What Is Spine Surgery?
The spine is one of the most important support structures of your body. It protects the spinal cord—a bundle of nerves that carries movement and sensation signals between your brain and the rest of your body, from head to toe.
Various conditions can affect the spine due to aging, injury, congenital abnormalities, or excessive strain. These may include painful curvatures (like scoliosis), nerve compression, fractures, or herniated discs—all of which can significantly impact daily life. Spine surgery is the specialized field that addresses these structural or developmental spinal disorders through surgical or non-surgical means.
Healthy Spine, Better Life
Spine surgery isn’t just about operating—it’s a comprehensive medical specialty focused on accurate diagnosis and offering the most appropriate treatment, whether surgical or conservative, tailored to each patient’s unique condition.
Our primary goals are to:
Reduce or eliminate pain, Restore mobility and function, Improve your overall quality of life.
Today’s spine care goes far beyond traditional surgery. Thanks to advanced imaging, minimally invasive techniques (small-incision, closed procedures), personalized rehabilitation programs, and multidisciplinary team support, we can offer individualized care for every patient.
We always begin with non-surgical options whenever possible—such as physical therapy, medications, or injections—and consider surgery only when necessary, at the right time and for the right reason.
At Prof. Dr. Halil Burç Orthopedics and Traumatology Center, we take your spinal health concerns seriously. Our approach is evidence-based, transparent, and compassionate.
On this page, we walk you through common spinal conditions and explain step by step how we determine the best solution for you.
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"These contents have been prepared by Prof. Dr. Halil Burç based on over 25 years of clinical experience."