Back and Spine

Initial Consultation

Back and spine patients typically begin their treatment plan by meeting with one of our physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians to evaluate whether non-surgical treatment options, such as physical therapy, medication, or injections can provide relief. If surgery is determined to be the best course of treatment, you will be referred to one of our surgeons, including neurosurgical and orthopedic surgical spine experts for specialized care.

Non-Surgical Care

Our medical spine specialists are board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, including peripheral nerve conditions, and work in collaboration with physical and occupational therapists, chiropractors, pain management physicians, as well as orthopedic specialists to develop a treatment plan that works for you. Initial evaluation will include a thorough examination and review of your medical history. Diagnostic exams such as X-ray or MRI may also be required.

Surgical Care

Our board-certified spine surgeons and neurosurgeons are specially trained in both minimally invasive and complex orthopedic spine and neurosurgery procedures, including treatment for peripheral nerve conditions. They work with patients to provide the safest and most effective care and collaborate to provide up-to-date treatment approaches.

Patients having back and spine surgery are cared for in our state-of-the-art surgery center and most go home from the hospital the same day. Our navigators and care team work closely with your family and caregivers to coordinate your visit. Those patients who require an overnight stay will enjoy spacious, private rooms at Salem Hospital with staff who are specially trained to care for orthopedic and spine patients. All of our surgical patients enjoy free valet parking and other amenities.

Back and Spine Conditions Treated:

• Neck and back pain
• Disc herniations and disc disease
• Spinal stenosis
• Work-related spinal injuries
• Spondylolisthesis
• Spinal fractures from osteoporosis and trauma
• Spinal cord compression
• Peripheral nerve disorders
• Spinal tumors
• Spinal infections
  

Minimally Invasive Surgical Treatments:

• Robotic surgery
• Microdiscectomy
• Artificial disc replacement
• Spine fusions

Read our physician Q&A about spine care at Salem Hospital

Our Back and Spine Navigator

If you need surgery, you will work with our Orthopedic and Spine Navigator, who will guide you through every step of your preparation, procedure and recovery and make the surgery experience easier for you and your family.