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Top 6 Pain Management Clinics in Amman 2026
If you are searching for the best pain management clinics in Amman, this page lists six profiles that publish pain-related services in the capital. They include dedicated pain physicians and larger outpatient and cancer-care centres. The order reflects a published profile-completeness score, not treatment quality. Use it to compare services, locations and opening hours, then confirm details directly with the clinic before you book.
At a glance
| # | Clinic | Area | Suits | Profile score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics | Arjan | Joint, bone or spine pain needing an orthopaedic opinion | 54/100 |
| 2 | Dr Saleh Atiyah Interventional Pain Clinic | Fifth Circle | Back, neck, nerve pain or headaches when exploring interventional options | 38/100 |
| 3 | Dr Mohammad Bushnaq Pain Management Clinic | Tla' Al Ali | Long-term nerve pain, fibromyalgia or medication review near Tla' Al-Ali | 35/100 |
| 4 | King Hussein Cancer Center | Jubaiha | Cancer patients seeking pain and palliative support within cancer care | 34/100 |
| 5 | Dr. Samer Abdel Aziz Clinic | Shmeisani | Back, neck, joint or nerve pain assessment in Shmeisani | 29/100 |
| 6 | Dr. Ihsan Fahmi Shanti Clinic | Fifth Circle | Chronic spine or other long-term pain needing a specialist review | 29/100 |
1Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics
Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics are at the intersection of Jordan Street and Istiklal Street, in the Arjan area. This is a multi-specialty outpatient service rather than a dedicated pain clinic. Its pain-related services include spine assessment, orthopaedic and joint surgery consultation, foot and ankle assessment, and ankle and small-joint injections, alongside fracture care, knee and hip replacement and ligament surgery. The 12 linked doctors include orthopaedic surgeons such as Raed Ibrahim Al-Odat and Mazen Kurdieh, as well as urologists. Arab Orient Insurance is listed. Reception hours are Saturday to Thursday, 08:00–16:00, and outpatient reception confirms the floor and consulting room.
Suits: Joint, bone or spine pain needing an orthopaedic opinion
2Dr Saleh Atiyah Interventional Pain Clinic
Dr Saleh Atiyah's clinic is at Arab Medical Center on Khalil Mari Street, in the Fifth Circle area. It focuses on acute and chronic pain and headache medicine, covering back, neck, joint and nerve pain and headaches. Published services include pain assessment and management planning, nerve blocks, facet joint and epidural injections, radiofrequency procedures and ultrasound-guided injections. The description also mentions X-ray-guided interventions, chosen after assessment. Consultations review your medical history and previous investigations and explain the options before any procedure is arranged. Chronic pain follow-up is offered. Hours are Saturday to Thursday, 09:00–17:00.
Suits: Back, neck, nerve pain or headaches when exploring interventional options
Sign in to the platform to view the phone number1 doctorHours not listedInsurance not specified3Dr Mohammad Bushnaq Pain Management Clinic
Dr Mohammad Bushnaq's clinic in Tla' Al-Ali offers chronic pain assessment, pain management and palliative care. Its advertised areas include neuropathic pain, back, neck, joint, shoulder and tendon pain, headaches, post-herpetic pain and fibromyalgia. Services include pain medication follow-up and review, ultrasound-guided injections, and nerve, joint and tendon pain follow-up. Radiofrequency procedures are offered when suitable. Treatment and follow-up are discussed according to the diagnosis and the patient's needs. Hours are Saturday to Wednesday, 09:00–17:00, and Thursday, 09:00–14:00.
Suits: Long-term nerve pain, fibromyalgia or medication review near Tla' Al-Ali
Sign in to the platform to view the phone number1 doctorHours not listedInsurance not specified4King Hussein Cancer Center
King Hussein Cancer Center, in Jubeiha, provides cancer care for children and adults. Its multidisciplinary team covers diagnosis, treatment, surgery, follow-up and palliative support. It is not a general pain clinic. It is relevant here for people whose pain is linked to cancer or its treatment. Among the 12 linked doctors are anaesthesia and intensive care specialists Ahmad Arraqap and Ashraf Darwish, oncologist Ayah Erjan and orthopaedic doctor Ahmad Shehadeh. New patient appointments are arranged through Patient Affairs. Existing patients coordinate follow-up with the patient communication office. Listed hours are Saturday to Thursday, 10:00–17:00.
Suits: Cancer patients seeking pain and palliative support within cancer care
Sign in to the platform to view the phone number127 doctorsHours not listedInsurance not specified5Dr. Samer Abdel Aziz Clinic
Dr Samer Abdel Aziz practises pain medicine and anaesthesiology from a clinic in Shmeisani. According to his profile, he holds American board certifications in both fields. The clinic evaluates back, neck, joint and nerve pain, and considers conservative care and appropriate interventions for each case. Published services are a pain-medicine consultation, assessment of symptoms and investigations, and treatment-plan follow-up. Hours are Saturday to Thursday, 09:00–15:00, so plan for a morning or early-afternoon visit.
