Spine care at UMC Hospitals

UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai provides comprehensive, consultant-led spine care for neck and back conditions, combining precise diagnosis, evidence-based non-surgical management, advanced minimally invasive surgery, and structured rehabilitation for faster, safer recovery.

Why choose UMC

• Consultant-led, multidisciplinary spine team with clear, stepwise pathways from conservative care to complex reconstruction.
• Minimally invasive techniques, day-care options where appropriate, and enhanced-recovery protocols to reduce pain, complications, and hospital stay.
• Integrated imaging, anesthesiology, ICU, physiotherapy, pain services, and rehabilitation for end-to-end care and predictable outcomes.

Conditions Treated

• Degenerative: cervical and lumbar spondylosis, disc herniation, spinal stenosis, facet arthropathy, spondylolisthesis.
• Deformity: scoliosis, kyphosis, flat-back, adult spinal deformity.
• Trauma and fractures: osteoporotic compression fractures, traumatic instability.
• Infections and tumors: spinal infections (including TB), primary and metastatic tumors.
• Nerve-related pain: radiculopathy, sciatica, neurogenic claudication, cervical radiculopathy.
• SI joint dysfunction and mechanical back/neck pain after appropriate evaluation.

Diagnostics

• Imaging: digital X-ray and CT for bony detail; MRI arranged as clinically indicated for nerve and soft-tissue evaluation.
• Neurophysiology: nerve conduction studies and EMG to localize and characterize nerve and muscle involvement.
• Functional assessment: posture, gait, core stability, and activity tolerance to guide targeted therapy plans.

Non-surgical care first

• Targeted medications and protocolized pain management with safety checks and taper plans when appropriate.
• Physiotherapy: core strengthening, flexibility, posture retraining, and ergonomics coaching.
• Bracing and activity modification strategies to protect healing and reduce flare risk.
• Interventional pain options (as indicated): epidural steroid injections, selective nerve root blocks, facet joint injections, and medial branch blocks.

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

• Cervical procedures: ACDF (anterior cervical discectomy and fusion), cervical disc replacement (select cases), posterior foraminotomy.
• Lumbar procedures: microdiscectomy, decompression (laminotomy/laminectomy), minimally invasive TLIF/PLIF fusion for instability.
• Motion-preserving and targeted options where appropriate to maintain function while relieving nerve compression.
• Endoscopic spine surgery for select disc and stenosis cases to minimize tissue trauma and speed recovery.

Vertebral Fracture and Stabilization

• Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty for painful osteoporotic compression fractures with rapid pain relief in suitable candidates.
• Short- or long-segment instrumentation for traumatic or pathologic instability based on deformity and bone quality.

Deformity, Infection, and Tumor care

• Multidisciplinary planning for scoliosis/kyphosis correction with neurological monitoring and staged rehab.
• Infection pathways with debridement, stabilization when needed, and coordinated antimicrobial therapy.
• Oncologic spine pathways for decompression, stabilization, and pain control with oncology collaboration.

Rehabilitation and Recovery

• Early mobilization, breathing exercises, and progressive ambulation aligned with procedure and baseline fitness.
• Core and paraspinal strengthening, balance training, and graded return-to-work or sport plans.
• Home exercise programs, fall-risk reduction, and ergonomic modification to prevent recurrence.

Technology and Safety

• Checklist-driven perioperative workflows, infection prevention, anticoagulation management, and pain protocols.
• Neuromonitoring and image guidance where indicated to enhance precision and protect neurologic function.
• Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) to minimize nausea, pain, and length of stay while supporting early mobility.

The Care Journey

• First Visit: comprehensive evaluation with focused exam, targeted imaging/tests, and a clear plan with goals and timelines.
• Treatment: conservative therapy first when effective; escalation to injections or surgery based on defined indications.
• Follow-up: structured reviews for wound care (if applicable), pain control, rehab milestones, and durable return to routine.

Preparing for Consultation

• Bring previous X-rays/MRI/CT, nerve tests, operative notes (if any), and a current medication list.
• Keep a simple diary of pain scores, aggravating/relieving factors, activity limits, and any red-flag symptoms.
• Share work or sport goals to tailor the plan and recovery timeline.

Red flags that need Urgent Review

• New or worsening limb weakness, bowel/bladder control issues, saddle anesthesia, high fever with back pain, or severe night pain.

FAQs

• Are all back or neck pains surgical? Most improve with structured conservative care; surgery is for clear indications or failed non-surgical therapy.
• How soon can normal activity resume? Light desk work often restarts within days after minor procedures; timelines vary with surgery type and recovery.
• Are minimally invasive surgeries safe? They are designed to reduce tissue trauma and pain; candidacy depends on anatomy and disease pattern.
• Will pain go away completely? Most patients achieve substantial relief; outcomes depend on diagnosis, nerve recovery, rehab, and comorbidities.
• Is long-term follow-up needed? Periodic reviews help sustain gains, prevent recurrence, and optimize spine health.

Team and Support

• Spine surgeons, anesthesiologists, radiologists, physiotherapists, pain specialists, ICU and nursing teams, and care coordinators work together to deliver seamless, individualized care.

Book an Appointment

For a spine consultation, second opinion, or a tailored rehab plan at UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, request a call-back or schedule a visit; the team will guide evaluation, preparation, and next steps.