Spine AnimationsSelect the following links to see educational videos about your spine: Understand Your Back and Neck PainBack or neck pain is a symptom, not a disease. That means the pain is likely being caused by something — something that can often be relieved when treated by a healthcare professional. Before treatment can begin, your back or neck pain must be evaluated. Spinal AnatomyLearn more about the parts of your spine and how they work. Read more... Learn More About Your DiagnosisHas your back and neck pain been diagnosed? Learn more information to help you better understand your condition. Read more... How Back and Neck Pain Are DiagnosedExplore how back and neck pain are diagnosed. Read more... Explore Your Treatment OptionsOn your first visit, your doctor will first determine exactly how serious the problem is. Some problems need immediate attention — possibly even surgery. However, most back and neck problems do not require surgery. Once the most likely cause of your problem has been determined (your diagnosis has been made), you and your healthcare professional can decide on a treatment plan. "Conservative" TreatmentThe term "conservative treatment" is used to describe any treatment option that does not involve surgery. Read more... Surgical TreatmentFew people need surgery for back and neck pain. For those who do, no single type of surgery works for every pain problem. Read more... Tips for a Healthy Back and NeckMaintaining a healthy back and neck is easy if you know the right things to do. Read more...
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The Spine Care Center has the most experienced, respected, and well educated specialists in the fields of Interventional Pain Management, Orthopedic Spine Surgery, and Neurosurgery. For two years in a row, the Washintonian magazine has recognized Dr. Bassam as one of the Top Doctors in Pain Management. When asking thousands of physicians across the region, “If someone in your family were sick, which doctor would you call?” Dr. Bassam was one of their top choices.
We believe in having educated patients involved in their own treatment plan. Please take the time to review our Educational Resources. You may find valuable information in our Recommended Links. You can also find everything you will need for your initial consultation under Patient Downloads. We look forward to seeing you for your initial consultation.