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Non-Surgical Options



Following a complete and thorough examination, our specialists will often seek non-surgical therapies before recommending surgery. These may include:
 
The SpineZone System
 
This unique, medically based workout program offers a series of bio-mechanically precise exercise machines that help target, isolate and strengthen spinal muscle groups. This then promotes greater stability, flexibility and endurance. Exercise sessions are short, and you will begin to feel positive results at once. We provide specially trained therapists to supervise your workout under the guidance of our medical staff.

Other Non-surgical Options

  • Medication - depending on your symptoms, some medications can reduce swelling and the level of pain.
  • Injection Therapy - cortisone, nerve blocks, epidural steroid and trigger-point injections are only intended to provide enough relief so a patient is able to perform treatments and exercises that can improve the back problem.
  • Physical Therapy - our specialized therapists are skilled at assisting patients with increasing flexibility and strengthening muscles that support the spine. They may recommend active or passive modalities such as:
    • home exercise
    • ultrasound
    • acupuncture
    • electrical stimulation
    • aqua therapy
    • braces/orthotics
    • counseling
    • massage therapy
    • heat or ice treatment

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