Spinal tumors can occur within the spinal cord, in the membranes covering the spinal cord, or in the bones of the spine. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial.
Types of Spinal Tumors
- Intradural-extramedullary: Between the spinal cord and its covering
- Intramedullary: Within the spinal cord itself
- Extradural: In the bones or outside the spinal cord covering
Symptoms
- Progressive back or neck pain
- Weakness or numbness in arms or legs
- Walking difficulties
- Bowel or bladder changes
- Pain that worsens at night
Treatment
Our neurosurgeons provide:
- Complete neurological evaluation
- Surgical resection using microsurgical techniques
- Spinal stabilization when needed
- Coordination with oncology for malignant tumors
Serving Hampton, GA and all of Southern Georgia with expert spinal tumor care.
Common Symptoms
- Progressive back or neck pain
- Weakness or numbness
- Walking difficulties
- Loss of bowel or bladder control
- Pain that worsens at night or when lying down
Treatment Options
Microsurgical resection
Spinal stabilization
Laminectomy for access
Coordination with radiation oncology
Dr. Marcus Stephens and Dr. Jerry Walters II
Board-Certified Neurosurgeon
Providing expert spinal cord tumors treatment at Nova Brain and Spine of GA in Hampton, Georgia. Serving patients throughout Southern Georgia and the Atlanta metro area.