Spine Center

Spine Center

About 80% of all adults will experience back or neck pain at some time in their lives. Back or neck pain may be caused by:

• An injury due to overuse, sports, an accident, or a work-related cause.
• Conditions that weaken the spine, such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, or spinal stenosis.
• Spinal deformities.

When you have neck or back pain, normal activities, such as walking, bending, reaching, sleeping, can become agonizing. Some people with neck or back problems may experience persistent weakness, numbness, or tingling in their arms or legs. Other symptoms also may indicate a back or neck problem. The majority of adults will experience neck or back pain at some time in their lives. Some people live with chronic pain.

If a spine-related disorder is affecting the quality of your life, it’s important to find the right medical professional to diagnose and treat your problem. But where do you begin? Finding the right treatment for back or neck disorders can be confusing. Will you be bounced around from one health care facility to the next because your problem wasn’t evaluated or treated successfully?

Now there’s a common starting point for people with back and neck problems. The Spine Center at Columbia St. Mary’s brings together a team of medical professionals who specialize in disorders of the back and neck. The result: a streamlined approach to evaluating and treating your problem.

Spine Specialists
Through the Spine Center, the spine specialists at Columbia St. Mary’s will coordinate all of your spine care needs. Team members collaborate to offer you the most appropriate treatment.

Specialists on the Spine Center Team include:

• Physiatrists who specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation
• Orthopaedic Spine Surgeons
• Neurological Spine Surgeons
• Physical Therapists
• Occupational Therapists
• Chiropractors
• Pain Management Specialists
• Patient Care Coordinator
• Other specialists who may be involved in your care include massage therapists, acupuncturists, and dietitians.

Our Focus: Accurate Diagnosis and Effective Treatment
When you call the Spine Center, you’ll see that everyone is dedicated to your comfort and well being. Team members focus on diagnosing your problem quickly and accurately.

• Before your first visit, the patient care coordinator will take your medical history to begin your evaluation.
• You’ll see a physiatrist for a complete examination. The physiatrist will work with you to develop your plan of care and may refer you to other professionals on the team. The patient care coordinator will assist to schedule any necessary appointments.

In addition, you’ll receive information about the nature of your disorder, and learn how to protect your neck and back to prevent future injuries or problems.

Call for an Appointment
The Spine Center is located at Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Milwaukee, 2301 N. Lake Dr, Milwaukee, WI. There are additional locations that offer spine services in Milwaukee and Ozaukee counties. One phone call and you’re on your way to getting the treatment that’s right for you.

To schedule an appointment, or for more information, call
(414) 291-1075.