Spine Pathology Unit

Most common pathologies

Some of the common conditions treated at CreuBlanca’s Spine Pathology Unit include:

Herniated discs and disc degeneration.
Vertebral fractures and traumatic injuries of the spine.
Radiculopathies and sciatica.
Facet syndrome or pain in the joints of the spine.
Spondylosis or spondyloarthrosis.
Benign and malignant tumors of the spine.
Spinal infections.
Spondylolisthesis or displacement of vertebrae.

Patient profile

Who is it for?

Patients who should come to the Spine Pathology Unit are those who present with any type of back ailment, condition or problem related to the spine. Some examples of symptoms associated with this unit include:

Pain in the back, neck or lower extremities, especially if related to spinal movements or changes in position.
Mobility problems, muscle weakness or numbness in the arms or legs.
Electrical pain radiating to the extremities.
History of traumatic injury to the spine, such as fractures or sprains.
Spinal deformities, such as scoliosis or spondylolisthesis.
Previous diagnoses of herniated discs or spinal stenosis.
Diagnosis or suspicion of tumors or infections of the spine.

Spine Pathology Unit

Main treatments

CreuBlanca’s Spine Pathology Unit offers an accurate diagnosis to evaluate each case and provides personalized treatment options. Its commitment lies in ensuring that each patient receives the best medical attention and care, thus guaranteeing their well-being and optimal recovery. Some of the main treatments provided in this unit are:

Advanced surgery.
Rhizolysis.
Nerve blocks.
Non-surgical therapies adapted to the individual needs of each patient.
Rehabilitation and physiotherapy specialized in the spine.

Areas of specialization

Neurosurgery

CreuBlanca’s Neurosurgery specialty provides the Spine Pathology Unit with a complementary vision focused on the nervous system, from the brain to the cranial and spinal nerves. Our neurosurgeons are at the forefront of the latest medical and technological advances, striving to apply minimally invasive treatments. This constant updating ensures that patients benefit from advanced therapeutic options that provide a lower risk of complications, better outcomes and much shorter recovery times.

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Spine Pathology Imaging

The specialty of Spine Pathology Imaging provides a specialized approach to the interpretation and identification of spinal problems and conditions through the use of advanced imaging techniques. Specialists in this area, usually radiologists or neuroradiologists, are highly specialized in the analysis and accurate interpretation of radiologic images of a wide variety of spinal conditions, including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, vertebral fractures, tumors and other structural alterations.

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Pain Clinic

The professionals at CreuBlanca’s Pain Clinic specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of severe chronic pain with the aim of improving patients’ quality of life. Through innovative therapies and highly personalized treatments, our specialists are able to alleviate severe pain associated with the spine, even in cases where conventional treatments have not been effective.

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Main diagnostic methods and technologies

At CreuBlanca we invest in and implement the most advanced and innovative technologies in order to offer an optimal healthcare service based on prevention, early diagnosis and personalized treatment.

Diagnostic imaging tests

Lumbar check-up

Electromyography

Electroneurography