Summit Orthopedics emphasizes a conservative approach to spine care, recommending nonsurgical treatments whenever possible. However, surgery may be necessary for some conditions and injuries. If your specialist recommends spine surgery to treat your back or neck pain, our fellowship-trained surgeons have advanced training and expertise in leading-edge procedures.
About Spine Surgery
Some of the most common conditions that may require surgery include herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis and spinal fractures. Many procedures are a variation on spinal fusion surgery or spinal decompression surgery.
- Spinal fusion surgery: Also known as spinal arthrodesis, this procedure involves the surgical fusion of spinal vertebrae using bone grafts or metal rods to provide stability to a damaged spinal area, relieving pain and preventing further degeneration. Common types include spinal lumbar fusion for the lower back and cervical fusion for the neck.
- Spinal decompression surgery: This procedure relieves pressure on the spinal cord or nerves and includes laminectomy or discectomy.
Types of Spine Surgery at Summit Orthopedics
Summit Orthopedics offers the most common types of spinal surgery, including:
- Anterior cervical discectomy with fusion (ACDF)
- Cervical disc replacement
- Laminectomy decompression surgery
- Microdiscectomy
- Minimally invasive spine surgery
- Posterior cervical decompression and fusion (PCDF)
- Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF)
Whenever possible, our surgeons use minimally invasive techniques that can reduce postsurgical pain and shorten your recovery time. Certain procedures can now be done as an outpatient surgery, followed by a stay in our Care Suites instead of a hospital stay.
Understanding your surgical options and preparing for spine surgery can be daunting. Our team is here to guide you through every step, from initial consultation to postsurgical rehabilitation. Trust our expertise in spinal surgery to help you reclaim your mobility and quality of life.
If you have questions or concerns about spine surgery, Summit Orthopedics has answers. Contact us via our patient portal.
