CHRISTUS Health
At CHRISTUS Health, our team of skilled surgeons and specialists are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with thoracic spine conditions. We offer advanced thoracic procedures designed to relieve pain, restore mobility, and improve quality of life for patients suffering from various spine disorders.
Our thoracic spine surgeries utilize the latest medical technology and minimally invasive techniques to promote faster recovery and long-term success.
A thoracic discectomy is a surgical procedure aimed at relieving pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots caused by herniated or degenerative discs in the thoracic region of the spine.
This procedure involves removing the damaged portion of the disc that is compressing the spinal cord, providing relief from pain, numbness, or weakness.
A thoracic corpectomy is a more extensive procedure that involves removing the vertebral body and the adjacent intervertebral discs to relieve spinal cord compression due to trauma, infection, or tumors. This procedure is often followed by stabilization through spinal fusion or instrumentation.
Thoracic vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that treats compression fractures in the thoracic vertebrae, often caused by osteoporosis or trauma. The procedure involves injecting a special cement into the fractured vertebra, stabilizing it and reducing pain.
Thoracic spine fusion is a surgical procedure used to permanently connect two or more vertebrae in the thoracic spine, eliminating motion between them. It is commonly performed to treat conditions such as scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, or spinal instability. The procedure involves using bone grafts, metal rods, and screws to stabilize the spine.
Thoracic spine decompression is a surgical technique used to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots caused by conditions such as spinal stenosis, disc herniation, or bone spurs. The procedure involves removing parts of the vertebrae or soft tissue to create more space for the spinal cord and nerves.
Knowing if the pain is muscular or spinal will help your doctor identify the issue so the best treatment can be provided.
