Spine Surgery

Spine surgery at Salem Hospital

North Shore patients requiring spine surgery or back pain surgery will find world-class care at Salem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham. Salem Hospital is the largest provider in the region, with hospital and physician practices as well as urgent care clinics throughout the area.

Our neurosurgery physicians perform a broad range of spine surgery procedures, including minimally invasive and complex surgery for adult patients. Our spine specialists work closely with patients and collaborate with other neurological specialists to craft treatment plans that are tailored for the specific situation of each patient.

Consultation with a back and spine specialist is available through two practices located in Peabody, MA. 

Spine surgery procedures performed by Salem Hospital specialists.

Our spine surgery specialists perform a variety of neurosurgery procedures. Minimally invasive spine surgery includes:

• Spinal stenosis treatment, which involves inserting a device into the back to help with the pain of spinal stenosis. Microsurgical decompression, where a portion of the laminar roof over the spinal canal is removed to relieve pinched or compressed nerves.
• Microdiscectomy surgery to remove a portion of a herniated lumbar disc to relieve pressure on a spinal nerve.

Complex spine surgery procedures include:

• Computer guided surgery
• Kyphoplasty for osteoporotic compression fractures
• Artificial disc replacement

Spine surgery for sports injuries

We also offer spine surgery and nonsurgical alternatives for sports-related injuries and conditions. Our spine surgery specialists provide surgical and nonsurgical care to help restore function, reduce discomfort and prevent further injury. Alternatives to spine surgery may include education, physical therapy, aquatic therapy, ultrasounds, spinal injections, medication, and exercise.