist?
If pain persists for weeks, limits movement, or does not improve with basic care, evaluation by a specialist is recommended.

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Advanced technology
for your spine

Percutaneous lumbar decompression of the spinal canal without implants and without destabilizing adjacent structures. Dr. De La Peña is one of the few physicians in Fort Lauderdale certified to perform it — minimal downtime, maximum effectiveness.

MILD® Procedure

The only FDA-approved interspinous spacer on the market. An evidence-based treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis — proven to reduce leg pain by up to 75% at 60 months. Covered by Medicare and Medicaid.

Vertiflex Superion® System

Epidural, facet, and peripheral nerve blocks — guided with real-time imaging for maximum precision and safety.

Fluoroscopy-Guided Injections