Pain Management Information
Advanced Spine and Pain Center is an interventional spine and pain practice in San Antonio, Texas, with offices in the South Texas Medical Center area and Stone Oak. Led by Ellen W. Lin, MD, the practice takes a non-opiate approach, using minimally invasive procedures and advanced technologies to relieve back, neck, joint and nerve pain.
Non-Opiate Spine & Pain Treatment in San Antonio, TX
The team focuses on outpatient procedures that address the source of pain, from basivertebral nerve ablation and disc biologics to neuromodulation and fracture repair, with the aim of restoring function without long-term opioid use.
Treatments & Procedures Offered
- Spine Procedures: Epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, the mild procedure for lumbar spinal stenosis, Intracept basivertebral nerve ablation and VIA Disc.
- Neuromodulation: Spinal cord stimulation and peripheral nerve stimulation.
- Fracture Care: Kyphoplasty for painful vertebral compression fractures.
- Tendon & Joint Care: TenJet tendon treatment and therapies for chronic knee and foot pain.
Conditions Treated
Back pain, leg pain, chronic knee pain, foot pain, fibromyalgia, migraines, numbness, cancer pain and other chronic pain conditions.
Medical Team & San Antonio Location
- Lead Physician: Ellen W. Lin, MD (Board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Management)
- Also Practicing: Rachel Xu, MD and Enrique J. Rodriguez Jr., PA-C
- San Antonio Office: 21 Spurs Lane, Suite 240, San Antonio, TX 78240
- Stone Oak Office: 255 E Sonterra Blvd, Suite 203, San Antonio, TX 78258
- Phone: (210) 690-0777
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Website: advancedpaindoc.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does Advanced Spine and Pain Center prescribe opioids?
The practice describes its approach as non-opiate, focusing on minimally invasive procedures led by Dr. Ellen Lin, MD.
Does the practice accept insurance?
The practice states that it accepts most insurance plans. Call (210) 690-0777 to verify your coverage.
Where are the offices?
The Medical Center office is at 21 Spurs Lane, Suite 240, San Antonio, TX 78240, and a second office is at 255 E Sonterra Blvd, Suite 203 in Stone Oak.


