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Spine Surgery

Spine Surgery, including Degenerative Conditions, Tumors, Trauma, and Deformity

Various conditions may affect the spine. Osteoarthritis, tumors, herniated discs, ruptured discs, slipped discs, and stenosis can cause pain and immobility.  Trauma or congenital deformities may require initial treatment and additional treatments over time. 

The symptoms of some spinal conditions can be relieved with medications, bracing, and rehabilitation therapy.  Surgery is recommended when non-surgical methods have provided minimal or no improvement of your symptoms.  Surgery may be required in cases where a nerve or the spinal cord is directly pressed and causing considerable loss of function.  Our surgeons employ the latest advancements in the field and have several sophisticated options to for spine surgery. 

Please visit our patient education library for more information on spine surgery, degenerative conditions, tumors, trauma, and deformity.

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