- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Medical Weight Loss
- Primary CareWe participate with most major insurance plans however; you should contact your insurance provider to determine if our services are covered under your plan or if an insurance referral is needed. If a referral is required, it is the patient's responsibility to obtain this referral from your primary care physician.
- Emergency CareReport any of the following occurrences immediately. If you are unable to reach your surgeon, you should be seen by your primary doctor that day or be seen in an urgent care or emergency department.
- DiarrheaIn very rare cases, a bone spur in either the back or neck can cause bladder or bowel incontinence. This can be an urgent situation and you should contact your medical provider immediately.
- Mental Health
- Anxiety
- Diabetes Care
- MRIYour diagnosis begins with a thorough clinical exam. You'll receive a full neurological assessment, and your doctor may order an electromyographic test to help diagnose which nerve root(s) are involved. An MRI and other x-ray imaging tests may be ordered to ensure that there's no injury, deformity or instability of the spinal column.
- RadiologyYour insurance may require prior authorization (prior approval) of certain imaging and radiology procedures. In most cases, the radiology group providing the service to you will obtain this authorization. If not, TC Spine will obtain this authorization if it is required. Once the authorization has been completed, you will be contacted to schedule the procedure. It is always best to contact your insurance to verify if this authorization is required.
- X-Rays
- Computed TomographyDiagnosis starts with a thorough physical examination to determine the extent of your condition. Your spine specialist may also order imaging tests like x-rays, CT scans or an MRI. A bone scan might be used to view the areas of spinal inflammation.
- ChemotherapySpinal tumor surgery. This is often the preferred treatment for accessible spine tumors—those that can be removed with an acceptable risk of spinal cord or nerve injury. It may also be the only option if a tumor isn’t likely to respond to chemotherapy or radiation. You may also need spinal fusion surgery to stabilize your spine if a tumor is removed. This can be done at the same time it’s removed.
- Radiation TherapyRadiation therapy. When a tumor can’t be completely removed by surgery, doctors may destroy what’s left with radiation to ease pressure on the spinal cord. Radiation may also be necessary when surgery poses too many risks or when tumors have metastasized.
- OrthopedicsOur pioneering founder, John H. Moe, MD, began a dedicated scoliosis service in 1947. Seventy five years later, our specialty practice continues the legacy of leading orthopedics dedicated to one incredible and complex area of the body: the spine.
- SciaticaSciatica can cause pain throughout your body. When you come to Twin Cities Spine Center (TC Spine), your spine specialist will use our practice's collective expertise to determine the cause of your pain and prescribe effective treatment.
- Scoliosis SurgerySurgery. Scoliosis surgery straightens the curved portion of the spine as much as possible and holds it in place. When surgery is necessary, spinal fusion is typically done to correct scoliosis. Spinal fusion welds the spine together and decreases the amount of the curve. Spinal instrumentation is inserted along the spine, which helps the bone grow together by holding the spine in place. Surgery is recommended for more severe curves which continue to progress despite bracing.
- Pinched NerveIf you're experiencing pain, tingling, weakness or numbness in your arms, hands, legs or feet, it's a good idea to get expert advice. Early diagnosis of the condition behind pinched nerve symptoms can bring you relief and lessen the chance of long-term damage or complications.
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Robotic SurgeryA Retrospective Evaluation of Revisions and Complications in Thoracic and/or Lumbar Spinal Procedures Utilizing the Mazor X Stealth Edition Robotic Guidance System.
- Cyst
- Sports MedicineDue, in part, to budget cuts in schools, scoliosis screenings are not done as commonly as they once were. It is important that children and adolescents be evaluated for scoliosis at well-child visits, sports physicals and other medical examination opportunities.
- Physical TherapyOur surgeons may recommend that you take part in a physical therapy program after surgery to help improve your strength and flexibility.
- Back Pain