Neurocritical Care

Spine care addresses a wide range of conditions and injuries affecting the spine, including degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, spinal fractures, scoliosis, and spinal cord injuries. Spine specialists diagnose these conditions using advanced imaging studies, neurological assessments, and functional evaluations, tailoring treatment plans to each patient's unique needs and goals.

• Degenerative Disc Disease and Spinal Stenosis: Degenerative disc disease and spinal stenosis are common age-related conditions characterized by the gradual breakdown of spinal discs and narrowing of the spinal canal, leading to compression of spinal nerves and spinal cord. Spine specialists employ conservative treatments such as physical therapy, medications, and epidural injections to manage symptoms and improve spinal function. In cases where conservative measures are insufficient, surgical interventions such as laminectomy, discectomy, or spinal fusion may be recommended to decompress nerves and stabilize the spine.
• Herniated Discs and Sciatica: Herniated discs occur when the soft inner core of a spinal disc protrudes through the tough outer layer, irritating nearby nerves and causing symptoms such as back pain, leg pain, and numbness. Spine specialists utilize conservative treatments such as rest, pain medications, and physical therapy to alleviate symptoms and promote healing. For persistent or severe cases, surgical options such as microdiscectomy or endoscopic discectomy may be considered to remove the herniated disc fragment and relieve nerve compression.
• Spinal Fractures and Trauma: Spinal fractures can result from trauma, osteoporosis, or degenerative changes in the spine, leading to pain, instability, and neurological deficits. Spine specialists assess spinal fractures using imaging studies and neurological evaluations, providing tailored treatment plans based on fracture severity, location, and associated symptoms. Treatment options may include bracing, pain management, minimally invasive fracture stabilization, or surgical interventions such as vertebral augmentation or spinal fusion to restore spinal alignment and stability.
• Scoliosis and Spinal Deformities: Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that can develop during childhood or adolescence, affecting spinal alignment, posture, and breathing function. Spine specialists diagnose scoliosis using physical exams and imaging studies, offering nonsurgical treatments such as bracing, spinal manipulation, and therapeutic exercises to manage curvature progression and symptoms. In cases of severe or progressive scoliosis, surgical interventions such as spinal fusion with instrumentation may be recommended to correct spinal alignment and prevent further curvature progression.
• Spinal Cord Injuries and Rehabilitation: Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) result from trauma or disease affecting the spinal cord, leading to paralysis, sensory loss, and functional impairments. Spine specialists collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide acute care, rehabilitative interventions, and long-term management strategies for patients with SCIs. Rehabilitation programs focus on maximizing functional independence, mobility, and quality of life through physical therapy, occupational therapy, assistive devices, and adaptive technologies, empowering patients to achieve optimal recovery and community reintegration.