Suits: Back, neck, joint or nerve pain assessment in Shmeisani
Sign in to the platform to view the phone number1 doctorHours not listedInsurance not specified6Dr. Ihsan Fahmi Shanti Clinic
Dr Ihsan Fahmi Shanti is a pain physician and the founder of the American Clinic for Interventional Pain and Spine in Amman. His clinic lists a Fifth Circle address. His profile states that his training includes anaesthesiology and a pain-management fellowship. Consultations assess chronic pain and review investigations, follow-up needs and potential interventions. Published services are a pain-medicine consultation, assessment of symptoms and investigations, and treatment-plan follow-up. Hours are Saturday to Thursday, 09:00–16:00.
Suits: Chronic spine or other long-term pain needing a specialist review
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This shortlist covers 6 of the 8 matching clinics on ClinicsJo. Browse the full list and filter it.
How we chose this list
Every matching clinic profile in this area was scored out of 100 for how complete and checkable its published information is, and the highest scores appear here in order. Featured placement does not change a profile's score, and the score does not measure treatment quality or outcomes — it tells you how much you can check before you call.
- Profile verified by the platform15
- Approved reviews (number and average)20
- Written clinic description8
- Logo and photos10
- Published services10
- Doctors linked to the clinic10
- Listed insurers7
- Confirmed opening hours8
- Map location5
- Years since establishment (up to 20)5
- Official website or account2
Ties are broken by the number of approved reviews, then published years of experience. Confirm the service, branch, appointment, fees and insurance coverage with the practice before visiting.
When do you need a pain management specialist?
Pain management, also called pain medicine, focuses on pain that lasts, keeps coming back or does not settle with first-line care. Pain physicians often train first in anaesthesiology. They assess where the pain comes from, review scans and earlier treatment, and build a plan. That plan may combine medication review, physiotherapy, lifestyle advice and, for some people, image-guided injections or radiofrequency procedures.
Common reasons people are referred include:
- Back or neck pain lasting more than a few weeks, with or without pain spreading down an arm or leg
- Nerve (neuropathic) pain, such as burning or electric-shock pain, or pain after shingles
- Joint, shoulder or tendon pain that limits daily activity
- Recurring headaches that disrupt work or sleep
- Widespread pain such as fibromyalgia
- Pain related to cancer or its treatment, often managed alongside palliative care
Consider booking a visit if pain has lasted around three months, if it stops you working, sleeping or moving normally, or if you are relying on painkillers more than you would like. A family doctor or specialist can help decide whether a pain clinic is the right next step.
Warning signs that need urgent care
Do not wait for a clinic appointment if you notice any of the following. Call 911 or go to an emergency department:
- Back pain with new loss of bladder or bowel control, or numbness around the groin or buttocks
- New weakness or numbness in the legs or arms
- Back pain with fever, or after a fall or accident
- A sudden, severe headache, or a headache with confusion, a stiff neck, fainting, weakness or speech problems
- Chest pain, or pain with shortness of breath
Persistent pain with unexplained weight loss or night sweats also needs prompt review by a doctor. So does new pain if you have a history of cancer.
How to choose among the clinics here
The six profiles are quite different, so start with your situation rather than the order of the list.
- Dedicated pain clinic or wider service? Four profiles belong to individual pain physicians. Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics is an orthopaedic-led outpatient service, which may suit pain clearly linked to a joint, fracture or the spine. King Hussein Cancer Center is relevant mainly if your pain is connected to cancer care.
- Match the services to your problem. Some profiles describe specific procedures, such as nerve blocks, facet joint and epidural injections, and radiofrequency treatment. Others describe consultation and treatment-plan follow-up more generally. If you have a specific condition, such as fibromyalgia or post-herpetic pain, look for a profile that names it.
- Ask how decisions are made. Good practice is to assess first and to discuss conservative options and risks before any procedure. Several profiles say this explicitly. Ask whether imaging is used to guide injections and what follow-up looks like.
- Think about the long term. Chronic pain usually needs repeat visits. Choose a location and opening hours you can keep up with over months, not just for one appointment.
- Read the profile, not the rank. People searching for the best pain management clinics in Amman often assume the top entry is the strongest. Here, the order reflects how complete each profile is, not clinical results.
What to expect at the first visit
A first pain consultation is mostly about information. The doctor will usually ask where the pain is, when it started, what makes it better or worse, and how it affects sleep, mood, work and movement. A physical and neurological examination is common. You may leave with a plan rather than a procedure on the same day.
