Back pain or nerve pain traveling from Paterson, NJ, can conveniently reach Spine Associates of New Jersey in Cedar Knolls in approximately 22 minutes. Our practice provides patients from Paterson and throughout Passaic County with access to experienced orthopedic spine surgeons and advanced spinal care.
Patients searching for a spine surgeon near Paterson, NJ, can schedule a consultation or second opinion for herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, and complex spinal conditions.
Our New Jersey spine surgery team offers advanced procedures, including ACDF surgery, lumbar spinal fusion, cervical disc replacement, microdiscectomy, laminectomy, minimally invasive spine surgery, and complex revision spinal fusion.
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- We offer in-person and virtual consultations
- Most insurance accepted
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I can’t say enough good things about Spine Associates of New Jersey. From my first appointment, I felt like I was finally in the right place. My surgeon took the time to review my MRI with me, explain what was causing my pain, and answer every question I had. I never felt rushed or pressured into surgery. When we ultimately decided surgery was the right option, the entire process was organized and reassuring. The care before and after surgery was exceptional, and most importantly, I’m finally pain free – I wish I went here sooner. I would highly recommend this team to anyone dealing with a serious back or neck problem or looking for a second opinion. ~ Google
Our best in class NJ orthopedic spine diagnosis and surgery specialists perform the following spine surgeries:
- ACDF Surgery (Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion) ACDF is a cervical spine procedure used to remove a damaged or herniated disc that may be compressing the spinal cord or nerves, followed by fusion of the affected vertebrae. Our New Jersey spine surgeons use ACDF to treat appropriate patients with neck pain, arm pain, numbness, weakness and other symptoms caused by cervical nerve compression.
- Adult Scoliosis Surgery Adult scoliosis surgery is designed to correct significant spinal curvature, restore balance and relieve symptoms caused by nerve compression or spinal degeneration. Our best in class NJ scoliosis surgeons evaluate each patient individually to determine whether surgical correction may improve function, alignment and quality of life.
- ALIF Surgery (Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion) Anterior lumbar interbody fusion, or ALIF, approaches the lumbar spine from the front of the body to remove a damaged disc and restore stability and disc height. Our New Jersey spine surgery team may recommend ALIF for selected patients with degenerative disc disease, instability, deformity or other lumbar conditions.
- Anterior Cervical (Neck) Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF) Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion removes a damaged cervical disc through an incision at the front of the neck and stabilizes the treated spinal level. ACDF may be appropriate for patients experiencing symptoms from a cervical herniated disc, spinal stenosis or nerve compression.
- Chiari Decompression Chiari decompression is a procedure performed by our board certified NJ neurosurgeon intended to create additional space around the lower brain and upper spinal cord in patients with Chiari malformation. Our New Jersey neurosurgical spine specialists carefully evaluate symptoms and imaging before determining whether decompression is appropriate.
- Cervical (Neck) Fractures Cervical spine fractures can range from stable injuries treated without surgery to serious fractures requiring surgical stabilization. Our NJ cervical spine surgeons evaluate the location, stability and neurological impact of the fracture to develop an individualized treatment plan.
- Cervical (Neck) Fusion Cervical fusion stabilizes one or more levels of the neck by joining affected vertebrae together. A cervical fusion surgeon may be recommend for instability, degenerative disease, fractures, deformity or conditions causing spinal cord or nerve compression.
- Cervical (Neck) Herniated Disc A cervical herniated disc occurs when disc material in the neck protrudes and irritates or compresses nearby nerves or the spinal cord. Treatment may range from nonsurgical care to cervical decompression, ACDF or artificial disc replacement depending on the patient’s condition.
- Cervical Disc (Neck) Replacement Cervical disc replacement removes a damaged disc and replaces it with an artificial disc designed to preserve motion at the treated level. Our New Jersey cervical spine specialists evaluate whether disc replacement or fusion is the better option based on anatomy, symptoms and spinal stability.
- Best Cervical Disc Replacement (Artificial Disc) Artificial cervical disc replacement can provide decompression while preserving movement at the operated spinal level in appropriately selected patients. Patients searching for an experienced cervical disc replacement surgeon in NJ can receive a comprehensive evaluation of both motion-preserving and fusion-based options.
- Cervical & Lumbar Microdiscectomy Microdiscectomy uses a small surgical approach to remove disc material pressing against a spinal nerve in the cervical or lumbar spine. This procedure is commonly considered for persistent radiating arm or leg pain caused by a herniated disc when appropriate nonsurgical treatments have not provided sufficient relief.
- Complex Spinal Deformity Correction (Scoliosis & Kyphosis) Complex spinal deformity surgery addresses severe scoliosis, kyphosis, imbalance and other structural abnormalities of the spine. Our New Jersey spinal deformity surgeons perform detailed planning to restore alignment while addressing neurological compression and spinal stability.
