It’s important to explore all of your options before deciding whether or not to have Back-Surgery. Finding the right spinal surgeon can be a daunting task, but working with an orthopedic spine specialist can make all the difference. The decision to undergo spine surgery is a serious one and requires careful consideration and planning.

Many factors such as pain, mobility, and quality of life must be taken into account before opting for surgery. By consulting with an orthopedic spine specialist, you can arm yourself with the tools and knowledge necessary to make an informed decision about your spinal health. With the right guidance and expertise, you can achieve a happier, healthier life free from back pain.

If you’re experiencing debilitating pain or discomfort in your neck or back, you may be wondering if spine surgery is necessary. While many conditions can benefit from non-surgical treatment, certain spinal conditions might require surgical intervention. These conditions may include:

• Neck injury
• Pinched nerve
• Arthritis
• Spondylolisthesis
• Myelopathy
• Myofascial pain syndrome
• Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
• Herniated disc
• Spinal cord injuries
• Scoliosis
• Stenosis
• Degenerative disc disease
• Spine fractures
• Radiculopathy
• Spondylosis
• Kyphosis

Dr. Gottlieb prioritizes minimally invasive procedures for spinal surgery. The goal of minimally invasive spine surgery is to not only reduce the risks involved, but to ensure a smoother and quicker recovery for our patients. During a minimally invasive procedure, the following steps will be taken by your spinal surgeon:

1. An small incision is made, approximately one inch long
2. A tube is inserted through the incision, followed by an endoscopic tool with a tiny camera attached
3. Real-time guidance is provided via this camera on a large screen
4. The small incision is closed using stitches consisting of surgical glue or staples

If you’re considering spine surgery, it is worth discussing minimally invasive options with your orthopedic spine doctor to see if this technique is right for you.

Open spine surgery usually requires an overnight stay in a hospital. It’s common to experience post-surgery pain due to the manipulation of muscles and soft tissues by your doctor. At Gottlieb Spine, our surgical team closely monitors your recovery and manages your pain during the healing process. On the other hand, minimally invasive spine surgery is performed on an outpatient basis at our ambulatory surgery center. Recovery times can vary from as short as six to eight weeks to up to a year, depending on factors such as your overall health, the type of procedure performed, and your age. Rest assured, our team of spinal surgeons and orthopedic spine specialists are here to provide you with the highest quality care and expertise throughout your spine surgery journey.

If your spine surgeon decides that spine surgery is right for you, Gottlieb Spine offers many options of surgical procedures. Dr. Gottlieb specializes in:

• Back Surgery
• Corpectomy
• Decompression Surgery
• Disc Replacement Surgery
• Discectomy
• Foraminotomy
• Hemilaminectomy
• Kyphoplasty
• Laminectomy
• Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion
• Microdiscectomy
• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Neck Surgery
• Revision Surgery
• Spinal Cord Stimulator
• Spinal Fusion
• Spinal Reconstruction Surgery
• Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion
• Vertebroplasty