Neurosurgery

We are thrilled to announce the first 2 surgeries were performed at the Belmont Surgery Center. Learn more.

If you're suffering from chronic back or neck pain, you should visit NSSC Spine Clinic to get an accurate diagnosis of your condition so that you can procure the ideal treatment for your needs.

Dr. Hunter celebrated his 20th year of practice at NSSC Spine Clinic this past June.

Dropping weight is an important step in preventing and/or reducing back pain. A recent study revealed how shedding extra pounds can prevent disc degeneration in your spine, particularly in the lumbar region. In the study, published by Arthritis & Rheumatism, researchers found that disc degeneration is more prevalent and severe among overweight individuals.

Exercise can be very helpful for dealing with low back pain. When completing these exercises, be gentle. Do not force movement and do not continue if your pain intensifies. If comfortable, repeat these exercises 2-3x per day.

Minimally invasive spine surgery can be helpful for patients who suffer from scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and more. MISS is an alternative to open spine surgery and often results in quicker recovery times.

Spinal fusion surgery is a procedure where two or more vertebrae are fused together in order to heal into a single bone. The process is designed to imitate the natural healing process of a broken bone. 

If you are considering back surgery due to persistent back pain, then you are probably concerned with the recovery process and expediting your recovery time. The length of time it takes for you to recover will depend on your specific surgery and your doctor will guide in you how to best prepare for recovery.

Neuroscience and Spine Centers of the Carolinas (NSSC) are supporting Make-A-Wish® Foundation to raise funds to sponsor a wish for a child with a life-threatening brain or spine disease.