Bring:
- Recent imaging reports and the images themselves, such as X-ray, MRI or CT, on disc or in an app if available
- Blood test results and letters from other doctors
- A full list of your medicines and doses, including over-the-counter painkillers and supplements
- Information about any blood thinners, diabetes or allergies, as these matter for injections
- A short pain diary covering a week or two, if you can manage it
Questions worth asking:
- What do you think is causing my pain, and how sure are we?
- What are the non-procedure options, and what can I do myself?
- If you suggest an injection, what is it for, what are the risks, and how will we judge whether it helped?
- Will I need someone to drive me home after a procedure?
- How often will follow-up be, and who do I contact if things get worse?
Do not stop or change prescribed medicines before the visit unless a doctor tells you to.
Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment
Call the clinic before you go, and confirm:
- The consultation fee, and whether follow-up visits are charged differently
- Whether procedures such as injections or radiofrequency treatment are priced separately, and whether you need prior approval
- Whether your insurer is accepted for both the consultation and any procedure. Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics lists Arab Orient Insurance. For any clinic, check with your insurer what is covered and whether a referral is required
- Whether you need a referral letter. For King Hussein Cancer Center, new patient appointments go through Patient Affairs
- How long you may wait for an appointment and for any procedure date
No listed clinic shows Friday hours, so plan Saturday to Thursday visits.
Getting there
Amman is large, and traffic at peak times can turn a short distance into a long drive, so allow extra time. Dr Mohammad Bushnaq's clinic is in Tla' Al-Ali, Dr Samer Abdel Aziz's clinic is in Shmeisani, and King Hussein Cancer Center is in Jubeiha. The remaining clinics show their area in their entries above. Ask the clinic for exact directions, the building and floor, and parking options when you book. If a procedure is planned, arrange for someone to take you home, as you may be advised not to drive afterwards.
Checklist before you book
- Pain has lasted several weeks or more, or is limiting daily life, and you have no urgent warning signs
- You have checked that the clinic's listed services match your type of pain
- Your imaging, test results and medicine list are gathered
- You have confirmed the fee, insurance cover and any referral requirement
- The opening hours fit your schedule for repeat visits
- You know how to reach the clinic, and you have a lift home if a procedure is possible
- You have written down your main questions
- You know to call 911 for red-flag symptoms
Frequently asked questions
How was this list of pain management clinics chosen?
The six profiles were selected from eight on the platform that cover pain management in Amman. They are ordered by a 100-point score of how complete and checkable each profile's information is. The score covers items such as a written description, published services, linked doctors, listed insurers, confirmed hours and map location. Featured profiles appear first with a badge. The order does not measure treatment quality or outcomes.
Which is the best pain management clinic in Amman?
No ranking can tell you which clinic will suit you. When people look for the best pain management clinics in Amman, the most useful step is matching a clinic's services to their own condition. Check the clinic's location and hours too. Then ask about its approach at the first visit. This list is ordered by profile completeness, not by results, so read each entry before deciding.
What does a pain management doctor actually do?
A pain physician assesses long-lasting or difficult pain, reviews your history and scans, and builds a plan. That plan may include medication review, physiotherapy, self-management advice and, for some people, image-guided injections, nerve blocks or radiofrequency procedures. Many pain physicians trained first in anaesthesiology. The aim is usually better function and quality of life, not only lower pain scores.
Are nerve blocks and spinal injections right for me?
That can only be decided after an assessment. Injections can help some types of back, neck, joint or nerve pain, but not every condition, and all procedures carry risks. Ask the doctor what the injection targets, what the risks are, and how you will both judge whether it worked. Also ask what the alternatives are. Tell the clinic about any blood thinners, diabetes or allergies beforehand.
Do I need a referral to see a pain specialist in Amman?
Many private pain clinics accept direct bookings, but your insurer may require a referral or prior approval, especially for procedures. Cancer centres often have their own intake route. At King Hussein Cancer Center, new patients book through Patient Affairs. Call both the clinic and your insurer before the visit to avoid surprises.
Are these clinics open on Saturdays?
Yes. All six profiles list Saturday hours, and their weeks run from Saturday to Thursday. Start and finish times vary. For example, Dr Samer Abdel Aziz's clinic closes at 15:00, and Dr Mohammad Bushnaq's clinic closes at 14:00 on Thursdays. None lists Friday hours. Confirm the time when you book, as hours can change around holidays.
When should I go to the emergency department instead of a pain clinic?
Call 911 or go to emergency for any of these: back pain with loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the groin, or new leg weakness. The same applies to pain with fever or after an accident. A sudden severe headache, or a headache with confusion, a stiff neck or weakness, also needs emergency care. So does chest pain, or pain with breathlessness. A pain clinic is for ongoing pain, not emergencies.
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This page helps you compare published profiles; it is not medical advice and does not rank clinical skill. In an emergency call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.