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  • Back PainAt some point in their lives, four out of five Americans experience back pain. Our specialists have dedicated their careers to helping patients find relief from back pain.
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  • Cauda Equina SyndromeCauda equina syndrome is a serious nerve root compression that’s considered a surgical emergency. It causes incontinence, leg pain, lower back pain and more.
  • Cervical FusionThe broader term for any surgery that joins two or more vertebrae in the neck.
  • Chiari MalformationA structural defect in the cerebellum that causes a portion of the posterior brain to be compressed and protrude into the spinal canal.
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  • Degenerative Disk DiseaseA very common spinal condition in which the disks that cushion the vertebrae gradually change over time.
  • DiscectomyA surgical procedure that removes a segment of the spinal disc that is compressing nearby nerves and causing pain.
  • DiscographyA diagnostic imaging test that evaluates spinal disks by injecting contrast dye to identify pain sources or disk abnormalities.
  • Disk ReplacementA surgical procedure in which a damaged spinal disk is removed and replaced with an artificial device designed to preserve motion and maintain spacing between vertebrae.
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  • Herniated DiskA condition in which the outer ring of a spinal vertebrae is damaged, causing pain, numbness or weakness in the arms or legs.
  • Herniated Disk SurgerySurgery for herniated disks typically involves the removal of the portion of the disc that has herniated and is irritating the nerve.
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  • LaminectomyA surgical procedure that removes part of the vertebra (lamina) to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
  • Laminoplasty A surgical procedure that reshapes or repositions the vertebral lamina to relieve spinal cord pressure while preserving stability.
  • LaminotomyA minimally invasive spine surgical procedure in which a small portion of the lamina, the back portion of the vertebra is removed, to relieve nerve pain in the arms and legs without the need for spinal fusion or implants.
  • Lumbar FusionA procedure that joins two or more vertebrae in the lower back to reduce pain, improve stability and treat conditions such as degenerative disc disease or spinal instability.
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  • MicrodiscectomyMicroendoscopic discectomy is similar to endoscopic discectomy in that it utilizes a small camera to see and operate on the affected disk.
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)A surgical approach that uses small incisions, advanced imaging and specialized instruments to access and treat spinal conditions while minimizing muscle damage compared to traditional open procedures.
  • MyelopathyA condition that occurs when pressure on the spinal cord affects how it works.
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  • Neck PainMuscle stiffness, numbness, weakness and discomfort in the tissues of the neck.
  • Neuropathic PainThis condition occurs when damaged nerve fibers send incorrect signals to pain centers in the brain, resulting in chronic pain.
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  • Pedicle Screw OsteotomyA complex procedure used to correct spinal deformities such as kyphosis. The surgeon accesses the spine through the back of the body and reshapes the spine to reduce abnormal curvature and improve alignment and balance.
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  • RadiculopathyA condition caused by a compressed or irritated nerve root in the spine causing pain, numbness or weakness that travels away from your spine, such as down your arm or leg.
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  • SciaticaPain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, usually from the lower back down one leg, often caused by nerve compression.
  • ScoliosisThe spine is twisted side-to-side in a C or S shape, or it is rotated out of normal alignment.
  • SpasticityA muscle control condition in which there is an abnormal increase in the stiffness or tone of the muscles, interfering with movement or speech.
  • Spinal Cord InjuryDamage to the bundle of nerves and nerve fibers that sends and receives signals from the brain.
  • Spinal DeformityUnnatural curvature of the spine. 
  • Spinal Fracture A break or crack in the vertebrae, often caused by trauma, osteoporosis or disease.
  • Spinal FusionA surgical procedure that permanently joins two or more vertebrae, eliminating motion at that segment to improve stability and reduce pain.
  • Spinal OsteotomyDuring this procedure, used to correct severe spinal deformities, sections of bone are cut and realigned to restore proper spinal balance and posture before stabilization.
  • Spinal StenosisNarrowing of the spinal canal, which can compress nerves and cause pain, numbness or weakness, usually in the neck or lower back.
  • Spinal TumorsGrowths that originate or spread to the spinal canal or the bones of the spine.
  • SpineOur spine specialists collaborate with neurologists, neuroradiologists, orthopedic surgeons, pain management specialists and rehabilitation experts to provide the most accurate diagnosis for your spinal condition.
  • Spondylolisthesis (Slipped Vertebra)Also known as a slipped vertebra, spondylolisthesis occurs when one vertebra shifts forward over the vertebra beneath it.
  • SpondylosisAge-related spine degeneration that may cause pain, stiffness and reduced mobility.
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  • TorticollisA condition where neck muscles contract involuntarily, causing the head to twist or tilt to one side.
  • Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)A surgical procedure to alleviate nerve compression in which a portion of the damaged or diseased disk is removed through a posterior (back) incision.
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