Our spine surgeons considerВ surgical treatment options only after nonsurgical methods have proven to be unsuccessful. Spine conditions and injuries should be examined by a spine specialist for prompt and proper diagnosis. Our spine doctors at Skagit Northwest Orthopedics understand that damage to the spinal cord is not only disruptiveВ but also potentially devastating to those affected.

If associated with incontinence, go to the emergency room.

Weakness in a specific area of the leg or arm.

Numbness or tingling in one or both legs.

Nerve or dexterity problems in the arms and hands.

Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms or legs.

Pain following heavy lifting, especially if you have osteoporosis.Pain that increases in the back, leg, or foot with standing or walking and is relieved by sitting.Pain that radiates from the back to the leg/foot.Pain that radiates from the neck to the arm/hand.If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms of spine pain, itвЂ™s important to seek treatment as soon as possible before your spine injury or condition worsens. Since spine injuries can affect virtually any body part, there is a wide range of conditions and injuries encompassed by spine pain, thereby causing a wide range of symptoms.ДЇrom cervical spondylotic myelopathy and cervical disc herniations to spondylolisthesis and sciatica, spine pain can be the result of a serious condition.

The spineвЂ™s ability to provide support and mobility simultaneously makes it more susceptible to injury. The spine is a highly complex and critical component of the human body, protecting the spinal cord while offering strength, structure, and flexibility. Shafer, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon, on Upper Extremity Procedures

Mourning, MD, Discusses Options for Back Pain Relief

Rehabilitation Following Knee Replacement Surgery.

Knee Surgery вЂ“ What is the Right Age for Surgery?.

Partial Knee вЂ“ Understanding the Procedure.

Partial Knee вЂ“ Only Replace What is Damaged.

Minimally-Invasive TLIF (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion).

Artificial Cervical Disc Replacement (Mobi-CВ®).

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Doctor.

Spine specialist