35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820

Back Pain Doctor Somerville NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan, MD

Expert Back Pain Care Serving Somerville, NJ

If you are searching for a back pain doctor in Somerville, NJ, expert care is approximately 25 minutes away in Edison. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon offering comprehensive back pain treatment near Somerville — from conservative non-surgical care to advanced minimally invasive surgery without general anesthesia. The Spine and Performance Institute is at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820, reached from Somerville via Route 287 North or Route 206 North.

Back pain doctor Somerville NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan

20+

Years Experience

Back pain treatment Edison NJ near Somerville

Why Somerville Patients Choose Dr. Sharan for Back Pain

Approximately 25 minutes from Somerville via Route 287 North or Route 206 North

Conservative care first — surgery only when necessary

Awake surgery — regional anesthesia, no general anesthesia

Same-day discharge in most surgical cases

201 five-star Google reviews — 5.0 rating

Castle Connolly Top Doctor & NY Magazine Best Doctor

Fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases

Schedule a Consultation (732) 898-3950

Back Pain Causes Dr. Sharan Treats Near Somerville

Herniated and bulging discs
Spinal stenosis — narrowing causing leg pain or weakness
Sciatica — shooting pain from lower back through the leg
Degenerative disc disease
Pinched nerve — numbness, tingling, or weakness
Scoliosis — spinal curvature causing back pain
Chronic back pain

Non-Surgical Back Pain Treatments

Physical therapy and targeted rehabilitation

Anti-inflammatory medications and muscle relaxants

Epidural steroid injections for nerve-based pain

IV infusion therapy for inflammation

Activity modification and ergonomic guidance

Surgical Options When Needed

Awake lumbar spinal fusion — same-day discharge

Laminectomy & discectomy

ACDF — cervical disc removal and fusion

Minimally invasive spine surgery

FAQ — Back Pain Doctor Somerville NJ

Where can I find a back pain doctor near Somerville, NJ?

Approximately 25 minutes from Somerville at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820. Call (732) 898-3950. No referral needed.

When should I see a back pain doctor?

If your back pain has lasted more than 4–6 weeks, radiates into your leg, or is accompanied by numbness or weakness, schedule an evaluation. New Somerville patients are typically seen within 1–2 weeks.

What if I need back surgery?

Dr. Sharan performs surgery using regional anesthesia only — no general anesthesia. Most Somerville surgical patients go home the same day and recover in 2–4 weeks.

Dr. Sharan also serves as spine doctor for Somerville patients and offers minimally invasive spine surgery near Somerville. See our New Jersey spine doctor page for all communities served.