Spine

The spine provides stability and structure to your body. A healthy spine allows you to be mobile and pain free. The spine also protects vital organs such as the spinal cord, a column of nerve that connects the brain to the rest of your limbs.

Some of the most common conditions affecting the spine include:

• Arthritic disorders
• Failed back surgery
• Nerve compression
• Scoliosis
• Spinal stenosis
• Whiplash
• Spinal instability - spondylolisthesis
• Cervical and lumbar disc herniations – “Slipped Disc”
• Spinal infections
• Vertebral Compression Fractures (VCF)
• Spinal fractures due to trauma
• Spinal tumours

• X-ray
• Computerized Tomography (CT) scan
• Diagnostic ultrasound
• Dual energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA)
• Electromyogram (EMG) or Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) testing
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Magnetic Resonance Arthrography (MRA)
• Needle or open biopsy
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan
• Bone scans
• Discography
• Selective Nerve Root Block (SNRB)
• Joint injections

Note: Most common diagnostic tools in the spine are X-ray, MRI, CT-Scan with 3D reconstruction and Electromyography (EMG).

Treatments for spinal conditions range from non-invasive approaches such as braces and physical therapy to modern surgical methods such as spinal injections and spinal surgery. Your treatment plan will be tailored by our specialists to manage and address the cause of your symptoms.

• Non-surgical treatment:
  Some spinal injuries can be treated without surgery. Below are some treatment options that our specialists may recommend during your treatment.
  • Spinal orthosis / bracing
  • Ice or heat therapy for injuries
  • Injections such as corticosteroids or nerve blocks for pain
  • Medications such as anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), pain relievers, or muscle relaxers
  • Physical therapy

• Surgical treatment:
  In certain indications, surgery is recommended as an option to manage your spine condition.  Our spine surgeons are familiar with the latest surgical techniques including minimally invasive surgery and robotic navigation.  Some of the procedures of spinal surgery are listed below:
  • Radiofrequency ablation / Percutaneous laser disc decompression
  • Endoscopic or open micro-discectomy
  • Endoscopic spinal decompression and fusion
  • Spinal laminectomy / Spinal decompression
  • Minimal invasive / Open spinal instrumentation and fusion
  • Scoliosis / Deformity corrective surgery
  • Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
  • Artificial disc replacement
  • Corrective spine osteotomy

The spine team at ALTY takes a holistic approach to your care.  Our dedicated doctors, nurses and allied health professionals are here to help you all the way from diagnosis, treatment to post-surgical care. 

Spinal injury is a debilitating condition. Our team of experts will work closely with you to help regain mobility after spinal injury. Your doctor will recommend a rehabilitation program to help optimise your recovery. Our expert team of allied health professionals is here to guide you along the way.