Midwest Anesthesia & Pain Specialists

Midwest Anesthesia & Pain Specialists The largest and most innovative interventional pain management practice in the Chicago area.
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Midwest Anesthesia and Pain Specialists (MAPS) is a Chicago based medical practice specializing in the fields of both anesthesiology and interventional pain medicine. Founders Darrel Saldanha MD, Thomas Pontinen MD, and Andrei Rakic MD are all double board certified in the fields of both anesthesiology and interventional pain medicine. Now with seven locations, MAPS is the largest and most innovative interventional pain practice in the Chicagoland area.

Medication Safety Week: April 1-7 💊Medication errors can happen to anyone. This week, prioritize your health and safety...
04/03/2026

Medication Safety Week: April 1-7 💊

Medication errors can happen to anyone. This week, prioritize your health and safety by following these tips:

🔹 Follow instructions: Take medications exactly as prescribed

🔹 Check labels: Make sure you know the dose, timing, and purpose

🔹 Keep a list: Track all prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines

🔹 Ask questions: Verify with your providers

🔹 Store safely: Keep medications out of reach of children and in a cool and dry area

At MAPS, your safety is our priority. Our providers are here to answer your questions and review your medications.

👉 If this post was helpful, like and share to remind others of the importance of medication safety.

Waking Up at Night from Sciatica? ⚡Sciatica may worsen at night, often due to increased spinal pressure, inflammation, a...
03/31/2026

Waking Up at Night from Sciatica? ⚡

Sciatica may worsen at night, often due to increased spinal pressure, inflammation, and certain sleeping positions.

Our blog covers:

✔️Why sciatica can worsen at night
✔️How reduced daytime distractions make pain feel more intense
✔️How certain sleep positions may increase nerve compression
✔️ How targeted non-surgical treatments can reduce pain and improve sleep quality

At MAPS Centers for Pain Control, our specialists assess the cause of your sciatica and develop personalized, non-surgical treatment plans to help you achieve lasting pain relief.

👉Read the full blog to learn how MAPS Centers for Pain Control can help you find relief from sciatic pain.

https://www.mwpain.com/sciatica-at-night-why-pain-gets-worse-when-you-lie-down/

National Doctors’ Day ⚕️At MAPS, we honor and celebrate the dedication, expertise, and compassion of our physicians. Tha...
03/30/2026

National Doctors’ Day ⚕️

At MAPS, we honor and celebrate the dedication, expertise, and compassion of our physicians. Thank you for your commitment to exceptional patient care and for making a meaningful difference in the lives of MAPS patients every day.

03/27/2026

Pain is personal. Your treatment plan should be too.

At MAPS, this is what our patients have come to expect. Your first appointment includes:

✔️ Consultation: Discuss your concerns and overall health

✔️ History: Review past medical history and assess pain severity

✔️ Physical Exam: Identify the source of your pain

✔️ Counseling: Understand where your pain is stemming from

✔️ Treatment options: Dr. Shukla will recommend options based on your evaluation

✔️ Treatment decision: You and Dr.Shukla choose the best plan together

Ready to find lasting pain relief? At MAPS, care is built around you.

Schedule a consultation with a MAPS back pain specialist in Chicago:
https://www.mwpain.com/contact-us/

Tired of Lower Back Pain? 💤 Lower back pain in the lumbar spine is a common pain condition. Whether from pinched nerves ...
03/26/2026

Tired of Lower Back Pain? 💤

Lower back pain in the lumbar spine is a common pain condition. Whether from pinched nerves to poor posture, it can limit mobility and daily living.

At MAPS Centers for Pain Control, our specialists assess the source of your lower back pain and develop personalized, non-surgical treatment plans to help you find lasting pain relief.

Our blog covers:

✔️Understanding what lower back pain is
✔️Recognize key symptoms
✔️Non-Surgical Treatment options
✔️Restore mobility

Read the full blog to learn how MAPS Centers for Pain Control can help you find lower back pain relief:
https://www.mwpain.com/lower-back-pain-causes-symptoms-and-treatment-options/

Looking to Pinpoint Your Back Pain? 🎯Back pain isn’t a diagnosis; it’s a symptom, and it rarely has a single, simple cau...
03/25/2026

Looking to Pinpoint Your Back Pain? 🎯

Back pain isn’t a diagnosis; it’s a symptom, and it rarely has a single, simple cause.

