Columbus Orthopaedics treats back and neck pain, herniated discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis and spine fractures for patients in Columbus, Starkville and the Golden Triangle. Our two fellowship-trained spine surgeons, Dr. Kenny Edwards and Dr. Justin Hall, work in the same practice as our spine physical therapists and pain management team, so most patients start with nonsurgical care. When surgery is needed, many spine procedures are done as outpatient surgery at our Columbus surgery center, which Blue Cross and Blue Shield recognizes as a Blue Distinction Center+ for spine surgery.
Spine appointments are available at our Columbus clinic and Starkville clinic. Surgery and many spine injections take place at our outpatient surgery center. Spine therapy is available at our Columbus and Starkville physical therapy locations.
Your bones and soft tissues in your neck and your back are called your spine. Your spine is a complex structure that allows you to move fluidly. It provides balance and support, promotes flexibility, and protects your spinal cord and nerve roots. Back pain and neck pain can be the result of a hard fall, traumatic injury, degenerative spine disease, or spine deformity. Whatever the cause of neck or back pain, it significantly limits your ability to sit or walk comfortably.
Our team of Orthopedic Doctors, Spine Doctors, and Spine Specialists treats conditions ranging from simple herniated discs or bulging discs that cause back pain or neck pain to more complex problems such as spinal tumors, scoliosis, and spine fractures. With our specially trained Physical Therapists, Aquatic Therapists, and Pain Management doctors, patients can receive conservative, non-surgical care, such as therapy and spine injections, to alleviate neck and back pain. When necessary, our spine surgeons offer minimally invasive spine surgery, which minimizes soft-tissue damage and accelerates patient recovery.
Our goal is to provide the highest level of spine care in a personalized and compassionate environment. Our spine specialists and orthopedic surgeons will work closely with you to identify the best treatment plan for you. Your plan may include a mix of physical therapy, aquatic therapy, spine injections, or minimally-invasive spinal surgery. Our team of spine experts are eager to help you enjoy an active lifestyle again.
Common Spine Conditions
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Herniated Cervical Disc
- Herniated Lumbar Disc
- Kyphosis
- Low Back Pain (Lumbar)
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Spinal Infections
- Spinal Osteoarthritis (Spondylosis)
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Tumors
- Whiplash
- Neck Sprain or Neck Strain (Stiff Neck)
- Sacroiliac Pain (Sacroiliitis)
Common Spine Procedures
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Lateral Spine Fusion
- Minimally Invasive Lumbar Fusion
- Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Other Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Cervical Arthroplasty (Disc Replacement)
- Cervical Fusion (ACDF)
- Discectomy
- Kyphoplasty
- Laminectomy
- Spinal Fusion
- Outpatient Cervical and Lumbar Surgery
- Sacroiliac Fusion
- Scoliosis Surgery
Common questions about spine care
Do I need surgery for a herniated disc?
Usually not. Most people with a herniated disc get better within weeks to a few months with activity changes, physical therapy, medication, and sometimes an injection. Surgery is considered when leg or arm pain doesn’t improve, or when there is weakness or other signs of nerve damage.
When is back pain an emergency?
Go to the emergency room right away if back pain comes with loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness in the groin or inner thighs, quickly worsening weakness in the legs, or a fever. The same is true after a serious fall or car accident.
Which doctor should I see for back pain?
It depends on your symptoms. A spine surgeon, pain management physician, and physical therapist each play a role, and our practice has all three. Read: back pain — which doctor should I see?
Can spine surgery be done without staying in the hospital?
Many spine procedures, including some discectomies, fusions, and disc replacements, can be done on an outpatient basis at our surgery center so you recover at home. Whether that is right for you depends on the procedure and your health.
