“What can an orthopedic doctor do for spinal pain?”

A whole spectrum of choices. See someone who is spine fellowship trained.

Orthopedic surgeons are the primary caregivers for a patient with spine pain. We first examine the patient to try to diagnose the problem. We begin treatment with medication and physical therapy and, if the patient follows the treatment program, most will improve. Unfortunately, some patients will eventually require surgery.
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Dr. Bose

An orthopedic doctor can do an evaluation to help determine the cause of the spinal pain. He can order images and review those images. He can then discuss with you an appropriate plan of care.

Robert D. Swift, DO, FAOAO

Orthopedic Surgeons can do a lot for spine pain, most of which is nonsurgical. Physical Therapy can be very helpful for many spinal conditions. A program designed to maximize core strength and flexibility can significantly reduce spine pain. Pain management in the form of spinal injections can be performed as well.
By themselves they provide temporary relief from certain spinal disorders. But used in conjunction with physical therapy and/or home exercise they can allow for more effective and expeditious gains from therapy as it can be done in a more pain free state.
When all else fails surgery can sometimes be performed to alleviate pain/disability from certain spinal conditions. I utilize a minimally invasive approach to spinal surgery as it maximizes positive outcomes and allows for a quick and less painful recovery.