Common Spinal Conditions

Every patient referred to the University of Rochester Spine Center will undergo an initial consultation with one of our spine specialists. During this initial visit, a history and physical exam will be performed and x-rays, MRIs and other studies reviewed. The diagnosis or list of possible diagnoses will be reviewed with the patient. Further studies may be ordered and/or treatments may be recommended based on this initial evaluation. Our spine specialists are experts at the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of spinal conditions, the most common of which include the following:

• Radiculopathy (sciatica or pinched nerve)

• Herniated Disc (bulging, protruding or ruptured disc)

• Spinal Stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal

• Spondylolisthesis (a slip or misalignment in the spine)

• Severe Degenerative Disc Disease (severe arthritis of the back)

• Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome (arthritis of the spine/pelvis junction)

• Spinal Fractures (broken spine)

• Spinal Tumors (cancer of the spine)

• Spinal Infections (bacteria in the spine)

• Scoliosis (abnormal curvature of the spine)

• Pediatric Spinal Conditions (spinal conditions in children).