Atención de la columna vertebral
Los médicos de columna vertebral, que pueden ser ortopedistas o neurocirujanos, diagnostican y tratan problemas relacionados con la columna vertebral. Estos profesionales pueden ayudar con el tratamiento del dolor de cuello y espalda, así como con el tratamiento de lesiones, traumatismos y enfermedades relacionadas con la columna vertebral. Es posible que deba ver a un especialista en columna vertebral si tiene hernia de disco, daño en los nervios, dolor en el nervio ciático o dolor de espalda crónico.
Neck, back and spine surgeons in Blacksburg, Virginia
Our nonsurgical and surgical spine treatments improve your mobility and comfort.
At LewisGale Hospital Montgomery, our spine care team provides skilled, orthopedic care for your back and neck. We diagnose your condition to find the solution that improves function and range of motion.
Spine conditions and injuries we treat
The spine is a complex system of tissues, bones and nerves that can be affected by many conditions. We treat a wide range of these issues, including:
- Degenerative disc disease
- Herniated discs
- Myelopathy
- Osteoarthritis
- Spine fractures
- Spine infections (osteomyelitis)
- Spinal stenosis
Orthopedic and neurological spine care we provide
We work hard to provide healthcare that is designed specifically for you. That's why we offer both minimally invasive procedures and traditional surgical treatment methods.
Nonsurgical and minimally invasive spine care
When possible, our spine specialists will use nonsurgical or minimally invasive treatments to address your condition. These methods include spinal injections, nerve stimulation and radiofrequency ablation. Should you need an advanced therapy approach, we can consult with physical therapy and rehabilitation specialists as well.
Surgical spine care
When a surgical approach is necessary, our experienced spine surgeons and support staff will be with you every step of the way. They provide presurgical education and postsurgical care to give you a smooth, comfortable recovery.
Spine surgeries we perform include:
- Discectomy/microdiscectomy — removes all or part of the disc or the cushion between the vertebrae
- Kyphoplasty — treats spinal fractures by using a balloon filled with medical cement to create space, helping to ease pain and restore height
- Laminectomy or laminotomy — involves removing the part of the backbone that covers the spinal canal to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves and is often performed with spinal fusion surgery
- Spinal fusion — increases spine stability by joining two vertebrae with bone grafts and, sometimes, implants, such as rods and screws