Desert Spine and Sports Physicians

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Desert Spine and Sports Physicians is dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of spine, sports, and musculoskeletal pain and injury. Office Locations:
Phoenix:
3700 N 24th Street, Suite 210
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 840-0681

Scottsdale:
8670 E Shea, Suite 102
Scottsdale, AZ 85206
(602) 840-0681

Mesa:
6634 E Baseline Rd #101
Mesa, AZ 85206
(602) 840-0681

Gilbert:
3615 S Rome St. Gilbert, AZ 85297
(602) 840-0681

Peoria:
13128 N 94th Drive, Suite 200
Peoria, AZ 85381
(602) 840-0681

Living with chronic back or leg pain that hasn't responded to other treatments? Spinal cord implant therapy is worth und...
08/21/2026

Living with chronic back or leg pain that hasn't responded to other treatments? Spinal cord implant therapy is worth understanding.

This FDA-approved, non-drug therapy uses a small implanted device to interrupt pain signals before they reach the brain, helping many patients reduce their reliance on oral pain medication and its side effects.

At Desert Spine and Sports Physicians, our physiatrists and pain management physicians evaluate each patient carefully to determine whether this option fits their broader care plan.

Want to learn more? Join our live webinar on 8/28 to get your questions answered.
Register here: https://buff.ly/C10YjYr or contact us at (602) 726-1117.

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Please join us in welcoming Dr. August Frank, MD, to Desert Spine and Sports Physicians as a Fellow.Dr. Frank earned his...
08/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. August Frank, MD, to Desert Spine and Sports Physicians as a Fellow.

Dr. Frank earned his Bachelor's degree and his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Missouri, Kansas City. He completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital in Chicago.

His personal mission is simple: to listen closely, explain clearly, and build a treatment plan around what matters most to each patient's life and goals, so they can return to living without limitations.

Dr. Frank will see patients across all DSSP locations.

Interested in learning more?
Contact us at (602) 726-1117 or visit our YouTube channel youtube.com/

If you've tried physical therapy, medications, or injections for disc-related back pain and haven't found lasting relief...
08/20/2026

If you've tried physical therapy, medications, or injections for disc-related back pain and haven't found lasting relief, you may have heard about orthobiologics, treatments like PRP and BMAC that use your body's own healing components to support tissue repair.

The research is genuinely encouraging: studies show meaningful pain reduction for many patients, with some benefits lasting years. But the evidence is still evolving, and results can vary depending on patient selection and treatment preparation.

Our fellowship-trained physiatrists and pain management physicians review your imaging and treatment history individually, so you understand both the potential and the current limits of these treatments before deciding if they're right for you.

Read the full blog to learn what the evidence actually shows about PRP, BMAC, and stem cell therapies, https://buff.ly/btQgh8X

New semester. Same shoulder that's been bothering you since May. Desert Spine and Sports Physicians sees patients withou...
08/19/2026

New semester. Same shoulder that's been bothering you since May.

Desert Spine and Sports Physicians sees patients without a referral, with most appointments available within 24 hours, and early morning appointments available around your class schedule.

Our fellowship-trained physiatrists and pain management physicians evaluate the source of your symptoms before recommending treatment.

Interested in learning more? Contact us at (602) 726-1117 or visit our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/ I

Facet joint pain often gets mistaken for general back stiffness, but it's a distinct, treatable source of pain along the...
08/18/2026

Facet joint pain often gets mistaken for general back stiffness, but it's a distinct, treatable source of pain along the spine.

There's more than one way to approach it. Steroid injections can offer fast, targeted relief and help confirm that the joint is the source of the pain. Regenerative options like PRP work differently, supporting the joint's long-term function as healing builds gradually over time.
The right choice depends on your symptoms, history, and goals, which is why an evaluation matters.

Our board-certified, fellowship-trained physiatrists and pain management physicians can help you compare your options with clarity and confidence.

Read the full breakdown on our blog: https://buff.ly/UFjnAp2

Interested in learning more? Contact us at (602) 726-1117 or visit the link in our bio!

08/17/2026

Is PRP FDA-approved? Dr. Tima Le answers one of the most common questions we hear from patients considering regenerative treatment.

Our fellowship-trained physiatrists and pain management physicians evaluate whether PRP is appropriate based on your specific diagnosis before recommending it.

Interested in learning more? Contact us at (602) 726-1117 or visit our YouTube channel https://buff.ly/4v7nLX9

By August, pitchers and position players have logged thousands of throws. Gym athletes have put months of load through t...
08/14/2026

By August, pitchers and position players have logged thousands of throws. Gym athletes have put months of load through their shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees. Soreness that doesn't fully resolve and stiffness that takes longer to warm up deserve a closer look.

Our fellowship-trained physiatrists and pain management physicians evaluate the source of sports-related pain before recommending treatment.

Interested in learning more? Contact us at (602) 726-1117 or visit our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/

Do you have chronic low back pain that hasn't responded to other treatments? It may be coming from within the vertebra i...
08/13/2026

Do you have chronic low back pain that hasn't responded to other treatments? It may be coming from within the vertebra itself, a source known as vertebrogenic pain.

Intracept™ is currently the only procedure designed specifically to treat this type of pain. It's implant-free, done as a same-day procedure with brief recovery, and clinical data show long-term relief after a single treatment.

At Desert Spine and Sports Physicians, our physiatrists and pain management physicians evaluate each patient carefully to determine whether this option fits their broader care plan.

Want to learn more? Join our live webinar on 8/28 to get your questions answered.
Register here: https://buff.ly/C10YjYr or contact us at (602) 726-1117.
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Phoenix summers are relentless. So is our commitment to getting you seen fast. No referral is required, and most patient...
08/12/2026

Phoenix summers are relentless. So is our commitment to getting you seen fast. No referral is required, and most patients are seen within 24 hours, with early morning appointments available so you can get in, get answers, and beat the heat before your day begins.

Our fellowship-trained physiatrists and pain management physicians evaluate the source of back pain, neck pain, joint pain, and nerve symptoms before recommending treatment.

Interested in learning more? Contact us at (602) 726-1117 or visit our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/

Shooting pain down your leg? Numbness, tingling, or weakness that won't quit? What most people call "sciatica" is actual...
08/11/2026

Shooting pain down your leg? Numbness, tingling, or weakness that won't quit? What most people call "sciatica" is actually lumbar radiculopathy, and knowing the real diagnosis is the key to real relief.

You don't have to live with nerve pain. Read the full guide and learn how our board-certified physiatrists can help you move, work, and live pain-free again.
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3700 N 24th Street, Suite 210
Phoenix, AZ
85016

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 3pm

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+16028400681

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