We understand that being diagnosed with a thoracic herniated disc can leave you feeling hopeless. While many spine surgeons will correct lumbar and cervical disc herniation, they often avoid thoracic herniated disc treatment because the thoracic spine can be difficult to access with traditional surgery.
Barrow neurosurgeons have helped develop a new technique for safer thoracic disc herniation surgery. We utilize natural corridors in the body, specialized instruments, advanced navigation and monitoring technology, and surgical robots to reach the thoracic spine through a small incision on the side of the body.
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How can we help you?
Conservative Treatments
Deciding on spine surgery can be difficult. Our neurosurgeons and physiatrists believe in making a concerted effort to relieve your symptoms using conservative treatments before recommending surgery as a last resort.
Careful Evaluation
Many cases of thoracic disc herniation can be improved with conservative treatment. However, if a slipped disc is compressing your spinal cord, causing dysfunction and putting you at risk of paralysis, you may be a candidate for surgery.
Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
Minimally invasive surgery generally results in less post-operative pain, a faster recovery, and fewer complications than traditional open surgery.
Online Second Opinions
Have your case reviewed by a thoracic spine expert and receive valuable guidance through our fast, easy, and affordable Second Opinion Program. Barrow is a U.S. News & World Report top center for neurology and neurosurgery.
Learn about our areas of expertise
Thoracic Spine Specialties
Thoracic Herniated Disc
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Thoracic Discectomy
Thoracic Spinal Fusion
A Complete Team of Neuro Experts