- Craniocervical Fusion Complex spinal deformity surgery addresses severe scoliosis, kyphosis, imbalance and other structural abnormalities of the spine. Our New Jersey spinal deformity surgeons perform detailed planning to restore alignment while addressing neurological compression and spinal stability.
- Degenerative Scoliosis Surgery Degenerative scoliosis can develop in adulthood as discs, joints and other spinal structures deteriorate and alter spinal alignment. Our NJ scoliosis specialists may use decompression, fusion and deformity-correction techniques to address pain, nerve compression and imbalance when surgery is indicated.
- Endoscopic Decompression Endoscopic spinal decompression uses a small camera and specialized instruments to relieve pressure on spinal nerves through a minimally invasive approach. Selected patients seeking minimally invasive spine surgery in New Jersey may be candidates for endoscopic techniques that reduce disruption to surrounding tissues.
- Herniated Disc (Lower Back) A lumbar herniated disc can compress spinal nerves and cause lower-back pain, sciatica, numbness or weakness extending into the leg. Our New Jersey herniated disc specialists offer surgical and nonsurgical treatment options based on the severity of symptoms and neurological findings.
- Kyphosis Kyphosis is an excessive forward curvature of the spine that can cause a rounded posture, pain, imbalance and, in severe cases, neurological or functional problems. Treatment depends on the cause and severity and may include observation, nonsurgical management or reconstructive spine surgery.
- Laminectomy (Lumbar & Cervical) A laminectomy removes a portion of bone from the back of a vertebra to create additional space for compressed nerves or the spinal cord. Our NJ spine surgeons perform cervical and lumbar decompression procedures for appropriately selected patients with spinal stenosis and related conditions.
- Laminoplasty Laminectomy is a decompression procedure commonly performed to relieve pressure caused by spinal stenosis. Depending on spinal stability and the underlying condition, it may be performed alone or in combination with spinal fusion.
- Lumbar Fusion Surgeon (TLIF, ALIF, PLIF, XLIF, LLIF) Lumbar fusion can be performed through several approaches, including TLIF, ALIF, PLIF, XLIF and LLIF, depending on the patient’s anatomy and condition. Our lumbar fusion surgeons in New Jersey select the approach based on the pathology, alignment goals, previous surgery and overall treatment objectives.
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion Lumbar spinal fusion stabilizes painful or unstable segments of the lower spine and may be used to treat conditions including spondylolisthesis, degenerative disease, deformity and instability. Patients considering lumbar fusion in NJ receive an individualized assessment to determine whether fusion is necessary and which approach is most appropriate.
- Microscopic Outpatient Posterior Foraminoties A microscopic posterior foraminotomy relieves pressure on a spinal nerve by enlarging the opening through which the nerve exits the spine. In selected cases, this targeted decompression may be performed on an outpatient basis without requiring a fusion.
- Minimally Invasive Scoliosis Surgery Minimally invasive scoliosis techniques use smaller surgical corridors to accomplish selected aspects of spinal correction while limiting disruption of surrounding muscle and tissue. Our New Jersey scoliosis surgeons determine candidacy based on the patient’s curve, spinal balance, neurological symptoms and overall anatomy.
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Minimally invasive spine surgery uses specialized techniques and smaller approaches to treat certain spinal conditions while minimizing tissue disruption. Our NJ minimally invasive spine surgeons offer these techniques when they can safely accomplish the same surgical goals as a traditional approach.
- Non-Fusion Corrective Scoliosis Surgery Certain scoliosis patients may qualify for corrective procedures designed to improve spinal curvature without traditional spinal fusion. Eligibility depends heavily on age, skeletal maturity, curve characteristics and the specific underlying deformity.
- OLIF Surgery (Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion) OLIF accesses the lumbar spine through an oblique approach to remove a damaged disc, restore disc height and stabilize the affected level. Our New Jersey lumbar spine surgeons may use OLIF for selected degenerative, deformity and instability conditions.
- Osteotomy (Spine Realignment) A spinal osteotomy involves carefully cutting and repositioning bone to correct significant spinal deformity and restore alignment. These advanced procedures are often part of complex scoliosis, kyphosis or revision reconstruction performed by experienced spinal deformity surgeons.
- Outpatient Laminectomy An outpatient laminectomy provides surgical decompression for selected patients without requiring an overnight hospital stay. Our New Jersey spine surgery team determines outpatient eligibility based on the extent of surgery, overall health and individual safety considerations.
- Outpatient Minimally Invasive Spine Decompression Minimally invasive decompression can relieve pressure on spinal nerves through smaller surgical approaches and may be performed as an outpatient procedure in appropriate cases. Patients seeking outpatient spine surgery in NJ can be evaluated to determine whether this approach is suitable for their condition.
