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Spine Infection Surgery in Minnesota

Dr. Hart Garner will address your spinal infections carefully with spine infection surgery.

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What Is Spine Infection Surgery?

Nonsurgical and noninvasive treatment options are usually considered before spine surgery. Surgery is generally recommended depending upon what kind of infection you have. Instability or deformity in the spine is also a deciding factor in whether or not surgery is pursued.

During spine infection surgery, the infected tissue is clean and removed. The surgeon ensures that the infected tissues receive adequate blood flow so it heals faster. The surgeon also tries to minimize neurological impairment from the infection.

Spinal infection surgery

What Is Spine Infection Surgery?

Nonsurgical and noninvasive treatment options are usually considered before spine surgery. Surgery is generally recommended depending upon what kind of infection you have. Instability or deformity in the spine is also a deciding factor in whether or not surgery is pursued.

During spine infection surgery, the infected tissue is clean and removed. The surgeon ensures that the infected tissues receive adequate blood flow so it heals faster. The surgeon also tries to minimize neurological impairment from the infection.

Why Would I Need This Procedure?

Spine infections occur when bacteria spread from your blood to your vertebra. Sometimes bacteria can enter your spine through an injection treatment, surgery, an injury, or due to IV drug use. The infection occurs in the spinal vertebra or bones. If not treated quickly, a variety of health conditions can occur.
The Process

Step One: Get in Touch
Reach out to our office to schedule an appointment.

Step Two: Prepare for Surgery
We’ll provide you with thorough pre and post-op instructions to prepare you for your spine infection surgery.

Step Three: Get on the Road to Recovery
Avoid long-term health issues by treating your spine infection fast.

Recovery Time Frame
Your recovery time frame depends upon how severe your infection was and how long it developed. Recovery timelines range from one to six months.

Don’t Wait to Seek Treatment for a Spine Infection

While a spinal infection is rare, it can be incredibly destructive. It needs to get treated quickly and adequately by an experienced surgeon.

Dr. Hart Garner is one of the leading spinal surgeons Minnesota. Contact our office today to learn how you can benefit from spine infection surgery.

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