Spinecare Topics
Specialists In Spinecare
The term spine physician refers to a physician who specializes in the spine. Since treatment of the spine is more than just surgical intervention, multidisciplinary teams may include neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, physiatrists, osteopathic physicians, chiropractic physicians and neurologists.
Other physicians who may have specialized experience in spine care or spine disorder diagnosis include the rheumatologist, radiologist and anesthesiologist. The spine care team may include ancillary supportive staff, including the physician assistant, chiropractic assistant, physical therapist, massage therapist and psychologist.
Anesthesiologist
Anesthesiologists are physicians who specialize in the evaluation and treatment of chronic pain. Their treatment approach usually includes the use of a variety of medications and the use of injections when nessecary. Anesthesiologists are also trained to implement spinal cord stimulators and pharmaceutical pumps.
Endocrinologist
The endocrinologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of hormonal disorders in the body. The endocrinologist may be called upon to evaluate and treat a patient who has diabetes, osteoporosis or thyroid disease. There are a number of hormonal disorders that influence bone growth and remodeling. Uncontrolled diabetes is associated with and
(Chiropractor) Chiropractic Physician
Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts that is concerned with human health and disease processes. Doctors of chiropractic give special attention to the physiological and biochemical aspects of health and disease. Chiropractic care does not include pharmaceuticals or invasive surgery. Chiropractors are physicians who have received extensive training in general healthcare with an emphasis placed upon neurology and orthopedics. Chiropractic care has become a mainstream approach in the field of non-operative neuro-musculoskeletal care. Chiropractic physicians are well-trained to evaluate and enhance human physical performance and have firm grounding in the sciences of biomechanics, neurology, non-surgical orthopedics and kinesiology. The role of chiropractic spine care was given a significant endorsement when the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ; formerly the AHCPR) recommended chiropractic care for back pain for less than three months duration.
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