Spine Specialists

Specialists Who Treat Back Pain

Peer-Reviewed Article

There are many types of health practitioners that care for patients with spinal conditions, and each one has a slightly different role.

Four hospital professionals including a doctor in the forefront

Overview

Posterior view of the lower body showing pain radiating in the appendages.

What to Expect from Spine Surgery for Low Back Pain

Two doctors having a discussion with a patient's xrays.

Orthopedic Surgeon vs. Neurosurgeon for Spine Surgery

Four hospital professionals including a doctor in the forefront

Specialists Who Treat Back Pain

Doctors sitting together to diagnose a disease.

4 Big Reasons Why Back Pain Is Hard to Diagnose

Doctor examining an X-ray of a patient's lungs and spine.

What Is a Physiatrist?

Several patients in a doctors waiting room

Preparing to See A Doctor for Back and Neck Pain

Therapist assisting patient with shoulder exercises using dumbbells.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Approach

Patient lying on X-ray table while X-ray technician switches out the X-ray films beneath her.

Diagnostic Processes for Neck and Back Pain