Conditions We Treat

Comprehensive treatment for a wide range of spinal and neurological conditions using advanced surgical techniques

Expert Diagnosis and Treatment

Dr. McCutcheon specializes in treating complex spinal and neurological conditions that affect your quality of life. With advanced diagnostic tools and surgical techniques, we provide comprehensive care tailored to your specific condition.

Every patient receives a thorough evaluation to determine the most appropriate treatment approach, whether that's minimally invasive surgery, or traditional surgical techniques.

Common Conditions

We provide specialized surgical care for these and other spinal conditions

Spinal Stenosis

Narrowing of the spinal canal that puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, causing pain, numbness, and weakness.

Common Symptoms:

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Lower back pain
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Leg pain or cramping
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Numbness in legs or feet
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Weakness in legs
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Balance problems

Treatment Options:

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Minimally invasive decompression
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Laminectomy
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Spinal fusion when indicated

Herniated Disc

A condition where the soft center of a spinal disc pushes through a crack in the tougher exterior, irritating nearby nerves.

Common Symptoms:

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Arm or leg pain
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Numbness or tingling
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Muscle weakness
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Pain that worsens with movement
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Radiating pain

Treatment Options:

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Microdiscectomy
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Minimally invasive disc surgery
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Endoscopic procedures

Degenerative Disc Disease

Age-related wear and tear on spinal discs that can cause chronic pain and reduced mobility.

Common Symptoms:

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Chronic back or neck pain
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Pain that worsens with sitting
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Pain that improves with movement
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Stiffness
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Reduced flexibility

Treatment Options:

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Artificial disc replacement
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Spinal fusion
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Minimally invasive stabilization

Radiculopathy

Compression or irritation of nerve roots in the spine, causing pain, numbness, or weakness along the nerve pathway.

Common Symptoms:

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Sharp, shooting pain
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Numbness or tingling
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Muscle weakness
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Radiating pain to extremities
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Loss of reflexes

Treatment Options:

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Nerve decompression
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Foraminotomy
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Minimally invasive procedures

Spondylolisthesis

A condition where one vertebra slips forward over the vertebra below it, potentially causing nerve compression.

Common Symptoms:

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Lower back pain
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Leg pain or weakness
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Difficulty standing or walking
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Pain that worsens with activity
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Muscle tightness

Treatment Options:

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Spinal fusion
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Minimally invasive stabilization
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Decompression with fusion

Spinal Fractures

Breaks in the vertebrae that can result from trauma, osteoporosis, or tumors, potentially affecting spinal stability.

Common Symptoms:

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Severe back pain
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Height loss
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Deformity or kyphosis
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Difficulty moving
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Neurological symptoms if nerves affected

Treatment Options:

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Vertebroplasty
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Kyphoplasty
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Spinal stabilization when needed

Cervical Myelopathy

Compression of the spinal cord in the neck region, often due to degenerative changes, causing progressive neurological symptoms.

Common Symptoms:

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Hand clumsiness
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Difficulty with fine motor skills
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Gait problems
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Neck pain
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Weakness in arms or legs

Treatment Options:

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Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion
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Laminoplasty
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Minimally invasive decompression

Spinal Tumors

Abnormal growths in or around the spinal cord and vertebrae that can be benign or malignant.

Common Symptoms:

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Progressive back pain
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Neurological deficits
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Loss of sensation
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Muscle weakness
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Bowel or bladder dysfunction

Treatment Options:

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Surgical tumor resection
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Spinal stabilization
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Coordination with oncology

Sciatica

Pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve path, typically caused by herniated disc or bone spur compression.

Common Symptoms:

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Lower back pain
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Pain radiating down leg
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Numbness in leg or foot
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Tingling sensation
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Muscle weakness

Treatment Options:

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Microdiscectomy
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Minimally invasive decompression
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Nerve root decompression

When to See a Neurosurgeon

You should consider consulting with Dr. McCutcheon if you experience:

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Persistent back or neck pain that doesn't improve with conservative treatment
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Radiating pain, numbness, or tingling in your arms or legs
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Progressive weakness or loss of function
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Difficulty walking or maintaining balance
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Loss of bladder or bowel control (seek immediate care)
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Pain that significantly impacts your quality of life or daily activities

Get the Expert Care You Need

Schedule a consultation to discuss your condition and explore treatment options with Dr. McCutcheon.