- Pediatric Scoliosis Surgery Pediatric scoliosis surgery treats significant spinal curvature in children and adolescents when progression, severity or other factors make surgical treatment appropriate. Treatment is individualized according to the child’s age, growth remaining, curve pattern and overall spinal development.
- Posterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion Posterior cervical decompression and fusion approaches the cervical spine from the back of the neck to relieve neurological compression while stabilizing affected levels. Our New Jersey cervical spine surgeons may recommend this approach for multilevel stenosis, instability, deformity or other complex cervical conditions.
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF) PLIF is a lumbar fusion technique performed from the back of the spine to remove damaged disc material, decompress nerves and stabilize the affected level. It is one of several fusion approaches available depending on the patient’s anatomy and diagnosis.
- Revision Spine Fusion Surgery Revision fusion surgery may be necessary when a previous fusion fails to heal properly, hardware becomes problematic, deformity progresses or adjacent areas of the spine deteriorate. Our New Jersey spine specialists have experience evaluating complex previously operated spines and determining whether additional reconstruction is warranted.
- Revision Surgery Patients who continue to experience pain, neurological symptoms or instability following prior spine surgery may benefit from a specialized revision evaluation. The goal is first to determine why the original procedure did not produce the expected result before considering another operation.
- Scoliosis Scoliosis is an abnormal side-to-side curvature and rotation of the spine that can affect children, adolescents and adults. Our New Jersey scoliosis specialists provide evaluation and treatment ranging from monitoring and nonsurgical care to advanced surgical correction for complex curves.
- Spine Fracture Spinal fractures may result from trauma, osteoporosis or other conditions that weaken the vertebrae. Our NJ spine specialists evaluate fracture stability, alignment and neurological involvement to determine whether bracing, observation, minimally invasive treatment or surgical stabilization is appropriate.
- Spinal Fusion Spinal fusion joins two or more vertebrae to create stability and may be used for instability, deformity, degenerative conditions, fractures and certain other spinal disorders. Our New Jersey spinal fusion surgeons use different approaches and techniques depending on the location and complexity of the condition.
- Spine Tumors Spinal tumors can develop within the spinal cord, around the nerves or within the vertebral column and may be benign or malignant. Evaluation requires detailed imaging and, in many cases, coordination among neurosurgery, oncology, radiology and other specialists.
- Spine Tumor Resection Spine tumor resection involves surgically removing all or part of a tumor affecting the spine, spinal cord or surrounding neural structures when clinically appropriate. Our New Jersey spine and neurosurgical team develops treatment strategies based on tumor location, neurological involvement, spinal stability and overall diagnosis.
- Thoracic Spine Fusion Thoracic spinal fusion stabilizes one or more levels of the mid-back and may be performed for deformity, instability, fracture, tumors or other significant thoracic conditions. Because of the anatomy surrounding the thoracic spine, these procedures require careful surgical planning.
- TLIF Surgery (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion) TLIF is a lumbar fusion technique that allows the surgeon to remove a damaged disc, decompress affected nerves and stabilize the spine through a posterior approach. Our New Jersey TLIF surgeons may recommend the procedure for selected patients with instability, spondylolisthesis, degenerative disease or recurrent spinal problems.
- Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) Vertebral body tethering is a non-fusion scoliosis treatment that uses a flexible tether to guide correction while preserving spinal motion and future growth. Our New Jersey scoliosis specialists evaluate carefully selected younger patients to determine whether VBT is appropriate compared with other scoliosis treatments.
- Vertebral Column Resection (VCR) Vertebral column resection is an advanced reconstructive procedure in which one or more vertebral segments are removed to permit correction of a severe, rigid spinal deformity. VCR is reserved for highly complex cases and requires extensive experience in complex spinal deformity surgery.
The spine surgery team at Spine Associates of New Jersey is dedicated to providing patients with exceptional, individualized care for a wide range of spinal conditions—from herniated discs, spinal stenosis and neck and back pain to scoliosis, complex spinal deformity and revision spine surgery. Our team of highly experienced spine surgeons brings advanced surgical expertise to New Jersey, with a focus on accurate diagnosis, thoughtful treatment planning and achieving the best possible outcome for every patient.
Spine Associates of New Jersey is committed to exceptional care at every stage of the patient experience, from the initial consultation and second opinion through treatment, surgery and recovery. We understand that choosing a spine surgeon is an important decision, and our physicians take the time to evaluate each patient’s condition carefully, explain all appropriate treatment options and determine whether surgery is truly necessary. When surgery is recommended, our goal is to provide the most effective and appropriate surgical solution for each individual patient. For more information, to request a consultation or to obtain a second opinion, please contact Spine Associates of New Jersey at our Cedar Knolls office.
Spine Associates of New Jersey
218 Ridgedale Ave, Suite 11352
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
(973) 657-6771
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1155 Park Avenue, Suite E
New York, NY 10128
(212) 360-6500
