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Spine Surgery

Portsmouth Regional Hospital provides experienced spine surgery to individuals in the Seacoast region. A collaborative approach and commitment to advanced resources ensure the best outcomes possible.

Below is a list of spinal disorders for which surgeons at Portsmouth Regional Hospital commonly perform surgical procedures:

  • Disc Disease
  • Traumatic Injuries
  • Spinal Tumors and Cancer (Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar)
  • Spinal Fusion and Instrumentation
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Herniated Disc
  • Neck and Back Pain
  • Spine Infection
  • Disc Replacement (or Arthroplasty)
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