For patients who have not found adequate pain relief through conservative measures, Southwoods offers surgical solutions performed by an expert team of board certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeons.
While many patients experience improvement without the need for surgery, when it’s determined surgical intervention is required, surgeons from the Southwoods Pain & Spine Center provide advanced specialized care.
Our spine specialists work closely with each patient to determine the most appropriate treatment plan. Using the latest minimally invasive and advanced surgical techniques, they guide patients through every step of care. From conservative treatment all the way through surgery, Southwoods is committed to providing truly comprehensive care for those living with persistent back, neck and spine pain.
This advanced robotic navigation system is the first technology of its kind available in Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Portage and Stark counties.
It allows spine surgeons to plan procedures in advance, helping reduce operating times for complex cases and improve efficiency, while offering a more precise alternative for patients during surgery.
Excelsius® uses GPS-based navigation to provide highly detailed, real-time views of a patient’s anatomy. On the day of surgery, medical images are captured by the platform that allow the surgeon to map out the exact placement of implants based on each patient’s unique structure. During the procedure, 3D navigation guides positioning, improving accuracy and patient outcomes.
Common Procedures
Discectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove the herniated portion of the disc that is a source of pain or discomfort. Discectomies can be performed in the Cervical, Thoracic or Lumbar regions of the spine.
Cervical Disc Replacement/Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure that includes removing a damaged or degenerated cervical disc and replacing it with an artificial device.
There are different types of fusions based on several factors such as the part of the spine involved, placement of the incisions and the parts of the vertebra that are initially fused. All fusions include the use of a graft that is made of bone material and stimulates healing by encouraging the two bones to heal together.
Cervical Spinal Fusion is a surgical procedure that joins specific bones in the neck.
Lumbar Fusion is a surgical procedure that joins specific bones in the lower portion of the spine.
Spinal Fusion can be done with open surgery or by using a minimally invasive technique. The exact steps depend on the type of spinal fusion that is being done.
Dependent on their diagnosis, some patients may be candidates for Minimally Invasive Procedures. This type of procedure is done through smaller incisions, and the goal is less post-operative pain, shorter hospital stays and faster recovery times.
Vertebral Augmentation (or Kyphoplasty) is a procedure designed to alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with vertebra fractures and restoring them to their proper placement.
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