Common Spine Conditions Treated in Tampa, FL
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Living with back or neck pain can feel like searching for answers in the dark. You know something is wrong, but understanding exactly what it is and what can be done about it isn't always easy. The conditions that cause spinal pain vary widely, and so do the treatment options available. What most patients don't know is that many of the most common spinal conditions can be treated without metal implants, without fusion, and without the long recovery that traditional open surgery requires.
At 360 Ortho & Spine in Tampa, Florida, Dr. Stefan Prada is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon who has performed over 11,000 minimally invasive procedures for patients with conditions ranging from herniated disc and spinal stenosis to spinal arthritis and whiplash injury. Every new patient receives a 30-minute, one-on-one consultation to identify the root cause of their pain and determine the most appropriate treatment approach.
Explore the conditions below to learn more about what may be causing your symptoms, or request a consultation today to speak directly with Dr. Prada.
Herniated Disc
A herniated disc occurs when the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through a crack in its outer layer, pressing against the spinal cord or a nearby nerve root. This can cause significant pain, numbness, or weakness in the neck, back, arms, or legs depending on where the affected disc is located.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats herniated disc using endoscopic procedures, including:
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Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis refers to a narrowing of the spinal canal that puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots. It most commonly develops in the lower back or the neck and can cause pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness that worsen over time.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats spinal stenosis using minimally invasive procedures, including:
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Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative disc disease describes the natural breakdown of spinal discs over time. As discs lose height and hydration, they become less effective at cushioning the vertebrae, which can lead to pain, stiffness, and in some cases disc herniation or nerve compression. Despite the name, it is not always a progressive condition, and many patients find lasting relief with the right treatment.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats degenerative disc disease using endoscopic procedures, including:
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Sciatica
Sciatica describes pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve, typically from the lower back through the hip and down one or both legs. It is most often caused by a herniated disc, bone spur, or spinal stenosis pressing on the nerve at its origin in the lumbar spine. The resulting pain can range from a mild ache to a sharp, burning sensation and may be accompanied by numbness or weakness.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats sciatica by addressing the underlying spinal condition using endoscopic procedures, including:
- Endoscopic Discectomy [Endoscopic Discectomy]
- Spinal Decompression Surgery [Spinal Decompression Surgery]
Pinched Nerve
A pinched nerve occurs when surrounding tissue places too much pressure on a spinal nerve root. In the spine, this is most commonly caused by a herniated disc, bone spur, or narrowing of the spinal canal or foraminal openings. Symptoms include localized pain, radiating pain, tingling, numbness, and muscle weakness in the areas served by the affected nerve.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats pinched nerve conditions using endoscopic techniques, including:
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Foraminal Stenosis
Foraminal stenosis refers to a narrowing of the foraminal canals, the small openings on either side of each vertebra through which spinal nerve roots exit the spinal column. When these openings become narrowed by disc material, bone spurs, or thickened ligaments, the nerve becomes compressed, leading to radiating pain, tingling, and weakness. This condition can occur in the cervical or lumbar spine.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats foraminal stenosis using:
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Spinal Arthritis
Spinal arthritis, also known as facet joint arthritis, is a condition in which the cartilage within the facet joints of the spine degenerates, causing bone-on-bone friction, inflammation, and pain. It most commonly affects the cervical and lumbar spine and can worsen over time. Spinal arthritis is a condition that is often dismissed or inadequately treated by other providers.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats spinal arthritis using:
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Whiplash Injury
Whiplash injury occurs when the neck is forced into a sudden, rapid back-and-forth motion, most commonly during an auto accident. The force of this movement can damage the facet joints, discs, and surrounding soft tissue of the cervical spine, causing pain, stiffness, headaches, and in some cases radiating symptoms into the arms. Because whiplash causes immediate aggravation of the facet joints, its symptoms can closely resemble those of spinal arthritis.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats persistent whiplash-related pain using:
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Bone Spurs
Bone spurs, or osteophytes, are bony growths that develop along the edges of the vertebrae as the spine ages or responds to repeated stress. In the spine, bone spurs can narrow the spinal canal or foraminal openings, pressing on the spinal cord or nerve roots and causing pain, stiffness, and radiating symptoms. They are commonly associated with degenerative disc disease and spinal arthritis.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats bone spurs that are causing nerve compression using endoscopic procedures, including:
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Annular Tear
An annular tear occurs when the tough outer fibrous layer of a spinal disc develops a crack or rupture. This can happen gradually as the disc degenerates or suddenly as the result of injury. Annular tears can cause localized spinal pain and, if the inner disc material begins to press through the tear, can lead to nerve compression and radiating symptoms.
At 360 Ortho & Spine, Dr. Prada treats symptomatic annular tears using endoscopic procedures, including:
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