The American Center for Spine and Neurosurgery Excellence in Minimally Invasive Care

Back and neck pain often have complex origins. In many instances, non-surgical treatments are preferable to spinal surgery. In fact, most patients do not need surgery, and non-surgical treatment may produce good to excellent results.

Several conditions that affect the brain may require surgery to help alleviate painful, debilitating or life-threatening symptoms. For some conditions, however, there are non-surgical treatment options that may be more appropriate.

Physical therapy, occupational therapy and surgery may all play a role in helping patients with nerve damage return to normal functioning.