Spine Care That Puts You Back in the Game
When back pain sidelines you from life, let our spine experts at AdventHealth Port Charlotte get you back in the game.
Our orthopedic surgeons and spinal care specialists provide care for everything from whiplash and spinal trauma to herniated disks, synovial cysts and osteoporosis. We offer minimally invasive procedures, using smaller incisions and robotic-assisted technology, that result in less pain and scarring, a shorter hospital stay and a quicker recovery.
We’re here to help you find the right doctor or a location that’s convenient for you.
Comprehensive Spine Care Treatments
It is possible to discover a life free from back pain. By addressing your spinal condition and improving your mobility, you can increase your quality of life. Our team will guide you at every step.
- Balloon Kyphoplasty
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Used to repair fractures caused by osteoporosis or cancer, balloon kyphoplasty acts as an internal cast that provides rapid relief from back pain and improves spinal alignment.
In this procedure, the surgeon inflates a small balloon within the fractured vertebra and inserts bone cement to restore the vertebrae's original size and shape.
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion
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For patients with severe degenerative disk disease, spinal instability or deformity, minimally invasive spinal fusion can offer less pain and a quicker recovery than traditional surgery.
In this procedure, the damaged disk is removed, and a spacer is placed between the vertebrae to help restore alignment and relieve pain. Small pins and rods are inserted to provide stability while the bone heals. Rather than harvesting bone from the patient's pelvic bone, which can be a significant source of postoperative pain, this technique uses bone graft substitutes to enhance healing.
Our surgeons utilize minimally invasive options whenever possible, but when traditional techniques offer the best solution, we have the training and experience to perform even the most complex procedures, including spinal reconstructive surgery, revision surgery (to correct previous operations), and surgery to correct curvature of the spine (scoliosis).
- Lumbar Disk Microsurgery
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This procedure is used to treat herniated disks of the lower back. A herniated disk is a condition in which the disc's inner, jelly-like material pushes through the outer layer of cartilage, putting pressure on the spinal cord and causing pain.
In this procedure, the surgeon makes a small incision above the damaged disk to remove the damaged portion, leaving healthy tissue intact. As the area heals, the spinal cord returns to its normal position, alleviating the pain and pressure.
- Nonsurgical Options
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We also offer nonsurgical solutions to treat back and neck pain, from spinal injections and other therapies, like physical therapy, to alleviate pain and swelling.
Our rehabilitation specialists are equipped to deliver a range of physical therapy treatments, including preventive and post-surgery recovery programs. Our specialized care team offers a range of primary and complementary nonsurgical treatments to meet each individual's needs.
Find a Back Pain Expert Near You
Our Port Charlotte spine care experts can help you start moving again. We offer the latest in minimally invasive procedures for conditions like degenerative disk disorders and spinal stenosis.
Our highly skilled orthopedic and back pain experts will care for your whole health in body, mind and spirit.
A Connected Network of Whole-Person Care
You’re a connected system: body, mind and spirit. And so are we. With a multidisciplinary approach to spine care, we reach across specialties and locations to give you the support you need to thrive.
When it comes to your spinal health, you can count on us to listen to you, respect your time, compare notes and make decisions with your unique needs and goals in mind. We’re here to help you feel whole again — in body, mind and spirit.