Back and neck problems are the second most common reason for seeking medical attention. Most problems resolve over time, but many become chronic and recurrent. Our spine team is here to hasten the recovery of these patients. Early intervention is the key to patient satisfaction and successful treatment results.

Whether patients express concern over herniated discs, general back pain, spasms, limitation of movement, swelling and/or other more complex ailments, the unique breadth of expertise among orthopedic spine specialists at Glendale Adventist Medical Center offers patients a distinct advantage.

Spine specialists at GAMC offer:

• Surgical and non-surgical treatments
• State-of-the-art imaging
• Urgent and emergent evaluations
• Pain management procedures
• Physical therapy

Surgical treatments include:

• Diagnostic blocks/epidural injections
• Discectomy
• Laminectomy
• Fusions for instability/deformity
• Reconstructive surgery
• Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty for vertebral compression fractures
• New technology using minimally invasive techniques and artificial discs

Physical therapists provide:

• Comprehensive evaluations, including manual muscle testing, computerized measurement on Biodex and flexibility/joint mobility testing
• Cutting-edge physical therapy to assist in rapid recovery at GAMC's Therapy & Wellness Center, a state-of-the-art facility
• Therapeutic exercise including core stabiliation and dynamic training
• Manual therapy including soft tissue and joint mobilization
• Pain relieving modalities
• Muscle energy techniques to promote overall structural balance

Additionally, GAMC orthopedic rehabilitation teams work closely with patients to ensure that they achieve an optimal recovery following treatment. For a physician referral or more information on spine treatment options at Glendale Adventist Medical Center, call 818-409-8100.