Spinal Surgery Support, Without Losing Your Pain Team

At Premier Pain Management, we understand that some spine conditions don’t respond to conservative care alone. When disc damage, nerve compression, severe degeneration, or structural spine issues require a surgical opinion, you shouldn’t have to navigate the process alone, or feel like you’re starting over with a completely new team.

That’s where we step in.

We do not perform spine surgeries in-house. Instead, we collaborate closely with trusted orthopedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, and spine specialists to keep your care fully connected, documented, and centered on one goal: helping you regain function, reduce pain, and get your life back.

What Surgical Collaboration Looks Like

When spinal surgery becomes part of the conversation, our role is to guide you through every step, not just the procedure. We help:

• Identify when a surgical referral is appropriate
• Coordinate imaging such as MRI, CT, EMG/NCS, and specialist evaluations
• Communicate your pain history, prior therapies, and functional limitations
• Build pre-surgical treatment plans to help stabilize and prepare your body
• Develop post-surgical pain management and rehabilitation plans
• Track recovery milestones and adjust your care as you heal

You maintain one primary team who knows your pain story, your condition, and your goals—while gaining access to surgical specialists when needed.

Conditions That May Require Spinal Surgery

Some spinal conditions progress to the point where surgical input becomes important. These may include:

• Herniated or bulging discs
• Spinal stenosis or severe nerve compression
• Degenerative disc disease
• Cervical or lumbar radiculopathy
• Spondylolisthesis and structural instability
• Severe arthritis affecting the spine
• Traumatic spine injuries from accidents or falls
• Chronic pain unresponsive to comprehensive conservative care

Our team evaluates your symptoms, exam findings, and imaging, then determines whether a surgical consultation is recommended.

Your Pain Team Remains at the Center

Even when a surgeon becomes part of your care, Premier Pain Management continues to manage your pain, mobility, and functional recovery. Your personalized plan may include:

• Interventional procedures to manage pain before or after surgery
• Epidural steroid injections, facet treatments, or radiofrequency ablation
• Physical medicine and rehabilitation to rebuild strength and mobility
• Medication management, when appropriate
• Detailed documentation of symptoms, functional changes, and progress

This coordinated approach supports better outcomes, smoother recoveries, and faster returns to normal activities.

Non-Surgical Spine Options First

We prioritize non-surgical and minimally invasive treatments whenever possible. Many patients experience significant improvement through a structured plan that may include:

• Interventional spine injections
• Physical therapy and strengthening programs
• Postural and mobility-focused rehab
• Nerve treatments to reduce inflammation and irritation
• Lifestyle modifications and functional coaching

These strategies often help:

• Reduce pain intensity
• Improve mobility and stability
• Delay or avoid the need for surgery
• Enhance surgical outcomes if surgery becomes necessary

If you and your surgeon decide surgery is the right step, your pain team has already prepared your body, and is ready to support your recovery afterward.

Seamless Communication Between Teams

One of the biggest challenges patients face during a potential spine surgery journey is poor communication between providers. We remove that stress by:

• Sharing imaging, reports, and records with the surgeon
• Documenting all treatment progress clearly
• Explaining every step of the plan in simple, understandable language
• Keeping both teams aligned so your care never feels disconnected

Our commitment is to make the entire process clear, coordinated, and patient-first from start to finish.

Schedule an Evaluation

If you’re dealing with unresolved spine pain, leg or arm numbness, chronic nerve irritation, or you’ve been told you might need spine surgery, Premier Pain Management can help you understand your options.

We’ll evaluate your condition, guide you through non-surgical and surgical pathways, and create a plan that keeps your goals, mobility, and long-term health at the center.