At MAPS Centers for Pain Control, diagnosing the source of back pain before recommending any treatment is essential to effective care.
Common Triggers of Back Pain:

🔹Disc degeneration and spinal arthritis
🔹Pinched nerves, including sciatica and radiculopathy
🔹Poor posture
🔹Injuries from falls

👉 Read the full blog to learn how MAPS can help you find back pain relief.

https://www.mwpain.com/what-causes-back-pain-common-triggers-you-shouldnt-ignore/

Back Pain? Don’t Ignore These Signs 🚨Back pain affects millions of people, and its impact can vary widely. For some, it ...
03/24/2026

Back Pain? Don’t Ignore These Signs 🚨

Back pain affects millions of people, and its impact can vary widely. For some, it is a mild discomfort, while for others, it can make routine activities challenging.

Symptoms such as soreness, sharp pain, and tingling that radiate down the legs may indicate underlying issues, including poor posture, injury, or medical conditions. Identifying these symptoms early can reduce the risk of complications and support recovery.

✔️Common back pain symptoms include:

• Muscle aches and soreness- general discomfort
• Numbness or tingling, pins and needles sensation in your back or legs
• Sharp, stabbing pain- intense pain in specific areas
• Stiffness- tightness or difficulty moving
• Sciatica-pain radiating down one or both legs from pinched nerves

If you’re experiencing back pain symptoms, take control of your health and schedule an appointment today at MAPS: https://www.mwpain.com/make-an-appointment/

Is Back Pain Stopping You from Living Your Life? 🛑Back pain is common and can make everyday movement difficult. At MAP...
03/24/2026

Is Back Pain Stopping You from Living Your Life? 🛑

Back pain is common and can make everyday movement difficult.

At MAPS Centers for Pain Control in Chicago, we specialize in non-surgical treatments that target the source of back pain and give you lasting pain relief.

Common Causes of Back Pain:

• Degenerative disc disease and arthritis
• Pinched Nerves
• Poor posture
• Injury from falls

Our blog includes:

✔️ A comprehensive evaluation to pinpoint the cause of back pain

✔️ Evidence-based, non-surgical treatment options

✔️ Posture correction, muscle strengthening

✔️ Long-term relief supports an active lifestyle

👉Read the full blog to learn how MAPS can help you find back pain relief.

https://www.mwpain.com/back-pain-relief-in-chicago-causes-symptoms-and-non-surgical-treatment-options/

MAPS Team Member Highlight: Daniel Juarez, PA-C 🌟Daniel is a patient-centered, board-certified Physician Assistant. He ...
03/20/2026

MAPS Team Member Highlight: Daniel Juarez, PA-C 🌟

Daniel is a patient-centered, board-certified Physician Assistant. He earned his Master’s from Charleston Southern University and graduated with honors from the University of Illinois.

Before becoming a PA, Daniel served as an EMT for the Kane County Cougars and Superior Ambulance during the pandemic, supporting emergency response at his alma mater, the University of Illinois.

Daniel uses evidence-based medicine and is dedicated to providing personalized care while ensuring his patients fully understand the reasoning for their medical interventions.

When he’s not caring for patients, Daniel enjoys playing golf, cheering for Chicago sports, and hanging out with family and friends!

Schedule your consultation with our pain specialists at MAPS Centers for Pain Control today: https://www.mwpain.com/make-an-appointment/

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the MAPS team! ☘️Wishing our patients and their families a luck-filled day in good health. ...
03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the MAPS team! ☘️

Wishing our patients and their families a luck-filled day in good health. Our providers feel fortunate to care for you and value the opportunity to support your well-being every day.

03/14/2026

When someone says, “My back hurts,” Dr. Shukla usually has one question:

Which part?

Your spine isn’t one big structure; it’s three:
• Cervical (neck)
• Thoracic (mid-back)
• Lumbar (low back)

And most of the time? It’s the lumbar spine causing the trouble.

That lower back pain could be:
✔ Wear and tear over time
✔ A pinched nerve sending pain down the leg
✔ Or an injury from a fall or accident

Back pain has a source. The key is figuring out which structure is responsible.

Learn more: https://www.mwpain.com/back-pain/

Stiff Neck, Headaches, or Pain Radiating to Your Arms? 💢These symptoms may signal more than tension. Identifying whether...
03/12/2026

Stiff Neck, Headaches, or Pain Radiating to Your Arms? 💢

These symptoms may signal more than tension. Identifying whether it's muscular, structural, or neurological is key to real relief.

✔️ Common neck symptoms we treat:

🔹 Stiffness
🔹 Headaches
🔹 Radiating pain
🔹 Numbness/tingling

At MAPS Centers for Pain Control, our specialists assess the source of your neck pain symptoms and create personalized, non-surgical treatment plans to restore comfort and prevent long-term complications.

Read the full blog on the MAPS website to learn more:
https://www.mwpain.com/neck-pain-symptoms-explained-stiffness-headaches-and-radiating-pain/

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9680 Golf Road
Des Plaines, IL
60016

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