CLEVELAND CLINIC BACK AND NECK CENTERS

Our purpose The Cleveland Clinic Back & Neck Centers have been established to provide the most advanced and effective care for spinal (back and neck) problems, utilizing a comprehensive range of medical specialists and treatment modalities. Our specialists are dedicated to patient care, patient satisfaction and to advancing the science of spine care.All of our efforts are directed toward improving the quality of life for people with spinal disorders.

The Cleveland Clinic back and neck centers offer A medical approach focusing on non-surgical treatment and physical therapy. A medical spine specialist who coordinates the evaluation and treatment of each patient. Prompt initiation of active therapy. An emphasis on patient involvement in the treatment plan. Comprehensive services to address a wide variety of disorders, from acute back strain to chronic, complex problems. Convenient consultation with specialized spine surgeons, if recommended. An outpatient physical therapy program. An outpatient rehabilitation program specifically designed to return employees to work and prevent work-related injuries.

Specialists in Spine Problems Our team of specialists includes: Medical spine specialists who have training in rheumatology, physical medicine, neurology, internal medicine, or family medicine plus additional training in the medical management of spine problems Orthopaedic surgeons and neurosur-geons, who specialize in the surgical treatment of back and neck disorders. Physical therapists who are experts in posture and body mechanics Pain medicine specialists with special training in diagnosis and treatment of chronic pain Behavioral medicine professionals who direct the chronic pain rehabilitation program Radiologists with expertise in viewing and interpreting scans of the spine.

Nearly everyone experiences back or neck pain at some time during their life. Pain or disability can be caused by injuries sustained at home or work, while involved in sports or recreation, during accidents or falls, or from medical conditions, such as arthritis, osteoarthritis or osteoporosis. Factors that increase your risk of back or neck pain include heavy lifting, being overweight, sitting for long periods, driving and smoking.

The Cleveland Clinic Back and Neck Centers, which diagnose and treat more than 9,000 patients annually, offer a team of experts skilled in all aspects of managing and treating back- and neck-related problems. Care is available at The Cleveland Clinic or at our suburban family health centers. In most cases, back and neck pain can be resolved through medical management, exercise, physical therapy and other related treatments. On occasion, surgical treatment is appropriate. Our objective is to quickly return you to your normal routine and full function.You can minimize your chances of being debilitated by back and neck pain by addressing it early. Ask your physician or therapist what you can do to keep your back and neck healthy.

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