Neurosurgery
Thousands of patients trust us each year for neurosurgical and orthopedic spine surgeries.
Neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons at Methodist Medical Center use the most advanced techniques to provide surgical relief to patients experiencing back or neck pain. These include minimally invasive surgery techniques that result in fast recoveries, less postoperative pain and fewer complications. Our goal is for you to get back to doing the activities you love as quickly as possible.
Methodist Medical Center is recognized as a BlueCross BlueShield Blue Distinction Center+ for its comprehensive inpatient spine surgery services, low readmission rates and fewer repeat operations and is a member of Covenant Health’s Spine Surgery Network.
When to See a Doctor?
Back or neck pain alone typically isn’t a neurosurgical problem, but it may be a symptom if a serious spine condition if you’re experiencing pain that leads to:
- Numbness, weakness in one or both legs, feet, or toes
- Numbness, weakness in one or both shoulders, arms or hands
- Foot drop
- Pain radiating down one or both of your arms or legs
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
- Spinal injuries and diseases
Spinal Injuries and Diseases
We treat a wide range of spinal conditions. Click below to learn more about your spinal condition and treatment options.
If you’re experiencing back or neck problems that prevent you from enjoying every day life, Covenant Health has highly qualified surgeons who treat a wide range of spinal conditions. Click below to learn more about your spinal condition and treatment options:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Herniated or ruptured discs
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spine tumors
- Spinal stenosis
- Sciatica
- Spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis
Orthopedic surgical options at Methodist include kyphoplasty, which is used to treat painful compression fractures in the spine.
Preparing for Your Surgery
Learn what to expect before, during and after your surgery. Click here to view our pre-surgery spine class.
Post-Surgery Therapy
Physical therapy helps you regain movement and flexibility after spine surgery. Covenant Health has therapy centers located throughout our region, so convenient rehabilitation after your surgery is easily available. Learn more about Covenant Health Therapy Centers and to find a location near you.
Health Information Library and Videos
Learning about your spine condition and what to expect of your surgery is vital to your recovery. Visit our health information library and spine video library page to learn more about spinal conditions and surgery.
