Spine specialists in Thousand Oaks, California
We understand how difficult it can be to live with neck and back pain, and we are committed to helping restore your quality of life.
The spine care experts at Los Robles Regional Medical Center focus on diagnosing your spinal issue and determining an effective path towards recovery. In most instances, traditional or minimally invasive surgery can be performed.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Spinal conditions we treat
Our spine surgeons have extensive experience in restorative orthopedic care, with the training and tools necessary to diagnose and treat a variety of spine conditions, such as:
- Degenerative disc disease
- Herniated disc
- Low back pain
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Neck pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Sciatic nerve pain
- Spinal abnormalities
- Spinal infections
- Spine tumors
- Sports injuries
- Vertebral compression fractures
Treatment for back, neck and spine pain
At our hospital, we can treat spine pain and back injuries with both nonsurgical and minimally invasive procedures, such as endoscopic spine surgery. Regardless of your condition, our skilled board-certified spine surgeons and spine experts will work to provide you with the most effective methods for avoiding discomfort and maximizing pain relief.
Minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery
An endoscopic spine procedure is typically used to treat herniated discs and spinal stenosis, accessing the spine through a small incision in the back, and creating a channel directly to the herniated disc.
During the procedure, the surgeon guides a special endoscope through the small incision, where they can clearly see all the structures in the spinal canal. They will then remove any herniated material and seal the incision, usually with one or two stitches. You may be able to move and walk with minimal to no pain within hours.
FAQs about spine surgery
We believe in providing you with important education about our surgical procedures and treatments.
How long will I be in the hospital after my surgery?
Depending on the type of surgery, you may be in the hospital for less than a day, or up to four days. Your discharge is dependent on your procedure and your individual progress in meeting certain goals to ensure you are ready to safely return home. We'll give you discharge instructions based on how you're recovering.
How long will it be before I can return to my normal activities?
Every surgery is different and therefore, may result in different outcomes. Your doctor will determine when you can safely return to activities such as driving, lifting objects or physical labor.
Will I need special equipment at home after my surgery?
During your hospital stay, the physical and occupational therapy staff will assess your equipment needs and make recommendations for home. Potential needs might include assistive devices, including a walking aid, reacher, sock aid and shoehorn.
Depending on the type of surgery, you may be in the hospital for less than a day, or up to four days. Your discharge is dependent on your procedure and your individual progress in meeting certain goals to ensure you are ready to safely return home. We'll give you discharge instructions based on how you're recovering.
Every surgery is different and therefore, may result in different outcomes. Your doctor will determine when you can safely return to activities such as driving, lifting objects or physical labor.
During your hospital stay, the physical and occupational therapy staff will assess your equipment needs and make recommendations for home. Potential needs might include assistive devices, including a walking aid, reacher, sock aid and shoehorn.