Spine Center Treats Unresolved Pain

John Roffers, M.D., Medical Director, Columbia St. Mary's Spine Center

Posted: Jan. 1, 2008

Q: Who should seek treatment at the Spine Center?

A: Whether a patient is suffering from chronic back pain or experiencing acute onset of pain due to an injury, today’s diagnostic and treatment options have made pinpointing the exact cause of a person’s back pain, and then treating that pain, more successful than ever.

Most people with back and neck pain have uncomplicated conditions that will improve over a short period of time. Individuals should consider a visit to the Spine Center when rest, activity modifications and over-the-counter medications aren’t helping.

As nearly 80 percent of Americans know, back pain left untreated can make even everyday activities like walking or sitting unbearable. The Columbia St. Mary’s Spine Center offers not only state-of-the-art medicine, but an all-inclusive medical team that is second to none in the Milwaukee area in experience and proficiency for treating back pain.

At the core of our Spine Center is a staff of accomplished physicians and surgeons, along with chiropractors, nurses, physical therapists, acupuncture and massage therapists. Our approach to care is to utilize every possible noninvasive treatment before progressing to surgery.

Conservative treatments may include medication, diet and lifestyle modifications and exercise. And although surgery is performed on less than five percent of patients who visit our Center, for those who have endured years of unsuccessful medical management, finally undergoing back surgery can be a lifesaver.

As technology continues to progress, Columbia St. Mary’s will continue to stay on the forefront of pioneering new technology.

Learn more about the Spine Center at Medical Moment.org

To order a free DVD about Columbia St. Mary’s Spine Center Program, please call 414-326-1745.

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