Spine Conditions in Merrillville, Indiana
Merrillville Injury Care provides expert evaluation and treatment of spine conditions including degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, sciatica, and facet joint syndrome. Our orthopedic and neurology specialists distinguish between pre-existing spinal conditions and acute traumatic injuries — a critical distinction for personal injury and workers’ compensation cases.
Traumatic vs. Degenerative Spine Conditions
Many patients present with spine conditions that have both traumatic and degenerative components. A motor vehicle accident or workplace injury can aggravate a pre-existing degenerative condition, causing it to become symptomatic for the first time. Our physicians are experienced in documenting these distinctions, establishing that the traumatic event caused a new injury or materially worsened a pre-existing condition — essential for legal and insurance claims.
Comprehensive Spine Care
Our spine care capabilities include diagnostic imaging (X-ray, MRI coordination), electrodiagnostic testing (EMG/NCS), interventional pain management (epidural injections, facet blocks, radiofrequency ablation), physical therapy, and minimally invasive spine surgery at our onsite ambulatory surgery center. This range of services allows us to manage spine conditions from initial diagnosis through surgical intervention and post-operative recovery.