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Spine Care
Our Approach
At St. Jude Medical Center, back support means more than performing procedures. It means offering the entire range of today’s most successful solutions to neck and back pain.
Our expertise extends from our Back Pain Program, which specializes in advanced, non-invasive treatments, to state-of-the-art surgical solutions for more complex problems. So, whether the cause of your pain is a simple muscle strain or a complex neurological issue, we’ll tailor the right care to your specific condition – because back support means more here.
With experts in orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, pain medicine, physical therapy, and interventional radiology, we specialize in all aspects of spinal disease, injury and pain, including these conditions:
- Disk degeneration, herniation and instability
- Dislocations and spinal fractures
- Failed spinal surgery
- Flat back syndrome
- Infections of the spine (osteomyelitis)
- Myelopathy (spinal cord problems caused by compression in the neck)
- Radiculopathy (pinched nerves)
- Muscle strains
- Neurologic disorders affecting the spine
- Osteoarthritis
- Post-traumatic conditions
- Sciatica
- Spinal deformities (kyphosis, scoliosis, spondylolisthesis)
- Spinal stenosis
- Spinal tumors
- Sports-related injuries of the spine
Back Pain Program
Your care with the St. Jude Back Pain Program begins with a thorough assessment of your spine and musculoskeletal system by a physical therapist with expertise in neck and back pain. Most conditions can be treated successfully with non-invasive therapies. However, if you need more advanced imaging or surgical care, our physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians will guide you through the next steps.
Physical therapy
Our experienced physical therapists specialize in evidence-based approaches to back pain, including:
- Therapeutic exercise
- Myofascial release
- Aquatic therapy
- Supportive services
Supportive services
We provide access to supportive services to enhance your healing, such as:
- Biofeedback
- Acupuncture
- Weight-loss programs
Our experienced surgeons offer the latest surgical options, including:
- Anterior lumbar interbody fusion
- Artificial disk replacement
- Cervical fusion
- Corpectomy
- Interlaminar stabilization
- Interspinous fusion
- Laminectomy/laminoplasty
- Micro endoscopic posterior diskectomy
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion
- Sclerosis surgery
- Spinal cord stimulation
- Spinal fusion
- Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion
Find a Doctor
At Providence, you'll have access to a vast network of dedicated and compassionate providers who offer personalized care by focusing on treatment, prevention and health education.
Recognition
U.S. News & World Report - Best Hospitals in Rehabilitation (2025-26)
U.S. News & World Report - High Performing Hospital in Spinal Fusion (2025-26)
How Back Surgery Changes Lives
Learn how back surgery can change lives and the difference expert care can make.
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Cameron's Story
Cameron suffered from back pain for most of his life. Over the years, he explored many treatment options but didn't find lasting relief. Watch his story to learn how surgery changed his life - and the difference expert care can make.
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Randy's Story
A jet ski accident left him paralyzed. He left Providence on his own two feet. Watch the video to learn more about Randy’s story.
Benefits of ExcelsiusGPS® Robotic Navigation Platform
Accuracy and precision are of the utmost importance during complex spinal surgeries. ExcelsiusGPS® by Globus Medical is robotic technology that uses X-rays and image guidance to help surgeons make precise incisions and enhances the accurate placement of screws and other implants.
Using advanced navigation tools, ExcelsiusGPS® allows surgeons to move in smaller surgical areas with fewer incisions, leading to less tissue damage and shorter recovery times. It also brings more options to patients who previously couldn’t have surgery.
Upcoming Class: Solutions for Joint & Spine Pain
Whether it’s arthritis, back pain or joint issues, our classes offer insights into both surgical and non-surgical treatment options.
Learn how a personalized care plan can help you stay active and pain-free. There will also be time to ask questions and receive answers from our experts.
Tips for Managing Back or Neck Pain
Neck and back pain can keep you from doing what you love. Learn how to manage your pain, and what treatment options are available.