Nonsurgical Options

  • Electrothermal Modalities

    These methods of treatment are used to alter soft tissue temperatures or to influence subcutaneous cellular activity to enhance vascularity, tissue flexibility and local nutrition.

  • Epidural Steroid Injections

    Epidural Steroid Injections (ESIs) are a common method of treating inflammation associated with low back related leg pain, or neck related arm pain.

  • Ergonomic Changes

    “Ergonomics” refers to the manner in which individuals use their bodies to perform home- and work-related tasks.

  • How to Manage an Acute Back or Neck Pain Episode

    Managing acute back or neck pain flare-ups are a challenge faced by the majority of the population at one point or another.

  • Hydrotherapy

    The technical definition of hydrotherapy is the application of water for the treatment of physical or psychological dysfunction.

  • Ice or Heat?

    Cold and heat therapy can alleviate pain, but how do you know which one to use and when?

  • Injections

    Spinal injections can be very helpful for patients looking for pain relief without surgery.

  • Lumbar Zygapophysial (Facet) Joint Injections

    Zygapophysial joints (also known as facet joints or z-joints) are located on the back (posterior) of the spine on each side where two adjacent vertebrae meet.

  • Manual Therapy

    Many clinicians including osteopathic physicians, chiropractors, physical therapists and massage therapists have undergone specialized training to develop the skill-sets to evaluate and treat patients with spinal disorders using various hands-on techniques.

  • Medications

    Medications can play a useful role in patients with spine pain when used in conjunction with rehabilitation, spinal injections, and/or surgery.